Chicago to North Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance

32.7 miles 52.7 km · straight line
38.3 miles actual route 61.7 km · driving distance
51min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
341° NNW bearing direction

How far is Chicago from North Chicago?

The distance from Chicago to North Chicago is 32.7 miles (52.7 km) as the crow flies. North Chicago is located NNW of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 38.3 miles, taking about 51min. 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 North Chicago. 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 North Chicago

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 51min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Chicago & North Chicago

Quick Facts

Chicago
41.88°N, 87.63°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
North Chicago
42.33°N, 87.84°W
America/Chicago
201m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 11 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 760.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM