Arlington Heights to Glendale Heights: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Arlington Heights from Glendale Heights?

The distance from Arlington Heights to Glendale Heights is 12.7 miles (20.5 km) as the crow flies. Glendale Heights is located SSW of Arlington Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 16.6 miles, taking about 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arlington Heights and Glendale Heights. 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.