How far is Sugar Grove, IL from Waukegan, IL?
The driving distance from Sugar Grove, IL to Waukegan, IL is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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 17m.
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
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City in Cook County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sugar Grove and Waukegan.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sugar Grove and Waukegan.
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Start on the route
23 m · 11 sec
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Turn left
21 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto Cross Street
82 m · 14 sec · Cross Street
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Turn left onto United States Route 30
582 ft · 14 sec · United States Route 30
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 56 East: Chicago
2171 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
24.8 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
4.7 mi · 6 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 294 North, I 290 West: Milwaukee, Rockford
3128 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 294 Toll North: O'Hare International Airport, Milwaukee
1156 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
35.2 mi · 43 min · Tri-State Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 120 East: Belvidere Road
1923 ft · 47 sec
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Turn straight onto Belvidere Road
1.9 mi · 3 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 Sugar Grove and Waukegan.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Tri-State Tollway
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
35.2 mi · 00h 43m
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 then Mostly Cloudy leaving Sugar Grove and Rain Showers near Waukegan.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sugar Grove to Waukegan?
The road trip is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Northlake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.5 miles from Sugar Grove and 35.6 miles from Waukegan.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.4 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 3:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.47 one way or $18.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Sugar Grove and Rain Showers near Waukegan.
Stop Ideas Near Northlake
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Transit and Meeting Points
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La Grange Road
Summit
Glenview station
Chicago Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sugar Grove and Waukegan. Straight-line distance: 51.72 mi (83.24 km).
#1 Sugar Grove
City in Kane County, Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 9,884 |
| Coordinates | 41.7614200, -88.4436900 |
| Altitude | 219 |
| 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: 114 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.47 | $18.93 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.68 | $21.35 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.68 | $23.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.31 | $26.63 |
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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