Sioux Falls to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Sioux Falls from Waukegan?

The distance from Sioux Falls to Waukegan is 456.3 miles (734.4 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located E of Sioux Falls. By car, the driving distance is approximately 547.6 miles, taking about 11h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Sioux Falls in South Dakota and Waukegan in Illinois.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Sioux Falls 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.