Minneapolis to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Minneapolis from Waukegan?

The distance from Minneapolis to Waukegan is 325.5 miles (523.8 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located ESE of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 390.6 miles, taking about 7h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota and Waukegan in Illinois.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Minneapolis 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.