Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Waukegan travel guide

Waukegan Tourism | Waukegan Guide

You're Going to Love Waukegan

With a population of 89.078, Waukegan is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States.

Where to Eat in Waukegan

If you’re looking for affordable options, Asia-Azteca at American Place Casino (4011 Fountain Square Pl) and Anastasias Restaurant & Sports Lounge - Waukegan (3880 Northpoint Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Waukegan

Waukegan in February
Estimated hotel price
$171
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waukegan in February
Estimated hotel price
$171
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Waukegan

Plane

Although Waukegan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 56 km from Waukegan. The shortest flight to Waukegan from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 22h 09m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Waukegan, followed by Train. The train journey from Waukegan to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $51 for a 2h 05m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including American Airlines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 330 km and will cost you around $119. From Monona, the ticket costs about $73 for a journey of 346 km.

Plane

Although Waukegan doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 56 km from Waukegan. The shortest flight to Waukegan from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 22h 09m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Waukegan, followed by Train. The train journey from Waukegan to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $51 for a 2h 05m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including American Airlines, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 330 km and will cost you around $119. From Monona, the ticket costs about $73 for a journey of 346 km.

Airports near Waukegan

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Waukegan

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,838 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,780 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,272 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,246 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,132 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,408 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,708 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,798 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (12,001 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,899 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,033 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,116 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,471 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,495 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,202 reviews)
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Where to stay in Waukegan

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Waukegan and Red Roof Inn Gurnee - Waukegan.

Where to stay in popular areas of Waukegan

Hiring a car in Waukegan

Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in Waukegan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.11 and $24.14. The most frequently booked car type in Waukegan is Compact (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.51 per litre in Waukegan (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.11 and $24.14. The most frequently booked car type in Waukegan is Compact (Jeep Compass or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.