Chicago to Gurnee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

36.8 miles 59.2 km · straight line
40 miles actual route 64.3 km · driving distance
52min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
338° NNW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Gurnee?

The distance from Chicago to Gurnee is 36.8 miles (59.2 km) as the crow flies. Gurnee is located NNW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 40 miles, taking about 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. 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 Chicago and Gurnee. 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 Gurnee

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 52min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Gurnee

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Gurnee
42.37°N, 87.90°W
America/Chicago
207m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 676.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM