How far is Algonquin, IL from Waukegan, IL?
The driving distance from Algonquin, IL to Waukegan, IL is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.7 miles (43 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Algonquin and Waukegan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algonquin and Waukegan.
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Start on Washington Street
24 m · 5 sec · Washington Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
669 ft · 31 sec · South Main Street
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Turn sharp right onto Algonquin Bypass
11.3 mi · 18 min · Algonquin Bypass
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Turn right onto Bull Valley Road
910 ft · 17 sec · Bull Valley Road
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Continue on Charles J Miller Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Charles J Miller Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South River Road
1.4 km · 2 min · South River Road
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Continue on Chapel Hill Road
1.1 km · 58 sec · Chapel Hill Road
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Turn slight right
63 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto West Elm Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Elm Street
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Continue on Rand Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Rand Road
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Continue on West Belvidere Road
10.5 mi · 16 min · West Belvidere Road
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Continue on Belvidere Road
6.3 mi · 9 min · Belvidere Road
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Continue on Belvidere Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Belvidere Street
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Turn left onto Glen Rock Avenue
2495 ft · 1 min · Glen Rock Avenue
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Turn left onto South Jackson Street
2647 ft · 1 min · South Jackson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Jackson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Algonquin and Waukegan.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Algonquin Bypass
Turn sharp right onto Algonquin Bypass
11.3 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Algonquin and Chance Rain Showers near Waukegan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Algonquin to Waukegan?
The road trip is about 34.3 miles (55.2 km) and usually takes 00h 59m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Volo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18 miles from Algonquin and 16.3 miles from Waukegan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.7 miles (43 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.56 one way or $9.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Algonquin and Chance Rain Showers near Waukegan.
Stop Ideas Near Volo
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Volo.
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La Grange Road
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Algonquin and Waukegan. Straight-line distance: 26.75 mi (43.05 km).
#1 Algonquin
Village in Illinois
| Population | 30,730 |
| Coordinates | 42.1655800, -88.2942500 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waukegan
The second most populous city in Lake County, Illinois.
| Population | 85,453 |
| Coordinates | 42.3636300, -87.8447900 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Jackson Street (-87.844706, 42.363629)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.56 | $9.13 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.15 | $10.29 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.63 | $11.26 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.42 | $12.84 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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