Oshkosh to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

120 miles 193.2 km · straight line
150.1 miles estimated 241.5 km · driving distance
3h 1min estimated drive time
$14 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
163° SSE bearing direction

How far is Oshkosh from Waukegan?

The distance from Oshkosh to Waukegan is 120 miles (193.2 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located SSE of Oshkosh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 150.1 miles, taking about 3h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Oshkosh 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. 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 Oshkosh 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 Oshkosh to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 1min $14 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 37min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 52min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Oshkosh & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Oshkosh
44.02°N, 88.54°W
America/Chicago
234m 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 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 207.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients