Chicago Heights to Griffith, Indiana: Road Trip Guide & Distance

11.1 miles 17.8 km · straight line
14.4 miles estimated 23.1 km · driving distance
17min estimated drive time
$1 - $2 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
82° E bearing direction

How far is Chicago Heights from Griffith, Indiana?

The distance from Chicago Heights to Griffith, Indiana is 11.1 miles (17.8 km) as the crow flies. Griffith, Indiana is located E of Chicago Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 14.4 miles, taking about 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States — Chicago Heights in Illinois and Griffith, Indiana in Indiana.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Chicago Heights and Griffith, Indiana. 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 Chicago Heights to Griffith, Indiana

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 17min $1 - $2 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Chicago Heights & Griffith, Indiana

Quick Facts

Chicago Heights
41.51°N, 87.64°W
America/Chicago
201m elevation
Griffith, Indiana
41.53°N, 87.42°W
America/Chicago
192m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 4 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