Downers Grove to Farmington Hills: Road Trip Guide & Distance

241.9 miles 389.3 km · straight line
302.4 miles estimated 486.6 km · driving distance
6h 5min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
77° ENE bearing direction

How far is Downers Grove from Farmington Hills?

The distance from Downers Grove to Farmington Hills is 241.9 miles (389.3 km) as the crow flies. Farmington Hills is located ENE of Downers Grove. By car, the driving distance is approximately 302.4 miles, taking about 6h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Downers Grove in Illinois and Farmington Hills in Michigan.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Downers Grove and Farmington Hills. 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 Downers Grove to Farmington Hills

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 5min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 18min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 47min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Downers Grove & Farmington Hills

Quick Facts

Downers Grove
41.81°N, 88.01°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
Farmington Hills
42.49°N, 83.38°W
America/Detroit
259m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 81 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 102.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients