How far is Frankfort, IL from Chicago, IL?

Fastest route

Travel from Frankfort, Illinois to Chicago, Illinois, takes approximately 47 minutes covering a distance of 37.2 miles (59.7 kilometers) via I-57 N and I-94 W. Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey:

Directions

  1. πŸš— Get on I-57 N in Matteson from US-30 E.

    • Head west toward E Sauk Trail.
    • Turn right toward E Sauk Trail.
    • Turn right onto E Sauk Trail.
    • Turn left onto S 88th Ave/S Pfeiffer Rd.
    • Use the right lane to merge onto I-57 N via the ramp to Chicago.
  2. πŸ›£οΈ Follow I-57 N and I-94 W to S Franklin St in Chicago. Take the Franklin St exit from IL-110 E.

    • Keep right at the fork to stay on I-94 W.
    • Continue straight onto I-90 W/I-94 W.
    • Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 51H for I-290 W.
    • Keep right at the fork to continue on Exit 51I, follow signs for Ida B Wells Dr and merge onto IL-110 E.
    • Take the Franklin St exit.
    • Keep right, follow signs for Franklin St and merge onto S Franklin St.
  3. 🚦 Take W Jackson Blvd to S Federal St.

    • Turn right onto W Jackson Blvd.
    • Pass by Starbucks (on the right).
    • Turn right onto S Federal St.

Tips & Suggestions

  • πŸ• Allow extra time for potential traffic delays, especially during peak hours.
  • πŸš— Consider using navigation apps to get real-time traffic updates and find the fastest route.
  • 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction along the way, which might affect your route.
  • 🚘 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition for the journey, and have enough fuel for the trip.
  • πŸ“±Keep your phone charged and have an emergency kit handy, including a first-aid kit and essential tools.
  • β˜• Take a short break during your journey to rest and stretch your legs.
  • πŸ—ΊοΈ Familiarize yourself with the route beforehand to avoid confusion and missed turns.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Frankfort and Chicago is 280.87 miles (452.02 km).

Flight distance from Frankfort, IL to Chicago, IL is 280.87 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 37 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 33 minutes to travel from Frankfort to Chicago with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from Frankfort, Illinois to Chicago, Illinois is: 307.58 miles (495.01 km) by car.

Driving from Frankfort to Chicago will take approximately 04 hours 51 minutes.

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#1 Frankfort

County seat city in Franklin County, Kentucky, USA and Kentucky federated state capital city

Population 19411
GPS Coordinates 37Β°54'0"N 88Β°54'8"W
Latitude 37.9000500
Longitude -88.9022900
Altitude 145
Country United States
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#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 41Β°51'0"N 87Β°39'0"W
Latitude 41.850033
Longitude -87.6500523
Altitude 179
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Frankfort and Chicago

The distance between Frankfort and Chicago is 495 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 05 hours 30 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 Frankfort and Chicago. The current time is 00:51:04.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 10 hours 14 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 07 hours 41 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 06 hours 09 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 05 hours 07 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 04 hours 23 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 04 hours 06 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 03 hours 50 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 41.09 liters (10.85 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Frankfort and Chicago.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Frankfort to Chicago is $39.15 (diesel $46.67).

Illinois gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.61 $4.11 $4.55 $4.3
Total $39.15 $44.63 $49.4 $46.67

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 March 29, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

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

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