Akron to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

338 miles 543.9 km · straight line
405.6 miles estimated 652.7 km · driving distance
8h 10min estimated drive time
$39 - $48 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Akron from Waukegan?

The distance from Akron to Waukegan is 338 miles (543.9 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located WNW of Akron. By car, the driving distance is approximately 405.6 miles, taking about 8h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Akron in Ohio and Waukegan in Illinois.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Akron and Waukegan. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Akron to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 10min $39 - $48 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 48min $32–$61* Budget
Train ~7h 46min $49–$142* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Akron & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Akron
41.08°N, 81.52°W
America/New_York
306m elevation
Waukegan
42.36°N, 87.84°W
America/Chicago
199m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 113 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients