How far is Buffalo Grove, IL from Bolingbrook, IL?
The driving distance from Buffalo Grove, IL to Bolingbrook, IL is about 36.7 miles (59 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.8 miles (51.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 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.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buffalo Grove and Bolingbrook.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buffalo Grove and Bolingbrook.
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Start on Aptakisic Road
18 m · 5 sec · Aptakisic Road
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Turn left onto South Buffalo Grove Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · South Buffalo Grove Road
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Turn right onto East Hintz Road
1.2 km · 1 min · East Hintz Road
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Turn left onto North Arlington Heights Road
1.6 km · 2 min · North Arlington Heights Road
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Turn right onto Palatine Road
1.2 mi · 1 min · Palatine Road
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 53 South
1330 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
3.2 mi · 4 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
15.3 mi · 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 63rd Street, Hobson Road
1445 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto 63rd Street
550 ft · 12 sec · 63rd Street
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Continue on Hobson Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Hobson Road
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Turn left
4.4 mi · 8 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Bolingbrook Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buffalo Grove and Bolingbrook.
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 355 South Tollway
Keep slight left to continue on I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
15.3 mi · 00h 19m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Buffalo Grove and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bolingbrook.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buffalo Grove to Bolingbrook?
The road trip is about 36.7 miles (59 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Glendale Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.3 miles from Buffalo Grove and 18.3 miles from Bolingbrook.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.8 miles (51.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 4:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.86 one way or $9.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Buffalo Grove and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bolingbrook.
Stop Ideas Near Glendale Heights
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 Glendale Heights.
Naperville
La Grange Road
Summit
Glenview station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buffalo Grove and Bolingbrook. Straight-line distance: 31.78 mi (51.14 km).
#1 Buffalo Grove
Village in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 41,496 |
| Coordinates | 42.1514100, -87.9597900 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bolingbrook
Town in Illinois
| Population | 74,025 |
| Coordinates | 41.6986400, -88.0684000 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bolingbrook (-88.0684, 41.69864)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.86 | $9.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.49 | $10.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.00 | $12.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.84 | $13.68 |
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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