Algonquin to Waukesha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

58.5 miles 94.2 km · straight line
76.1 miles estimated 122.5 km · driving distance
1h 32min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
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How far is Algonquin from Waukesha?

The distance from Algonquin to Waukesha is 58.5 miles (94.2 km) as the crow flies. Waukesha is located N of Algonquin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 76.1 miles, taking about 1h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States — Algonquin in Illinois and Waukesha in Wisconsin.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Algonquin and Waukesha. 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 Algonquin to Waukesha

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 32min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 50min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Algonquin & Waukesha

Quick Facts

Algonquin
42.17°N, 88.29°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
Waukesha
43.01°N, 88.23°W
America/Chicago
248m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 20 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 425.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients