The length of any bankruptcy case generally varies based on the chapter of the bankruptcy case and the complexity of the case. Typically, most individual Chapter 7 bankruptcies last about 3 to 4 months from the time of filing to the time that discharge is granted. A Chapter 13 bankruptcy case lasts much longer than a Chapter 7 case, and typically extends 3 to 5 years from the time of filing before a discharge is granted.