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 December
Estimated hotel price
$187
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waukegan in December
Estimated hotel price
$187
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 Wellington and takes around 26h 41m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Waukegan. The train journey from Waukegan to Kalamazoo takes 2h 40m and costs around $52 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Rapids, expect to pay about $50 for a 4h 08m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Monona, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 338 km and will cost you around $149. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $92 for a journey of 354 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 Wellington and takes around 26h 41m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Waukegan. The train journey from Waukegan to Kalamazoo takes 2h 40m and costs around $52 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Rapids, expect to pay about $50 for a 4h 08m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Monona, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 338 km and will cost you around $149. From Indianapolis, the ticket costs about $92 for a journey of 354 km.

Airports near Waukegan

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Waukegan

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,692 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,025 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,661 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,896 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,497 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,060 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,671 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,897 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 $1.46 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 $17.43 and $23.24. 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 Standard car hire (Ford Edge or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.46 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 $17.43 and $23.24. 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 Standard car hire (Ford Edge or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.