Chicago Heights to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Chicago Heights from Minneapolis?

The distance from Chicago Heights to Minneapolis is 371.1 miles (597.2 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NW of Chicago Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 445.3 miles, taking about 8h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Chicago Heights in Illinois and Minneapolis in Minnesota.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Chicago Heights and Minneapolis. 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.