How far is Algonquin, IL from Des Plaines, IL?
The driving distance from Algonquin, IL to Des Plaines, IL is about 26.1 miles (42 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.9 miles (36.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 18m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algonquin and Des Plaines.
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Start on Washington Street
24 m · 10 sec · Washington Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
804 ft · 32 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Algonquin Road
6.8 mi · 11 min · East Algonquin Road
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Turn straight onto Dundee Road
1483 ft · 30 sec · Dundee Road
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Continue on Algonquin Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Algonquin Road
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Turn right onto North Barrington Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · North Barrington Road
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Take the ramp left
2915 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
10.4 mi · 11 min · Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward Elmhurst Road
2200 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Elmhurst Road North
88 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight onto South Elmhurst Road
1889 ft · 42 sec · South Elmhurst Road
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Turn right onto West Oakton Street
645 ft · 13 sec · West Oakton Street
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Continue on West Oakton Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West Oakton Street
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Continue on East Oakton Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Oakton Street
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Turn left onto Lee Street
2735 ft · 59 sec · Lee Street
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Turn right onto East Algonquin Road
2758 ft · 2 min · East Algonquin Road
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Turn left onto White Street
650 ft · 30 sec · White Street
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Turn right onto Henry Avenue
80 m · 12 sec · Henry Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Henry Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Algonquin and Des Plaines.
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.
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Merge slight left onto Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
10.4 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Algonquin and Mostly Sunny near Des Plaines.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Algonquin to Des Plaines?
The road trip is about 26.1 miles (42 km) and usually takes 00h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
South Barrington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Algonquin and 12.6 miles from Des Plaines.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.9 miles (36.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.47 one way or $6.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Algonquin and Mostly Sunny near Des Plaines.
Stop Ideas Near South Barrington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Algonquin and Des Plaines. Straight-line distance: 22.96 mi (36.95 km).
#1 Algonquin
Village in Illinois
| Population | 30,730 |
| Coordinates | 42.1655800, -88.2942500 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Des Plaines
The most populous city in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 58,179 |
| Coordinates | 42.0333600, -87.8834000 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: Henry Avenue (-87.883408, 42.033456)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.77 | $3.47 | $6.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.91 | $7.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.28 | $8.56 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.88 | $9.76 |
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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