Grayslake to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

10.1 miles 16.3 km · straight line
13.2 miles estimated 21.2 km · driving distance
16min estimated drive time
$1 - $2 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
82° E bearing direction

How far is Grayslake from Waukegan?

The distance from Grayslake to Waukegan is 10.1 miles (16.3 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located E of Grayslake. By car, the driving distance is approximately 13.2 miles, taking about 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Grayslake 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 Grayslake to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 16min $1 - $2 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Grayslake & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Grayslake
42.34°N, 88.04°W
America/Chicago
239m 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 3 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients