Hamilton, Ohio to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

267.1 miles 429.8 km · straight line
333.9 miles estimated 537.3 km · driving distance
6h 43min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Hamilton, Ohio from Waukegan?

The distance from Hamilton, Ohio to Waukegan is 267.1 miles (429.8 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located NW of Hamilton, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 333.9 miles, taking about 6h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, Ohio to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 43min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 4min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 23min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hamilton, Ohio & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Hamilton, Ohio
39.40°N, 84.56°W
America/New_York
181m 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 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients