Troy, Michigan to Vernon Hills: Road Trip Guide & Distance

247.8 miles 398.8 km · straight line
309.8 miles estimated 498.5 km · driving distance
6h 14min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
265° W bearing direction

How far is Troy, Michigan from Vernon Hills?

The distance from Troy, Michigan to Vernon Hills is 247.8 miles (398.8 km) as the crow flies. Vernon Hills is located W of Troy, Michigan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 309.8 miles, taking about 6h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Troy, Michigan 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 Troy, Michigan 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 Troy, Michigan 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–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 55min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Troy, Michigan & Vernon Hills

Quick Facts

Troy, Michigan
42.61°N, 83.15°W
America/Detroit
228m 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 100.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients