Milwaukee to Sycamore: Road Trip Guide & Distance

82.7 miles 133.1 km · straight line
98.7 miles actual route 158.9 km · driving distance
2h 16min estimated drive time
$10 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Milwaukee from Sycamore?

The distance from Milwaukee to Sycamore is 82.7 miles (133.1 km) as the crow flies. Sycamore is located SSW of Milwaukee. By car, the driving distance is approximately 98.7 miles, taking about 2h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Milwaukee in Wisconsin and Sycamore in Illinois.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Milwaukee and Sycamore. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Milwaukee to Sycamore

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 16min $10 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 43min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~2h 9min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Milwaukee & Sycamore

Quick Facts

Milwaukee
43.04°N, 87.91°W
America/Chicago
188m elevation
Sycamore
41.99°N, 88.69°W
America/Chicago
266m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 301.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM