How far is Waukegan, IL from Algonquin, IL?
The driving distance from Waukegan, IL to Algonquin, IL is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.7 miles (43 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m 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 00h 58m.
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Halfway Point
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Unincorporated community in Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waukegan and Algonquin.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waukegan and Algonquin.
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Start on North Jackson Street
2647 ft · 1 min · North Jackson Street
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Turn right onto Glen Rock Avenue
2495 ft · 1 min · Glen Rock Avenue
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Turn right onto Belvidere Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · Belvidere Street
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Continue on Belvidere Road
6.3 mi · 9 min · Belvidere Road
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Continue on East Belvidere Road
1 mi · 2 min · East Belvidere Road
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Turn left onto South Atkinson Road
2824 ft · 58 sec · South Atkinson Road
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Continue on Ivanhoe Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Ivanhoe Road
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Continue on Schank Avenue
797 ft · 24 sec · Schank Avenue
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Turn right
5.4 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto Barrington Road
2852 ft · 1 min · Barrington Road
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Continue straight
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto North Kelsey Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Kelsey Road
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Continue on North Kelsey Road
2 mi · 4 min · North Kelsey Road
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Turn right onto State Route 22
1.2 mi · 2 min · State Route 22
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Northwest Highway
2 mi · 3 min · South Northwest Highway
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Turn straight onto West Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Cary Algonquin Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Cary Algonquin Road
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Continue on Cary Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Cary Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North Main Street
69 m · 6 sec · North Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
24 m · 3 sec · Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waukegan and Algonquin.
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.
Belvidere Road
Continue on Belvidere Road
6.29 mi · 00h 09m
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 Waukegan and Chance Rain Showers near Algonquin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waukegan to Algonquin?
The road trip is about 33.2 miles (53.4 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Gilmer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.6 miles from Waukegan and 16.6 miles from Algonquin.
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 6.5 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 $4.41 one way or $8.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Waukegan and Chance Rain Showers near Algonquin.
Stop Ideas Near Gilmer
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waukegan and Algonquin. Straight-line distance: 26.75 mi (43.05 km).
#1 Waukegan
The second most populous city in Lake County, Illinois.
| Population | 85,453 |
| Coordinates | 42.3636300, -87.8447900 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Algonquin
Village in Illinois
| Population | 30,730 |
| Coordinates | 42.1655800, -88.2942500 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
End: Algonquin (-88.29425, 42.16558)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.41 | $8.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.98 | $9.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.45 | $10.89 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.21 | $12.41 |
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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