North Chicago to Zion, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

8.3 miles 13.4 km · straight line
10.8 miles estimated 17.4 km · driving distance
13min estimated drive time
$1 - $1 estimated fuel cost
~31min flight time · usually no direct flights
N bearing direction

How far is North Chicago from Zion, Illinois?

The distance from North Chicago to Zion, Illinois is 8.3 miles (13.4 km) as the crow flies. Zion, Illinois is located N of North Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 10.8 miles, taking about 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 31min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Zion, Illinois. 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 Zion, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13min $1 - $1 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between North Chicago & Zion, Illinois

Quick Facts

North Chicago
42.33°N, 87.84°W
America/Chicago
201m elevation
Zion, Illinois
42.45°N, 87.83°W
America/Chicago
198m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 3 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