Chicago to New Lenox: Road Trip Guide & Distance

30.6 miles 49.3 km · straight line
40.6 miles actual route 65.4 km · driving distance
57min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
215° SW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from New Lenox?

The distance from Chicago to New Lenox is 30.6 miles (49.3 km) as the crow flies. New Lenox is located SW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 40.6 miles, taking about 57min. 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 New Lenox. 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 New Lenox

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 57min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & New Lenox

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
New Lenox
41.51°N, 87.97°W
America/Chicago
204m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 812.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM