Lombard to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

34.4 miles 55.4 km · straight line
44.7 miles estimated 72 km · driving distance
54min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
14° NNE bearing direction

How far is Lombard from Waukegan?

The distance from Lombard to Waukegan is 34.4 miles (55.4 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located NNE of Lombard. By car, the driving distance is approximately 44.7 miles, taking about 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. 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 Lombard 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 Lombard to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 54min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Lombard & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Lombard
41.88°N, 88.01°W
America/Chicago
219m 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 11 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 723.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients