Des Plaines to Woodridge: Road Trip Guide & Distance

21.6 miles 34.7 km · straight line
28 miles estimated 45.1 km · driving distance
34min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
204° SSW bearing direction

How far is Des Plaines from Woodridge?

The distance from Des Plaines to Woodridge is 21.6 miles (34.7 km) as the crow flies. Woodridge is located SSW of Des Plaines. By car, the driving distance is approximately 28 miles, taking about 34min. 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. 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. 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 Woodridge. 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 Des Plaines to Woodridge

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 34min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Des Plaines & Woodridge

Quick Facts

Des Plaines
42.03°N, 87.88°W
America/Chicago
193m elevation
Woodridge
41.75°N, 88.05°W
America/Chicago
223m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients