Mitchell to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mitchell from Waukegan?

The distance from Mitchell to Waukegan is 522.3 miles (840.6 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located E of Mitchell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 626.8 miles, taking about 12h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Mitchell in South Dakota and Waukegan in Illinois.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Mitchell 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.