Fairfield, Ohio to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

270 miles 434.5 km · straight line
337.5 miles estimated 543.1 km · driving distance
6h 47min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
322° NW bearing direction

How far is Fairfield, Ohio from Waukegan?

The distance from Fairfield, Ohio to Waukegan is 270 miles (434.5 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located NW of Fairfield, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 337.5 miles, taking about 6h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Fairfield, Ohio in Ohio and Waukegan in Illinois.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Fairfield, Ohio 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 Fairfield, Ohio to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 47min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 8min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 27min $41–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fairfield, Ohio & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Fairfield, Ohio
39.35°N, 84.56°W
America/New_York
180m 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 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients