Chicago to Waverly: Road Trip Guide & Distance

164.8 miles 265.3 km · straight line
214.9 miles actual route 345.9 km · driving distance
4h 6min estimated drive time
$21 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
68° ENE bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Waverly?

The distance from Chicago to Waverly is 164.8 miles (265.3 km) as the crow flies. Waverly is located ENE of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 214.9 miles, taking about 4h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Waverly in Michigan.

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. 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 Chicago and Waverly. 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.

How to Get from Chicago to Waverly

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 6min $21 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 55min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~3h 54min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Waverly

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Waverly
42.74°N, 84.62°W
America/Detroit
262m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 151.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM