How far is Waukegan, IL from Wheaton, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Waukegan and Wheaton is 36.91 miles (59.4 km).
Flight distance from Waukegan, IL to Wheaton, IL is 36.91 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Waukegan, Illinois to Wheaton, Illinois is: 54.26 miles (87.32 km) by car.
Driving from Waukegan to Wheaton will take approximately 01 hours 04 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Wheaton
The most populous city in DuPage County, Illinois. It is located in the western suburbs of Chicago. Wheaton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Wheaton Historical Society and the Wheaton College campus.
| Population | 52451 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 41°51'58"N 88°6'25"W |
| Latitude | 41.8661400 |
| Longitude | -88.1070100 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Wheaton: West Wesley Street (-88.10701,41.866123)
Estimated Travel Time Between Waukegan and Wheaton
The distance between Waukegan and Wheaton is 87 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 58 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 Waukegan and Wheaton. The current time is 06:52:49.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 48 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.25 liters (1.91 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Waukegan and Wheaton.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Waukegan to Wheaton is $6.91 (diesel $8.23).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $6.91 | $7.87 | $8.71 | $8.23 |
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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 29, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Waukegan and Wheaton (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
