Rochester Hills to Vernon Hills: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248.1 miles 399.3 km · straight line
310.1 miles estimated 499.1 km · driving distance
6h 14min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
265° W bearing direction

How far is Rochester Hills from Vernon Hills?

The distance from Rochester Hills to Vernon Hills is 248.1 miles (399.3 km) as the crow flies. Vernon Hills is located W of Rochester Hills. By car, the driving distance is approximately 310.1 miles, taking about 6h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Rochester Hills 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Rochester Hills 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 Rochester Hills to Vernon Hills

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 14min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 29min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 55min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Rochester Hills & Vernon Hills

Quick Facts

Rochester Hills
42.66°N, 83.15°W
America/Detroit
251m 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 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients