How far is Springfield, IL from Waukegan, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Springfield and Waukegan is 200.26 miles (322.29 km).
Flight distance from Springfield, IL to Waukegan, IL is 200.26 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 27 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 25 minutes to travel from Springfield to Waukegan with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Springfield, Illinois to Waukegan, Illinois is: 231.19 miles (372.06 km) by car.
Driving from Springfield to Waukegan will take approximately 03 hours 37 minutes.
#1 Springfield
The capital of Illinois and the county seat of Sangamon County. It is located on the Sangamon River in central Illinois. Springfield is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and the Illinois State Capitol.
| Population | 113671 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°48'6"N 89°38'37"W |
| Latitude | 39.8017200 |
| Longitude | -89.6437100 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waukegan
The second most populous city in Lake County, Illinois. It is located on the western shore of Lake Michigan in northeastern Illinois. Waukegan is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Waukegan Public Library and the Waukegan Historical Society.
| Population | 85453 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°21'49"N 87°50'41"W |
| Latitude | 42.3636300 |
| Longitude | -87.8447900 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Waukegan: North Jackson Street (-87.844706,42.363629)
Estimated Travel Time Between Springfield and Waukegan
The distance between Springfield and Waukegan is 372 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 04 hours 08 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Springfield and Waukegan. The current time is 11:11:23.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07 hours 42 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05 hours 46 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04 hours 37 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03 hours 51 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03 hours 18 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 03 hours 04 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 02 hours 53 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 30.88 liters (8.16 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Springfield and Waukegan.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Springfield to Waukegan is $29.43 (diesel $35.08).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $29.43 | $33.55 | $37.13 | $35.08 |
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The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 30, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Springfield and Waukegan (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
