How far is Broadwell, IL from Des Plaines, IL?
The driving distance from Broadwell, IL to Des Plaines, IL is about 179.5 miles (288.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 158.3 miles (254.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 42m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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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 02h 51m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Livingston County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Broadwell and Des Plaines.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Broadwell and Des Plaines.
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Start on Old Route 66
1028 ft · 18 sec · Old Route 66
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Turn straight onto 800th Avenue
688 ft · 21 sec · 800th Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward I 55 North: Bloomington
1914 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
7 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 North: Chicago
29.4 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
120.8 mi · 2 hr 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 294 Tollway North: Wisconsin
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 294 North: Wisconsin
1694 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
4.8 mi · 6 min · Tri-State Tollway
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Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
11.7 mi · 15 min · Tri-State Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward Touhy Avenue
635 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Touhy Avenue
2694 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Touhy Avenue West
688 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Touhy Avenue West
1799 ft · 44 sec
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Turn straight onto East Touhy Avenue
99 m · 7 sec · East Touhy Avenue
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Turn slight right
103 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto South Des Plaines River Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Des Plaines River Road
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Turn left onto Henry Avenue
557 ft · 24 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 Broadwell and Des Plaines.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
121 mi · 02h 14m
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 then Mostly Cloudy leaving Broadwell and Rain Showers Likely near Des Plaines.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Broadwell to Des Plaines?
The road trip is about 179.5 miles (288.9 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Odell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.6 miles from Broadwell and 89.9 miles from Des Plaines.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 158.3 miles (254.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:48 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.62 one way or $59.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy around Broadwell and Rain Showers Likely near Des Plaines.
Stop Ideas Near Odell
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 Odell.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Broadwell and Des Plaines. Straight-line distance: 158.24 mi (254.67 km).
#1 Broadwell
Township in Logan County, Illinois
| Population | 135 |
| Coordinates | 40.0681000, -89.4431600 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| 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: 289 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
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 | $4.68 | $29.62 | $59.24 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $33.49 | $66.97 |
| Premium | $5.85 | $37.03 | $74.06 |
| Diesel | $6.62 | $41.93 | $83.86 |
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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