Des Plaines to Gurnee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Plaines from Gurnee?

The distance from Des Plaines to Gurnee is 23.3 miles (37.5 km) as the crow flies. Gurnee is located N of Des Plaines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 30.3 miles, taking about 37min. 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. 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 Des Plaines and Gurnee. 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.