Frankfort, Kentucky to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Frankfort, Kentucky from Waukegan?

The distance from Frankfort, Kentucky to Waukegan is 327.5 miles (527 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located NNW of Frankfort, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 393 miles, taking about 7h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Frankfort, Kentucky in Kentucky and Waukegan in Illinois.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Frankfort, Kentucky 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.