Crystal Lake to North Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance

25 miles 40.2 km · straight line
32.5 miles estimated 52.3 km · driving distance
39min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
76° ENE bearing direction

How far is Crystal Lake from North Chicago?

The distance from Crystal Lake to North Chicago is 25 miles (40.2 km) as the crow flies. North Chicago is located ENE of Crystal Lake. By car, the driving distance is approximately 32.5 miles, taking about 39min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Crystal Lake and North Chicago. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Crystal Lake to North Chicago

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 39min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Crystal Lake & North Chicago

Quick Facts

Crystal Lake
42.24°N, 88.32°W
America/Chicago
279m 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 8 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 996.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients