Waukegan to Zion, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

5.7 miles 9.2 km · straight line
7.5 miles estimated 12 km · driving distance
9min estimated drive time
$1 - $1 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
N bearing direction

How far is Waukegan from Zion, Illinois?

The distance from Waukegan to Zion, Illinois is 5.7 miles (9.2 km) as the crow flies. Zion, Illinois is located N of Waukegan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 7.5 miles, taking about 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Waukegan and Zion, Illinois. 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 Waukegan to Zion, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9min $1 - $1 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Waukegan & Zion, Illinois

Quick Facts

Waukegan
42.36°N, 87.84°W
America/Chicago
199m elevation
Zion, Illinois
42.45°N, 87.83°W
America/Chicago
198m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 2 hours of non-stop walking
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients