Frequently Asked Questions

The cost to rent a shuttle bus in Waukegan typically ranges from $1,495 to $4,550+ depending on the size of the vehicle, length of trip, and exact itinerary. Local trips are usually billed by the hour (with a 5-hour minimum), while longer trips may be charged by the day or by mileage. You can get an instant quote in 30 seconds using our online tool or call our reservation team anytime at 224-570-5530 for pricing.

Several factors influence the price of your Waukegan bus rental: the type and size of vehicle you choose (18-, 20-, 25-, or 56-passenger), the number of hours or days you need it, the total mileage if traveling outside Lake County, the time of year (spring and summer are peak seasons due to weddings and events like the Lake County Fair), and any special amenities requested. Multi-day and out-of-town trips will cost more than local, single-day rentals.

Getting a quote is fast and easy! Just call our reservation specialists at 224-570-5530 with your trip details (date, pickup location, destination, number of passengers), or use the online form on our website to request pricing. We’ll provide you with an instant estimate and help you find the perfect vehicle for your group.

Your quote includes the rental of the vehicle, driver’s base pay, and the cost of fuel for your trip. It does not include the driver’s gratuity (usually 10-20%), tolls, parking fees at venues like Waukegan City Hall or the Genesee Theatre, or lodging for the driver if an overnight stay is required. Our team will explain all charges upfront so there are no surprises.

We recommend booking your bus at least 4-6 weeks in advance to ensure availability and lock in the best rates. During busy times like spring break, summer wedding season, or major events such as the Ray Bradbury Dandelion Wine Arts & Music Festival, vehicles sell out quickly—so reserve early!

Waukegan Shuttle Bus Rentals offers 18-, 20-, 25-, and 56-passenger buses available for rent in Waukegan and throughout Lake County. The 18-, 20-, and 25-passenger models are midsize shuttle buses ideal for corporate events, airport transfers, and wedding shuttles, while the 56-passenger model is a full-size coach perfect for school trips, sports teams, and large group outings. All vehicles come with forward-facing seats and room for carry-on bags; larger models include underfloor luggage compartments.

Our buses come standard with cushioned seats, air conditioning, overhead lighting, and a sound system with radio/CD player. Many vehicles also feature reclining seats, tinted windows, PA microphone, USB charging ports, and flat-screen monitors with DVD/Blu-ray capability. Full-size coaches include a rear restroom and additional video screens. Contact us for specific amenity requests.

Yes! We can customize any package to fit your needs, whether you need a simple one-way transfer, a round-trip charter to Chicago O’Hare Airport or downtown Chicago, or a multi-day rental for an out-of-town event. Multi-day packages are available at discounted daily rates.

Absolutely—we operate statewide and nationwide! If you need to travel from Waukegan to another city like Milwaukee, Madison, Indianapolis, or even across the country, we’ll handle all the logistics and provide you with a comfortable ride at a competitive price. Long-distance trips are billed by mileage or as a flat package rate.

If your trip requires an overnight stay—such as a band trip to Six Flags Great America or a church retreat at Conference Point Camp—you are responsible for providing a hotel room for the driver. This ensures they have adequate rest between driving shifts. Most hotels offer discounted rooms for transportation staff.

Waukegan Shuttle Bus Rentals provides shuttle service to all major airports in the region, including Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), General Mitchell International Airport in Milwaukee (MKE), and Waukegan National Airport (UGN). Avoid expensive airport parking and let us drop you off curbside at your terminal.

We provide transportation to all local sports venues, including Weiss Field, Belvidere Park ballfields, Waukegan High School’s Weiss Gymnasium, and Lake County Sports Center. We also run fan and team shuttles to Chicago stadiums like Soldier Field, Wrigley Field, Guaranteed Rate Field, United Center, and Allstate Arena.

Book a bus to your next show at the historic Genesee Theatre, the Lakehurst Event Center, or outdoor festival stages along the lakefront. Heading into the city? We’ll get you to Northerly Island, Huntington Bank Pavilion, or Ravinia Festival without the hassle of Metra schedules or rideshare surge pricing.

We’ve worked with every wedding venue in the area, including the Waukegan Yacht Club, Glen Flora Country Club, Bowen Park formal gardens, and local churches like Immaculate Conception Parish. Out-of-town guests staying at hotels near Fountain Square can ride together to your ceremony and reception.

Waukegan Shuttle Bus Rentals operates in all surrounding communities, including North Chicago, Zion, Gurnee, Park City, Beach Park, and Winthrop Harbor. No matter where your event is taking place, we’ll get you there on time.

From the annual Scoop the Loop classic car cruise to ArtWauk gallery nights and Fiestas Patrias on Washington Street, we’ve done it all. Keep your group together at busy downtown events by renting a private shuttle instead of relying on the Pace 565 bus or the Union Pacific North Metra line.

While Waukegan doesn’t have a large convention center, we frequently serve corporate events at the Greenbelt Cultural Center, College of Lake County conference rooms, and hotel meeting spaces. Planning a trade show in Rosemont or McCormick Place? We’ll handle the highway traffic so you don’t have to.