Merrillville to Palos Hills: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Merrillville from Palos Hills?

The distance from Merrillville to Palos Hills is 29.1 miles (46.8 km) as the crow flies. Palos Hills is located WNW of Merrillville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 37.8 miles, taking about 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States — Merrillville in Indiana and Palos Hills in Illinois.

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 Merrillville and Palos 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.