Chicago to Germantown, Wisconsin: Road Trip Guide & Distance

96.4 miles 155.2 km · straight line
107.6 miles actual route 173.1 km · driving distance
2h 17min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
345° NNW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Germantown, Wisconsin?

The distance from Chicago to Germantown, Wisconsin is 96.4 miles (155.2 km) as the crow flies. Germantown, Wisconsin is located NNW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 107.6 miles, taking about 2h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Germantown, Wisconsin in Wisconsin.

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 and Germantown, Wisconsin. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 to Germantown, Wisconsin

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 17min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 44min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 10min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Germantown, Wisconsin

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Germantown, Wisconsin
43.23°N, 88.11°W
America/Chicago
264m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 32 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 258.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM