Bloomington, Indiana to Buffalo Grove: Road Trip Guide & Distance

219.6 miles 353.4 km · straight line
274.5 miles estimated 441.8 km · driving distance
5h 31min estimated drive time
$26 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Bloomington, Indiana from Buffalo Grove?

The distance from Bloomington, Indiana to Buffalo Grove is 219.6 miles (353.4 km) as the crow flies. Buffalo Grove is located NNW of Bloomington, Indiana. By car, the driving distance is approximately 274.5 miles, taking about 5h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Bloomington, Indiana in Indiana and Buffalo Grove 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 Bloomington, Indiana and Buffalo Grove. 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, Indiana to Buffalo Grove

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 31min $26 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 37min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 14min $33–$96* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bloomington, Indiana & Buffalo Grove

Quick Facts

Bloomington, Indiana
39.17°N, 86.53°W
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
235m elevation
Buffalo Grove
42.15°N, 87.96°W
America/Chicago
207m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 73 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 113.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients