Saginaw to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

210.1 miles 338.2 km · straight line
262.7 miles estimated 422.8 km · driving distance
5h 17min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
251° WSW bearing direction

How far is Saginaw from Waukegan?

The distance from Saginaw to Waukegan is 210.1 miles (338.2 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located WSW of Saginaw. By car, the driving distance is approximately 262.7 miles, taking about 5h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Saginaw in Michigan 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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Saginaw 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 Saginaw to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 17min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 20min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 1min $32–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Saginaw & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Saginaw
43.42°N, 83.95°W
America/Detroit
177m 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 70 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 118.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients