How far is Amboy, IL from Chicago, IL?

Fastest route

The route from Amboy, Illinois, USA to Chicago, Illinois, USA is approximately 106 miles and takes about 1 hour and 57 minutes via I-88 E. This route has tolls.

Directions

To get to Chicago from Amboy, follow these directions:

1. Head west on E Main St toward S Mason Ave.
2. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto US-52 W/S Mason Ave.
3. Continue to follow US-52 W. Pass by Casey's (on the right).
4. Take a slight right toward US-30 E, then a slight right onto US-30 E.
5. Turn right to merge onto I-88 E toward Chicago. This is a toll road.
6. Continue on I-88 E and then take I-290 E and IL-110 E.
7. Take the Franklin St exit from IL-110 E. This is a toll road.
8. Merge onto S Franklin St in Chicago.
9. Take W Jackson Blvd to S Federal St.
10. Turn right onto W Jackson Blvd and pass by Starbucks on the right.
11. Finally, turn right onto S Federal St.

Tips & Suggestions

• 🚗 Make sure to have enough cash or a transponder for the tolls along the route.
• ⏱️ Plan your trip accordingly, considering the estimated travel time.
• 🚧 Be aware of any ongoing road construction or traffic conditions that might affect your journey.
• 📍 Use a GPS or navigation app to assist you in following the route accurately.
• 🛣️ Stay on the designated highways and follow the signs for your destination.
• 📱 Consider checking real-time traffic updates to adjust your route if necessary.
• 🅿️ Look for available parking options in Chicago, as it can be challenging to find parking in some areas.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Amboy and Chicago is 86.99 miles (140 km).

Flight distance from Amboy, IL to Chicago, IL is 86.99 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from Amboy to Chicago with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Amboy, Illinois to Chicago, Illinois is: 95.54 miles (153.75 km) by car.

Driving from Amboy to Chicago will take approximately 01 hours 56 minutes.

#1 Amboy

City in Lee County, Illinois, United States

Population	2841
GPS Coordinates	41°42'51"N 89°19'43"W
Latitude	41.7142000
Longitude	-89.3287100
Altitude	227
Country	United States

#2 Chicago

The third most populous city in the United States and the center of the Chicago metropolitan area. It is located on the shores of Lake Michigan, in northeastern Illinois. Chicago is a major center for finance, commerce, and industry.

Population	2677643
GPS Coordinates	41°51'0"N 87°39'0"W
Latitude	41.850033
Longitude	-87.6500523
Altitude	179
Country	United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Amboy and Chicago

The distance between Amboy and Chicago is 154 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 42 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Amboy and Chicago. The current time is 05:39:26.

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 12.76 liters (3.37 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Amboy and Chicago.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Amboy to Chicago is $12.16 (diesel $14.5).

Illinois gas prices.

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 24, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Amboy and Chicago (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.