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, Ikigai Sushi (550 N Green Bay Rd) and Asia-Azteca at American Place Casino (4011 Fountain Square Pl) are great picks.

When to visit Waukegan

Waukegan in November
Estimated hotel price
$185
1 night at 3-star hotel
Waukegan in November
Estimated hotel price
$185
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 18h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Waukegan. The train journey from Waukegan to Milwaukee takes 1h 29m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $44 for a 1h 54m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 282 km and will cost you around $44. From Grand Rapids, the ticket costs about $57 for a journey of 330 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 18h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Waukegan. The train journey from Waukegan to Milwaukee takes 1h 29m and costs around $35 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $44 for a 1h 54m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Waukegan, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Waukegan takes 282 km and will cost you around $44. From Grand Rapids, the ticket costs about $57 for a journey of 330 km.

Airports near Waukegan

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Waukegan

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,361 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,955 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,928 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,931 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,139 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,882 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,912 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,173 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,435 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (961 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,270 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,559 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (8,016 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 $1.57 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 $18.73 and $24.97. 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 Premium car hire (Volvo S60 or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.57 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 $18.73 and $24.97. 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 Premium car hire (Volvo S60 or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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