Anderson, Indiana to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

192.3 miles 309.5 km · straight line
240.4 miles estimated 386.9 km · driving distance
4h 50min estimated drive time
$23 - $28 estimated fuel cost
~53min flight time
325° NW bearing direction

How far is Anderson, Indiana from Waukegan?

The distance from Anderson, Indiana to Waukegan is 192.3 miles (309.5 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located NW of Anderson, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 240.4 miles, taking about 4h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 53min. Both are located in United States — Anderson, Indiana in Indiana and Waukegan in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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. 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 Anderson, Indiana 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 Anderson, Indiana to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 50min $23 - $28 Flexible stops
Fly ~53min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 48min $19–$36* Budget
Train ~4h 36min $29–$84* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anderson, Indiana & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Anderson, Indiana
40.11°N, 85.68°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
268m 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 64 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 129.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients