Chicago to Lakeville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

341.1 miles 548.9 km · straight line
424.2 miles actual route 682.7 km · driving distance
7h 55min estimated drive time
$41 - $50 estimated fuel cost
~1h 11min flight time
306° NW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Lakeville?

The distance from Chicago to Lakeville is 341.1 miles (548.9 km) as the crow flies. Lakeville is located NW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 424.2 miles, taking about 7h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Lakeville 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 and Lakeville. 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 Lakeville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 55min $41 - $50 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 11min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 30min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 31min $51–$148* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Lakeville

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Lakeville
44.65°N, 93.24°W
America/Chicago
296m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 114 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 28 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 73 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM