Chicago Heights to Mount Prospect: Road Trip Guide & Distance

41.7 miles 67.1 km · straight line
54.2 miles estimated 87.2 km · driving distance
1h 5min estimated drive time
$5 - $6 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is Chicago Heights from Mount Prospect?

The distance from Chicago Heights to Mount Prospect is 41.7 miles (67.1 km) as the crow flies. Mount Prospect is located NNW of Chicago Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 54.2 miles, taking about 1h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Chicago Heights and Mount Prospect. 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 Mount Prospect

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 5min $5 - $6 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 18min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Chicago Heights & Mount Prospect

Quick Facts

Chicago Heights
41.51°N, 87.64°W
America/Chicago
201m elevation
Mount Prospect
42.07°N, 87.94°W
America/Chicago
204m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 14 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 597.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients