Gurnee travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gurnee

With a population of 31 295, Gurnee is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Gurnee deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Gurnee

If you’re looking for affordable options, Stevens' (401 N Riverside Dr) and Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Gurnee (7799 Grand Ave) are great picks.

When to visit Gurnee

Gurnee in April
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gurnee in April
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gurnee

Plane

Although Gurnee doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 58 km from Gurnee. The shortest domestic flight to Gurnee departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gurnee. The train journey from Gurnee to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about $23 for a 2h 19m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gurnee is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 59 km from Gurnee. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gurnee, including Amtrak, Greyhound and Tornado Bus. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Gurnee takes 338 km and will cost you around $88. From Monona, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 338 km.

Plane

Although Gurnee doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 58 km from Gurnee. The shortest domestic flight to Gurnee departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Gurnee. The train journey from Gurnee to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $20 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Bloomington, expect to pay about $23 for a 2h 19m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Gurnee is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 59 km from Gurnee. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gurnee, including Amtrak, Greyhound and Tornado Bus. From Indianapolis, the bus ride to Gurnee takes 338 km and will cost you around $88. From Monona, the ticket costs about $43 for a journey of 338 km.

Airports near Gurnee

Airlines serving Gurnee

Lufthansa
Good (4,672 reviews)
KLM
Good (844 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,638 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,576 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,108 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,429 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,983 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,000 reviews)
Finnair
Good (854 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,751 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,578 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,548 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,356 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (747 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (771 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (484 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,320 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gurnee

Most booked hotels in Gurnee

Sonesta ES Suites Chicago Waukegan Gurnee
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 531 reviews)
$117+
Wingate by Wyndham Gurnee
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 445 reviews)
$82+
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Chicago Waukegan/Gurnee
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 299 reviews)
$144+
Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 139 reviews)
$207+
Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Waukegan
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 590 reviews)
$106+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago North-Waukegan-Gurnee
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 585 reviews)
$127+

Renting a car in Gurnee

Renting a car in Gurnee costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Gurnee (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Gurnee is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota 4Runner or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Gurnee costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Gurnee (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Gurnee is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Toyota 4Runner or similar) are, on average, 55% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Gurnee

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