Bloomington, Indiana to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

231.5 miles 372.6 km · straight line
289.4 miles estimated 465.8 km · driving distance
5h 49min estimated drive time
$28 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
343° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Indiana from Waukegan?

The distance from Bloomington, Indiana to Waukegan is 231.5 miles (372.6 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located NNW of Bloomington, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 289.4 miles, taking about 5h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bloomington, 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 Bloomington, Indiana to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 49min $28 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 59min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 32min $35–$101* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Indiana & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Indiana
39.17°N, 86.53°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
235m 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 77 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 107.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients