How far is Waukegan Airport from downtown Chicago?

UGN is about 40 miles north of downtown — typically a 50–70 minute drive depending on traffic.

Is Waukegan convenient for the North Shore?

Very. Waukegan National is ideally located for Lake Forest, Highland Park, the wider North Shore, and Lake County.

What vehicles do you offer for UGN transfers?

Executive sedans and SUVs for individuals, and Mercedes Sprinters or coaches for larger parties — all immaculate and late-model.

Can you connect Waukegan to O’Hare?

Yes. We provide direct transfers between Waukegan National Airport and O’Hare, Midway, or any destination across Chicagoland.

How do I book and pay?

Booking takes minutes. Click any "Book Now" button to get an instant quote and reserve through our secure online portal, or call us 24/7. You will receive instant confirmation with your vehicle and chauffeur details.

Is pricing really flat-rate with no hidden fees?

Yes. Every ChiTown Buses quote is transparent and locked in upfront — no surge pricing, no hidden charges, and no penalty for flight delays on airport trips.

Are you available 24/7 across Chicagoland?

We are. Our dispatch operates around the clock, every day, serving the entire Chicago metro area — the city and all surrounding suburbs.

Waukegan National Airport (UGN) car service — ChiTown Buses

Private Aviation · UGN

Limo & Car Service to Waukegan National Airport (UGN)

Waukegan National Airport (UGN) serves private and executive aviation in Chicago's far north suburbs, near the Wisconsin border. ChiTown Buses provides polished, discreet ground transportation coordinated with the airport's FBO for private travelers and corporate flight departments.

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Other Chicago Airports

O'Hare (ORD) Midway (MDW) Chicago Executive (PWK) Gary/Chicago (GYY) DuPage (DPA)

About the Airport

Waukegan (UGN) Ground Transportation

About 40 miles north of downtown Chicago, UGN is convenient for the North Shore, Lake County, and southern Wisconsin. We coordinate FBO pickup and time every transfer to your flight for a seamless arrival or departure.

From executive sedans to Sprinters and coaches, our experienced chauffeurs deliver the reliable, professional service private aviation requires.

UGN at a Glance

Distance~40 miles
Drive time50–70 min from downtown
LocationWaukegan, north suburbs
TypePrivate / Executive

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Terminal Pickup Guide

Where We Meet You at UGN

Signature Flight Support (FBO)

FBO lobby meet-and-greet or ramp-side pickup by arrangement.

Popular Routes

Top Routes from Waukegan (UGN)

Waukegan → North Shore / Lake Forest

12 mi 20–30 min

Waukegan → Downtown Loop

40 mi 50–70 min

Waukegan → Evanston

25 mi 35–50 min

Waukegan → O’Hare (ORD)

28 mi 40–55 min

Our Vehicles

Fleet for UGN Transfers

The right vehicle for every Waukegan (UGN) arrival or departure — from solo executives to large groups.

Up to 56 passengers

Luxury Charter Coach

Reclining leather seats · Onboard restroom · Climate control

24–34 passengers

Executive Mini-Bus

Plush seating · PA system · Luggage space

10–14 passengers

Mercedes Sprinter Van

Captain seating · USB charging · Tinted privacy glass

16–40 passengers

VIP Party Bus

Premium sound · LED lighting · Wraparound seating

1–6 passengers

Executive SUV

Leather interior · Pro chauffeur · Bottled water

1–3 passengers

Luxury Sedan

Black-car service · Flight tracking · Discreet & on-time

Reserve Your Vehicle

Flight Tracking

We monitor your flight into UGN in real time and adjust your pickup automatically. Land early or late — your chauffeur is ready, with complimentary wait time and no penalty for delays.

Meet & Greet

For private arrivals at UGN, we coordinate directly with the FBO for a discreet lobby greeting or ramp-side pickup by arrangement.

Why ChiTown Buses

The Difference Is in the Details

Thousands of Chicago travelers trust us for one reason: we make luxury group transportation effortless, every single time.

Flat-Rate Pricing

Transparent, upfront quotes with no hidden fees or surge pricing — ever.

Flight Tracking

We monitor your flight in real time and adjust pickup so you never wait.

Licensed & Insured

Fully compliant, fully covered. Every trip meets the highest safety standards.

Available 24/7

Round-the-clock dispatch and support for early flights and late nights.

Professional Chauffeurs

Vetted, licensed, and courteous drivers who know Chicago inside out.

Late-Model Fleet

Immaculate, premium vehicles maintained to a five-star standard.

Private & Executive Car Service at Waukegan National Airport (UGN)

Waukegan National Airport (UGN) is the north suburbs' hub for private and executive aviation, conveniently located for the North Shore, Lake County, and southern Wisconsin. ChiTown Buses provides the discreet, dependable ground transportation that private travelers and corporate flight departments expect, coordinated with the FBO at UGN.

About 40 miles north of downtown Chicago near the Wisconsin border, Waukegan National is ideal for travelers heading to Lake Forest, Highland Park, Evanston, and the wider North Shore, as well as connections to O'Hare. We work with the FBO and flight crew to time every pickup precisely for a seamless lobby greeting or ramp-side service by arrangement.

Our chauffeurs are professional, well-presented, and experienced with the privacy and punctuality private aviation requires. From UGN we provide comfortable transfers throughout the North Shore, downtown Chicago, and beyond in immaculate sedans, SUVs, Sprinters, and coaches. With flat-rate pricing and 24/7 availability, ChiTown Buses is the trusted ground partner for Waukegan National Airport. Reserve your UGN transfer today.

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