How far is Wheeling, IL from Waukegan, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Wheeling and Waukegan is 16.09 miles (25.9 km).
Flight distance from Wheeling, IL to Waukegan, IL is 16.09 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Wheeling, Illinois to Waukegan, Illinois is: 22.59 miles (36.36 km) by car.
Driving from Wheeling to Waukegan will take approximately 00 hours 34 minutes.
#1 Wheeling
City in West Virginia
| Population | 38958 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°8'21"N 87°55'44"W |
| Latitude | 42.1391900 |
| Longitude | -87.9289600 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| 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 Wheeling and Waukegan
The distance between Wheeling and Waukegan is 36 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 24 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 Wheeling and Waukegan. The current time is 01:18:53.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 45 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 22 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.02 liters (0.8 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Wheeling and Waukegan.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Wheeling to Waukegan is $2.88 (diesel $3.43).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $2.88 | $3.28 | $3.63 | $3.43 |
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 28, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Wheeling and Waukegan (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
