Chicago to Waukesha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chicago from Waukesha?

The distance from Chicago to Waukesha is 84.1 miles (135.4 km) as the crow flies. Waukesha is located NNW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 102.1 miles, taking about 2h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Waukesha in Wisconsin.

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. 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 Chicago and Waukesha. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.