Gurnee to Muskegon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

102.9 miles 165.6 km · straight line
128.6 miles estimated 207 km · driving distance
2h 35min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
54° NE bearing direction

How far is Gurnee from Muskegon?

The distance from Gurnee to Muskegon is 102.9 miles (165.6 km) as the crow flies. Muskegon is located NE of Gurnee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 128.6 miles, taking about 2h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Gurnee in Illinois and Muskegon in Michigan.

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. 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 Gurnee and Muskegon. 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 Gurnee to Muskegon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 35min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 6min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 27min $15–$45* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gurnee & Muskegon

Quick Facts

Gurnee
42.37°N, 87.90°W
America/Chicago
207m elevation
Muskegon
43.23°N, 86.25°W
America/Detroit
188m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 34 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 242 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients