Buffalo Grove to Lake Zurich: Road Trip Guide & Distance

7.5 miles 12.1 km · straight line
9.8 miles estimated 15.7 km · driving distance
12min estimated drive time
$1 - $1 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Buffalo Grove from Lake Zurich?

The distance from Buffalo Grove to Lake Zurich is 7.5 miles (12.1 km) as the crow flies. Lake Zurich is located WNW of Buffalo Grove. By car, the driving distance is approximately 9.8 miles, taking about 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. 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 Buffalo Grove and Lake Zurich. 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 Buffalo Grove to Lake Zurich

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12min $1 - $1 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Buffalo Grove & Lake Zurich

Quick Facts

Buffalo Grove
42.15°N, 87.96°W
America/Chicago
207m elevation
Lake Zurich
42.20°N, 88.09°W
America/Chicago
267m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 3 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients