Guelph to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

392.2 miles 631.2 km · straight line
470.6 miles estimated 757.4 km · driving distance
9h 28min estimated drive time
CAD 76 - CAD 94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
261° W bearing direction

How far is Guelph from Waukegan?

The distance from Guelph to Waukegan is 392.2 miles (631.2 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located W of Guelph. By car, the driving distance is approximately 470.6 miles, taking about 9h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Guelph is in Ontario, Canada, while Waukegan is in Illinois, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Guelph 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 Guelph to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 28min CAD 76 - CAD 94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 22min $38–$71* Budget
Train ~9h 0min $56–$165* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Guelph & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Guelph
43.55°N, 80.26°W
America/Toronto
335m 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 131 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients