Champaign to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Champaign from Waukegan?

The distance from Champaign to Waukegan is 156.6 miles (252.1 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located N of Champaign. By car, the driving distance is approximately 195.8 miles, taking about 3h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Champaign 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.