Saint Charles, Missouri to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

283.3 miles 456 km · straight line
354.2 miles estimated 570 km · driving distance
7h 8min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
28° NNE bearing direction

How far is Saint Charles, Missouri from Waukegan?

The distance from Saint Charles, Missouri to Waukegan is 283.3 miles (456 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located NNE of Saint Charles, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 354.2 miles, taking about 7h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Saint Charles, Missouri in Missouri 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Saint Charles, Missouri 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 Saint Charles, Missouri to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 8min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 34min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~6h 47min $43–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Saint Charles, Missouri & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Saint Charles, Missouri
38.78°N, 90.48°W
America/Chicago
147m 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 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 87.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients