How far is Sterling, IL from Waukegan, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Sterling and Waukegan is 102.92 miles (165.64 km).
Flight distance from Sterling, IL to Waukegan, IL is 102.92 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 17 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 15 minutes to travel from Sterling to Waukegan with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Sterling, Illinois to Waukegan, Illinois is: 142.06 miles (228.62 km) by car.
Driving from Sterling to Waukegan will take approximately 02 hours 18 minutes.
#1 Sterling
City in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 14313 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°47'19"N 89°41'46"W |
| Latitude | 41.7886400 |
| Longitude | -89.6962200 |
| Altitude | 201 |
| 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 Sterling and Waukegan
The distance between Sterling and Waukegan is 229 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 02 hours 32 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 Sterling and Waukegan. The current time is 17:31:12.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04 hours 44 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 50 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02 hours 01 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 53 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 46 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 18.98 liters (5.01 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Sterling and Waukegan.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Sterling to Waukegan is $18.08 (diesel $21.55).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $18.08 | $20.61 | $22.81 | $21.55 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Sterling and Waukegan (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
