Watertown, Wisconsin to Waukegan: Road Trip Guide & Distance

72.9 miles 117.3 km · straight line
91.1 miles estimated 146.6 km · driving distance
1h 50min estimated drive time
$9 - $11 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
142° SE bearing direction

How far is Watertown, Wisconsin from Waukegan?

The distance from Watertown, Wisconsin to Waukegan is 72.9 miles (117.3 km) as the crow flies. Waukegan is located SE of Watertown, Wisconsin. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91.1 miles, taking about 1h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States — Watertown, Wisconsin in Wisconsin and Waukegan in Illinois.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Watertown, Wisconsin 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 Watertown, Wisconsin to Waukegan

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 50min $9 - $11 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 12min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 45min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Watertown, Wisconsin & Waukegan

Quick Facts

Watertown, Wisconsin
43.19°N, 88.73°W
America/Chicago
260m 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 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 341.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients