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Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Vernon Hills travel guide

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You're Going to Love Vernon Hills

With a population of 25,113, Vernon Hills is a must-see destination in Illinois, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Vernon Hills has to offer.

Where to Eat in Vernon Hills

If you’re looking for affordable options, Blufish Sushi Robata - Vernon Hills (700 North Milwaukee Avenue Suite 128) and Uncle Julio's - Vernon Hills (850 Milwaukee Ave, Suite 100) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Wick 'N Ore (1260 S Milwaukee Ave) and Mumbai Tandoor (700 N Milwaukee Ave #130) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Vernon Hills.

When to visit Vernon Hills

Vernon Hills in April
Estimated hotel price
$88
1 night at 3-star hotel
Vernon Hills in April
Estimated hotel price
$88
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Vernon Hills

Plane

Although Vernon Hills doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 29 miles from Vernon Hills. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Lufthansa, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Vernon Hills departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Vernon Hills. The train journey from Vernon Hills to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $29 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Vernon Hills is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 30 miles from Vernon Hills. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Vernon Hills, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Vernon Hills takes 180 miles and will cost you around $74. From Champaign, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 190 miles.

Plane

Although Vernon Hills doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Chicago All airports (CHI), which is located 29 miles from Vernon Hills. Chicago All airports is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Lufthansa, United Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Vernon Hills departs from Tampa and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Vernon Hills. The train journey from Vernon Hills to Milwaukee takes 1h 19m and costs around $21 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from South Bend, expect to pay about $29 for a 1h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Vernon Hills is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 30 miles from Vernon Hills. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Chicago.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Vernon Hills, including Amtrak, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Madison, the bus ride to Vernon Hills takes 180 miles and will cost you around $74. From Champaign, the ticket costs about $30 for a journey of 190 miles.

Airports near Vernon Hills

MKEMilwaukee-Mitchell
MSNMadison Truax Field

Airlines serving Vernon Hills

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,076 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (7,961 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,287 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,317 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (851 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
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Where to stay in Vernon Hills

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Chicago Nw-Vernon Hills and Extended Stay America Suites - Chicago - Vernon Hills - Lake Forest.

Where to stay in popular areas of Vernon Hills

Most booked hotels in Vernon Hills

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Sonesta Simply Suites Chicago Libertyville
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 419 reviews)
$99+
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Lincolnshire Marriott Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 336 reviews)
$161+
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Holiday Inn Express Chicago Nw-Vernon Hills
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 293 reviews)
$102+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chicago-Deerfield/Lincolnshire
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 366 reviews)
$103+
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Hotel Indigo Chicago - Vernon Hills, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 415 reviews)
$107+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Libertyville-Mundelein
4 stars
Excellent (8, 298 reviews)
$122+
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Renting a car in Vernon Hills

Renting a car in Vernon Hills costs $68 per day, on average, or $272 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Vernon Hills (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Vernon Hills is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Vernon Hills costs $68 per day, on average, or $272 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 22% more expensive than at Chicago O'Hare Intl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Vernon Hills (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Vernon Hills is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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