Ann Arbor to Lake in the Hills: Road Trip Guide & Distance

234.9 miles 378 km · straight line
293.6 miles estimated 472.5 km · driving distance
5h 54min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
270° W bearing direction

How far is Ann Arbor from Lake in the Hills?

The distance from Ann Arbor to Lake in the Hills is 234.9 miles (378 km) as the crow flies. Lake in the Hills is located W of Ann Arbor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 293.6 miles, taking about 5h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Ann Arbor in Michigan and Lake in the Hills in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ann Arbor and Lake in the Hills. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ann Arbor to Lake in the Hills

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 54min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 5min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 36min $35–$103* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ann Arbor & Lake in the Hills

Quick Facts

Ann Arbor
42.28°N, 83.74°W
America/Detroit
269m elevation
Lake in the Hills
42.18°N, 88.33°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients