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Distance from Winnetka to Evanston

Driving Distance
5.1 mi 8.2 km
Flying Distance
4.3 mi 7.0 km

Route Information

The driving distance from Winnetka, Illinois to Evanston, Illinois is 5.1 mi (8.2 km)

The straight-line (air) distance is 4.3 mi (7.0 km)

The estimated flight time is 0 hr 1 min

The estimated travel time by road is 14 minutes

Traveling local streets, short in a southeast direction. Average speeds around 23 mph.

Location Details

Origin:

Winnetka
Place Winnetka
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 42.108083
Longitude -87.735895
GPS 42.108083° N, 87.735895° W
Local Time 9:23 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Destination:

Evanston
Place Evanston
State/Province Illinois
Country US
Latitude 42.056828
Longitude -87.687217
GPS 42.056828° N, 87.687217° W
Local Time 9:23 PM
Timezone America/Chicago

Journey Summary

Traveling from Winnetka, Illinois to Evanston, Illinois covers 5.1 mi (8.2 km) in a southeast direction. This local streets, short route typically takes 14 minutes under normal conditions.

Drivers have 3 route options between these locations (4.6-5.1 miles / 7-8 km). The primary route shown here saves 2 minutes compared to alternatives.

The route features scenic views along the way. with average speeds around 23 mph (37 km/h).

Available Routes

Sheridan Rd
5.1 mi 14 minutes
Shortest Fastest
Ridge Rd and Green Bay Rd
4.9 mi 15 minutes
Green Bay Rd
4.6 mi 14 minutes

How is the distance calculated?

Driving distances are based on actual road data. We use advanced routing algorithms that consider traffic, tolls, highways, and local streets. For air distances (as the crow flies), we use the Vincenty formula. It's a precise method that accounts for the Earth's shape and provides accuracy up to 0.5 mm.

When multiple route options exist, we display both the shortest and fastest paths. Travel times are estimated based on typical speeds for each road type, though actual times may vary with traffic and weather conditions. All distances are shown in both miles and kilometers for convenience.