Manitowoc to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Manitowoc from Waukegan?

The distance from Manitowoc to Waukegan is 119.6 miles (192.4 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located S of Manitowoc. By car, the driving distance is approximately 149.4 miles, taking about 3h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Manitowoc in Wisconsin 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. 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 Manitowoc 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.