Round Lake Beach to Waverly: Road Trip Guide & Distance

178.4 miles 287.1 km · straight line
223 miles estimated 358.9 km · driving distance
4h 29min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
81° E bearing direction

How far is Round Lake Beach from Waverly?

The distance from Round Lake Beach to Waverly is 178.4 miles (287.1 km) as the crow flies. Waverly is located E of Round Lake Beach. By car, the driving distance is approximately 223 miles, taking about 4h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Round Lake Beach in Illinois and Waverly in Michigan.

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 Round Lake Beach and Waverly. 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 Round Lake Beach to Waverly

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 29min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 23min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 16min $27–$78* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Round Lake Beach & Waverly

Quick Facts

Round Lake Beach
42.37°N, 88.09°W
America/Chicago
233m elevation
Waverly
42.74°N, 84.62°W
America/Detroit
262m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 59 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 139.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients