Stevens Point to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

172.6 miles 277.8 km · straight line
215.8 miles estimated 347.3 km · driving distance
4h 20min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
149° SSE bearing direction

How far is Stevens Point from Waukegan?

The distance from Stevens Point to Waukegan is 172.6 miles (277.8 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located SSE of Stevens Point. By car, the driving distance is approximately 215.8 miles, taking about 4h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Stevens Point in Wisconsin 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. 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 Stevens Point 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 Stevens Point to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 20min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 12min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 7min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Stevens Point & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Stevens Point
44.52°N, 89.57°W
America/Chicago
332m 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 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 144.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients