How far is Lawrence, IL from Waukegan, IL?
The driving distance from Lawrence, IL to Waukegan, IL is about 47.8 miles (76.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41 miles (66 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lawrence and Waukegan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence and Waukegan.
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Start on the route
24 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Oak Grove Road
1050 ft · 34 sec · Oak Grove Road
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Turn left onto Lawrence Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · Lawrence Road
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Turn straight onto Ramer Road
994 ft · 29 sec · Ramer Road
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Turn right onto Lawrence Road
2661 ft · 1 min · Lawrence Road
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Turn left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto South Division Street
2662 ft · 49 sec · South Division Street
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Turn right onto East Diggins Street
18.8 mi · 27 min · East Diggins Street
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Continue on Kenosha Road
3.7 mi · 5 min · Kenosha Road
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Continue on West IL Route 173
13.9 mi · 21 min · West IL Route 173
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Turn right onto North Skokie Highway
7.4 mi · 9 min · North Skokie Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 132: Grand Avenue
1010 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on IL 132 East
94 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto Grand Avenue
2.8 mi · 6 min · Grand Avenue
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Turn right onto North Jackson Street
1375 ft · 38 sec · North 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 Lawrence 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.
East Diggins Street
Turn right onto East Diggins Street
18.8 mi · 00h 27m
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 Lawrence and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Waukegan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lawrence to Waukegan?
The road trip is about 47.8 miles (76.9 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Spring Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Lawrence and 22.3 miles from Waukegan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41 miles (66 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 4:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.37 one way or $12.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Lawrence and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Waukegan.
Stop Ideas Near Spring Grove
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lawrence and Waukegan. Straight-line distance: 40.99 mi (65.96 km).
#1 Lawrence
Township in Lawrence County, Illinois
| Population | 4,380 |
| Coordinates | 42.4411300, -88.6412100 |
| Altitude | 276 |
| 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: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.37 | $12.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.19 | $14.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.87 | $15.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.96 | $17.93 |
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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