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Taxi from O'Hare Airport to Waukegan

Schedule your O’Hare to Waukegan ride in advance: a private car waiting at your terminal, a flat rate with nothing paid upfront, and service available 24/7.

ORD Airport Pickup Flight Tracking Pre-Booked Private Service No Surge Pricing
$97 from ORD
44 miles from O'Hare
60 minutes Drive time
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Private Car Service From O'Hare to Waukegan

O'Hare Chicago Taxi Cab provides private airport service from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waukegan, Illinois by scheduled reservation. Each trip is private— a dedicated ride for your party only, traveling directly from your O'Hare arrival terminal to your home, hotel, office, or other destination in Waukegan.

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We Meet You at Arrivals: Your driver tracks your flight and is waiting at arrivals when you land.

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Direct Ride to Waukegan: A private, nonstop ride from your terminal straight to your destination.

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Delays cost you nothing: Your driver tracks your flight and waits. The fare stays $97, however late you land.

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Pay at drop-off: Nothing is charged when you book. You pay the driver when you arrive in Waukegan — cash, card, Venmo, Zelle, or Cash App.

Vehicle Options — O'Hare to Waukegan

Sedan from O'Hare Airport to Waukegan

Sedan

Up to 3 passengers · 3 bags

Best for solo travelers or couples arriving from O'Hare with standard luggage.

SUV from O'Hare Airport to Waukegan

SUV

Up to 4 passengers · 5 bags

Comfortable for families or small groups traveling with additional luggage.

Minivan from O'Hare Airport to Waukegan

Minivan

Up to 6 passengers · 6 bags

Best for larger families, groups, or travelers with multiple full-size suitcases.

Vehicle Options — O'Hare to Waukegan

All fares are flat rate with tolls included. Choose based on your group size and bags.

Sedan from O'Hare Airport to Waukegan $97

Sedan

Up to 3 passengers · 3 bags

Best for solo travelers or couples arriving from O'Hare with standard luggage.

SUV from O'Hare Airport to Waukegan $102

SUV

Up to 4 passengers · 5 bags

Comfortable for up to four passengers with extra bags. A good choice for families traveling light.

Minivan from O'Hare Airport to Waukegan $112

Minivan

Up to 6 passengers · 6 bags

The right vehicle for larger families, groups, or anyone traveling with multiple full-size suitcases.

Waukegan Airport Taxi Rates

Vehicle Passengers O'Hare (ORD) Midway (MDW)
Sedan Up to 3 $97 $135
SUV Up to 4 $102 $140
Minivan Up to 6 $112 $150

The fares shown include all tolls, with your final flat rate confirmed by dispatch before the ride. There is no meter or surge pricing. An additional late-night service fee may apply to rides scheduled between 10:00 p.m. and 4:45 a.m. — view all published fares.

Car seats are $15 each and must be requested when booking. Same-day and last-minute rides are welcome, subject to driver availability. Payment is made directly to the driver at drop-off by cash, card, Venmo, Zelle, or Cash App. Credit card payments are subject to a 2% processing fee. No additional processing fee applies to cash, Venmo, Zelle, or Cash App.

Where Your Driver Meets You at O'Hare

Terminal 1, Terminal 2 and Terminal 3: Lower level, center lane marked Car Services/TNP.

Terminal 5 (International): Vestibule 5D or 5E on the lower level.

You'll get your driver's name, vehicle, and phone number by text the day before your ride.

Realistic timing: For domestic arrivals with checked bags, allow 20–30 minutes from landing to the curb. With carry-on only, allow 10–15 minutes. At Terminal 5, customs and immigration typically add 45–90 minutes.

Travel Planning from O'Hare Airport to Waukegan

Local Transportation in Waukegan

Airport Taxi Service in Waukegan

From O'Hare your driver takes I-94 north along the lake — Waukegan is about 35 miles from the terminal, the largest city on the Illinois North Shore. Your driver navigates to your address near the harbor, downtown or residential neighborhoods.

About Waukegan & Local Highlights

Arriving in Waukegan means returning to the North Shore's largest and most industrially rooted city — a working harbor, the Genesee Theatre, lakefront parks and a community identity shaped by its connection to Ray Bradbury give the city a depth that visitors traveling only through the wealthier North Shore communities tend to miss.

Learn more about Waukegan on the official city website.

How long the drive takes by time of day

You Land Typical Drive Notes
Before 6:00 a.m. 56–60 min Usually the clearest travel window
6:00–9:30 a.m. 68–83 min Outbound commuter traffic
9:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m. 58–64 min Normal conditions
3:00–7:00 p.m. 73–88 min Heaviest, worst on Fridays
After 7:00 p.m. 56–62 min Light traffic

Winter weather: Snow and ice can add 20–30 minutes across every window. Your driver monitors traffic and weather conditions and adjusts the terminal pickup accordingly.

Want more information about this airport route? Read our complete Waukegan and O'Hare Airport Taxi Guide .

Why Book With O'Hare Chicago Taxi Cab?

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Upfront pricing: See your sedan rate before you book. Any additional service fee is confirmed in advance.

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No surge pricing: Your fare stays the same during rush hour, holidays, and bad weather.

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Private, door-to-door transportation: Your vehicle is reserved for your group, with no shared rides or additional stops.

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Flight tracking: Share your flight number and your driver will adjust for an early or delayed arrival.

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Driver details by text: Your driver's name and vehicle information are sent before your ride.

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Flexible payment: Pay your driver at drop-off by cash, credit card, Venmo, Zelle, or Cash App.

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24/7 service: Transportation is available for early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.

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Licensed and insured: Fully compliant with Illinois transportation regulations.

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Book Your Ride from O'Hare to Waukegan

Reserve a flat-rate sedan, SUV, or minivan from O'Hare International Airport to Waukegan. Private, dependable transportation from your arrival terminal straight to your door.

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