How far is Carpentersville, IL from Palatine, IL?
The driving distance from Carpentersville, IL to Palatine, IL is about 12.9 miles (20.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 43m 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 Carpentersville and Palatine.
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Start on North Kennedy Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Kennedy Drive
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Turn left
4.2 mi · 7 min
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Continue on Algonquin Road
2357 ft · 49 sec · Algonquin Road
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Turn left onto West Palatine Road
7 mi · 12 min · West Palatine Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Palatine Road
Car Route Details
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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.
West Palatine Road
Turn left onto West Palatine Road
7.01 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
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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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Carpentersville to Palatine?
The road trip is about 12.9 miles (20.7 km) and usually takes 00h 21m 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 6.4 miles from Carpentersville and 6.5 miles from Palatine.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.5 miles (18.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.4 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 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.70 one way or $3.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4 kg one way.
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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 Carpentersville and Palatine. Straight-line distance: 11.48 mi (18.48 km).
#1 Carpentersville
Village in Kane County, Illinois
| Population | 36,940 |
| Coordinates | 42.1211400, -88.2578600 |
| Altitude | 271 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Palatine
Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 66,830 |
| Coordinates | 42.1103000, -88.0342400 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
End: Palatine (-88.03424, 42.1103)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
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 | $1.70 | $3.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.91 | $3.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.09 | $4.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $2.39 | $4.77 |
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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