Buffalo Grove

Illinois

1
Destinations

Buffalo Grove is located in Illinois, approximately 25 miles from Chicago. The most popular drive from Buffalo Grove is to Chicago. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Buffalo Grove

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Chicago
16 miles
34 min

Nearby Cities

Mount Prospect (6 mi)Highland Park (8 mi)Des Plaines (9 mi)

Routes to Buffalo Grove

Chicago → Buffalo Grove

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Buffalo Grove from Chicago?
Buffalo Grove is approximately 16 miles from Chicago, taking around 34 min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Buffalo Grove?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Chicago, Buffalo Grove.
How many routes from Buffalo Grove?
Buffalo Grove has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Buffalo Grove from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Buffalo Grove to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Chicago, roughly 30 miles away by road.

Chicago~30 mi · 30 min
Milwaukee~75 mi · 1h 15m
Indianapolis~230 mi · 4h
Detroit~300 mi · 5h 15m
St Louis~325 mi · 5h 30m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Buffalo Grove

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Buffalo Grove by road:

Chicago O'Hare (ORD)~15 mi · 15 min
Milwaukee (MKE)~65 mi · 1h

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Buffalo Grove: What to Know

Located in Illinois in the Midwest, Buffalo Grove is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-80, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Plan Your Drive from Buffalo Grove

Buffalo Grove serves as a great base for exploring by car, with 1 route available on this page. Whether you need a quick commute estimate or want to map out a weekend road trip, you will find driving times and costs for every destination below. Each route includes up-to-date data on distance, fuel estimates at current prices, toll costs where applicable, and recommendations for the best departure times. Tap any card to see the full route details and start planning your drive.