Norton Shores to Vernon Hills: Road Trip Guide & Distance

109.1 miles 175.5 km · straight line
136.3 miles estimated 219.4 km · driving distance
2h 45min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
234° SW bearing direction

How far is Norton Shores from Vernon Hills?

The distance from Norton Shores to Vernon Hills is 109.1 miles (175.5 km) as the crow flies. Vernon Hills is located SW of Norton Shores. By car, the driving distance is approximately 136.3 miles, taking about 2h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Norton Shores in Michigan and Vernon Hills in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Norton Shores and Vernon 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.

How to Get from Norton Shores to Vernon Hills

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 45min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 18min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 37min $16–$48* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Norton Shores & Vernon Hills

Quick Facts

Norton Shores
43.17°N, 86.26°W
America/Detroit
187m elevation
Vernon Hills
42.22°N, 87.98°W
America/Chicago
224m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 36 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 228.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients