Des Plaines to Radcliff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Des Plaines from Radcliff?

The distance from Des Plaines to Radcliff is 307.3 miles (494.5 km) as the crow flies. Radcliff is located SSE of Des Plaines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 384.1 miles, taking about 7h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Des Plaines in Illinois and Radcliff in Kentucky.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Des Plaines and Radcliff. 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.