How far is Alden, IL from Wheaton, IL?
The driving distance from Alden, IL to Wheaton, IL is about 58.8 miles (94.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46 miles (74.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alden and Wheaton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alden and Wheaton.
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Start on Alden Road
3 m · 4 sec · Alden Road
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Turn right
11.2 mi · 16 min
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue straight
12.4 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
1576 ft · 26 sec
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Continue straight
575 ft · 7 sec
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
14.3 mi · 21 min
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Take the ramp right toward IL 53 South
1668 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
7 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
4.6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 64: North Avenue
1535 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto North Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Pennsylvania Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · Pennsylvania Avenue
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Continue on College Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · College Avenue
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Turn left onto North Washington Street
120 m · 13 sec · North Washington Street
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Turn right onto East Wesley Street
1587 ft · 46 sec · East Wesley Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Wesley Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alden and Wheaton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Main Street
Continue straight
14.3 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Alden and Scattered Rain Showers near Wheaton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alden to Wheaton?
The road trip is about 58.8 miles (94.7 km) and usually takes 01h 22m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Wauconda is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.1 miles from Alden and 25.8 miles from Wheaton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46 miles (74.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.70 one way or $19.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Alden and Scattered Rain Showers near Wheaton.
Stop Ideas Near Wauconda
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wauconda.
Glenview station
Naperville
La Grange Road
Sturtevant station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alden and Wheaton. Straight-line distance: 46.04 mi (74.1 km).
#1 Alden
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 1,344 |
| Coordinates | 42.4589100, -88.5178800 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wheaton
The most populous city in DuPage County, Illinois.
| Population | 52,451 |
| Coordinates | 41.8661400, -88.1070100 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Wesley Street (-88.10701, 41.866123)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.67 | $9.70 | $19.41 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $11.01 | $22.01 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $12.14 | $24.28 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $13.67 | $27.34 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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