Mount Prospect to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

21.1 miles 33.9 km · straight line
27.4 miles estimated 44.1 km · driving distance
33min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
13° NNE bearing direction

How far is Mount Prospect from Waukegan?

The distance from Mount Prospect to Waukegan is 21.1 miles (33.9 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located NNE of Mount Prospect. By car, the driving distance is approximately 27.4 miles, taking about 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. 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 Mount Prospect 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 Mount Prospect to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 33min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Mount Prospect & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Mount Prospect
42.07°N, 87.94°W
America/Chicago
204m 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 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients