Chicago to Naperville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

27.4 miles 44.1 km · straight line
30 miles actual route 48.2 km · driving distance
43min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
257° WSW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from Naperville?

The distance from Chicago to Naperville is 27.4 miles (44.1 km) as the crow flies. Naperville is located WSW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 30 miles, taking about 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. 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 Naperville. 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 Naperville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 43min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Naperville

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Naperville
41.79°N, 88.15°W
America/Chicago
216m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 908.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM