Columbus, Ohio to Vernon Hills: Road Trip Guide & Distance

302.6 miles 487 km · straight line
353.7 miles actual route 569.2 km · driving distance
7h 33min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 7min flight time
303° WNW bearing direction

How far is Columbus, Ohio from Vernon Hills?

The distance from Columbus, Ohio to Vernon Hills is 302.6 miles (487 km) as the crow flies. Vernon Hills is located WNW of Columbus, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 353.7 miles, taking about 7h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Columbus, Ohio in Ohio and Vernon Hills in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Columbus, Ohio and Vernon Hills. 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 Columbus, Ohio to Vernon Hills

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 33min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 7min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 4min $28–$53* Budget
Train ~7h 10min $42–$124* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Columbus, Ohio & Vernon Hills

Quick Facts

Columbus, Ohio
39.96°N, 83.00°W
America/New_York
275m elevation
Vernon Hills
42.22°N, 87.98°W
America/Chicago
224m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 101 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 82.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM