Charleston, Illinois to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Charleston, Illinois from Waukegan?

The distance from Charleston, Illinois to Waukegan is 198.9 miles (320.1 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located N of Charleston, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 248.6 miles, taking about 5h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. 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 Charleston, Illinois 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.