Kenosha to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kenosha from Waukegan?

The distance from Kenosha to Waukegan is 15.3 miles (24.7 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located S of Kenosha. By car, the driving distance is approximately 19.9 miles, taking about 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States — Kenosha in Wisconsin and Waukegan in Illinois.

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