North Chicago to Palatine: Road Trip Guide & Distance

17.8 miles 28.7 km · straight line
23.2 miles estimated 37.3 km · driving distance
28min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
214° SSW bearing direction

How far is North Chicago from Palatine?

The distance from North Chicago to Palatine is 17.8 miles (28.7 km) as the crow flies. Palatine is located SSW of North Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 23.2 miles, taking about 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. 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 North Chicago and Palatine. 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 North Chicago to Palatine

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between North Chicago & Palatine

Quick Facts

North Chicago
42.33°N, 87.84°W
America/Chicago
201m elevation
Palatine
42.11°N, 88.03°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients