Lombard to Rockford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

61.9 miles 99.6 km · straight line
80.5 miles estimated 129.5 km · driving distance
1h 37min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
296° WNW bearing direction

How far is Lombard from Rockford?

The distance from Lombard to Rockford is 61.9 miles (99.6 km) as the crow flies. Rockford is located WNW of Lombard. By car, the driving distance is approximately 80.5 miles, taking about 1h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Lombard and Rockford. 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 Lombard to Rockford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 37min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 56min $6–$12* Budget
Train ~1h 32min $10–$28* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lombard & Rockford

Quick Facts

Lombard
41.88°N, 88.01°W
America/Chicago
219m elevation
Rockford
42.27°N, 89.09°W
America/Chicago
218m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 402.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients