Minneapolis to North Chicago: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Minneapolis from North Chicago?

The distance from Minneapolis to North Chicago is 327.2 miles (526.5 km) as the crow flies. North Chicago is located ESE of Minneapolis. By car, the driving distance is approximately 392.6 miles, taking about 7h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Minneapolis in Minnesota and North Chicago in Illinois.

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 Minneapolis and North Chicago. 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.