Bloomington, Illinois to Elmhurst: Road Trip Guide & Distance

112.1 miles 180.4 km · straight line
140.1 miles estimated 225.5 km · driving distance
2h 49min estimated drive time
$13 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
29° NNE bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Illinois from Elmhurst?

The distance from Bloomington, Illinois to Elmhurst is 112.1 miles (180.4 km) as the crow flies. Elmhurst is located NNE of Bloomington, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 140.1 miles, taking about 2h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Bloomington, Illinois and Elmhurst. 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 Bloomington, Illinois to Elmhurst

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 49min $13 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 23min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 41min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Illinois & Elmhurst

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Illinois
40.48°N, 88.99°W
America/Chicago
243m elevation
Elmhurst
41.90°N, 87.94°W
America/Chicago
209m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 222.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients