St. Louis to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is St. Louis from Waukegan?

The distance from St. Louis to Waukegan is 286.3 miles (460.7 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located NNE of St. Louis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 357.8 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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.