Beaver Dam to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Beaver Dam from Waukegan?

The distance from Beaver Dam to Waukegan is 90.8 miles (146.1 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located SE of Beaver Dam. By car, the driving distance is approximately 113.5 miles, taking about 2h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Beaver Dam in Wisconsin and Waukegan in Illinois.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Beaver Dam 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.