Distance from Chicago to Grand Rapids by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Chicago (IL) to Grand Rapids (MI) is 129 miles or 208 kilometers or 112 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Chicago to Grand Rapids is 180 miles (290 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 51 miles or 82 km.

Flight distance from Chicago, IL to Grand Rapids, MI in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Chicago and Grand Rapids is 129 miles or 208 km.
The nearest airport to Chicago, is Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) and the nearest airport to Grand Rapids, is General Mitchell International Airport (MKE).

What is the average flight time from Chicago to Grand Rapids?

Flight time from Chicago, IL to Grand Rapids, MI is 0 hours 17 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Chicago to Grand Rapids Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Chicago, IL and Grand Rapids, MI
This map shows the distance from Chicago, IL, Usa to Grand Rapids, MI, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Chicago, Illinois to Grand Rapids, Michigan is displayed below.

Driving distance from Chicago, IL to Grand Rapids, MI

The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Grand Rapids, Michigan is 180 miles or 290 km.
The total driving distance from Chicago, IL to Grand Rapids, MI is 180 miles or 290 kilometers. Your trip begins in Chicago, Illinois. It ends in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
The driving distance from Chicago, Illinois to Grand Rapids, Michigan is approximately 180 miles (290 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 3 to 4 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Chicago, IL to Grand Rapids, MI

How long is the drive from Chicago, IL to Grand Rapids, MI?
The total driving time is 3 hours, 25 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Chicago to Grand Rapids take?
Chicago and Grand Rapids are 3 hours 25 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Chicago and Grand Rapids

Time difference between Chicago (IL) and Grand Rapids (MI) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in ChicagoCurrent local time in Grand Rapids
2025-12-19, 19:37:04 CST2025-12-19, 19:37:04 CST
How Far is it Between Chicago Illinois, USA and Grand Rapids Michigan, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Chicago, IL and Grand Rapids, MI in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 180 mi 290 km 156.31 nmi
Straight line distance 129 mi 208 km 112 nmi
Difference 51 mi 82 km 44 nmi

Chicago Details

Chicago is located in Illinois, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 41° 50' 15.2'' Longitude: W 87° 40' 54.6''
Latitude41.83755
Longitude-87.68184
StateIllinois
Nearest airports to Chicago

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Grand Rapids Details

Grand Rapids is located in Michigan, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 42° 57' 48.1'' Longitude: W 85° 40' 5.1''
Latitude42.96336
Longitude-85.66809
StateMichigan
Nearest airports to Grand Rapids

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Chicago, IL and Grand Rapids, MI
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 6 hours 2 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 4 hours 31 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 4 hours 1 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 3 hours 37 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 3 hours 17 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 3 hours 1 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 2 hours 47 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 2 hours 35 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 2 hours 25 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 2 hours 15 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 2 hours 7 minutes