Dixon, Illinois to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

91.3 miles 146.9 km · straight line
114.1 miles estimated 183.6 km · driving distance
2h 18min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
66° ENE bearing direction

How far is Dixon, Illinois from Waukegan?

The distance from Dixon, Illinois to Waukegan is 91.3 miles (146.9 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located ENE of Dixon, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 114.1 miles, taking about 2h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Dixon, 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.

How to Get from Dixon, Illinois to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 18min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 46min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 11min $14–$40* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dixon, Illinois & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Dixon, Illinois
41.84°N, 89.48°W
America/Chicago
208m 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 30 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 272.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients