Des Plaines to New Lenox: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Plaines from New Lenox?

The distance from Des Plaines to New Lenox is 36.3 miles (58.4 km) as the crow flies. New Lenox is located S of Des Plaines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 47.2 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. 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 New Lenox. 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.