How far is Des Plaines, IL from Fox River Grove, IL?
The driving distance from Des Plaines, IL to Fox River Grove, IL is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.6 miles (33.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 14m 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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City in Illinois, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Des Plaines and Fox River Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Plaines and Fox River Grove.
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Start on Henry Avenue
557 ft · 31 sec · Henry Avenue
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Turn left onto South Des Plaines River Road
1.6 km · 2 min · South Des Plaines River Road
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Turn left onto Rand Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · Rand Road
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Continue on East Rand Road
13.1 mi · 20 min · East Rand Road
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Turn left onto West Main Street
2018 ft · 53 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on State Route 22
4.9 mi · 8 min · State Route 22
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Northwest Highway
2322 ft · 42 sec · South Northwest Highway
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Turn right onto Lucille Avenue
553 ft · 21 sec · Lucille Avenue
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Turn right onto Glenice Parkway
866 ft · 38 sec · Glenice Parkway
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Turn slight right onto Skyline Drive
531 ft · 23 sec · Skyline Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Skyline Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Plaines and Fox River Grove.
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.
East Rand Road
Continue on East Rand Road
13.1 mi · 00h 20m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Des Plaines and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fox River Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Plaines to Fox River Grove?
The road trip is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km) and usually takes 00h 37m 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?
Kildeer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.2 miles from Des Plaines and 11.2 miles from Fox River Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.6 miles (33.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.02 one way or $6.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Des Plaines and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Fox River Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Kildeer
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Plaines and Fox River Grove. Straight-line distance: 20.54 mi (33.06 km).
#1 Des Plaines
The most populous city in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 58,179 |
| Coordinates | 42.0333600, -87.8834000 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fox River Grove
City in United States of America
| Population | 4,518 |
| Coordinates | 42.2008600, -88.2145300 |
| Altitude | 249 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fox River Grove (-88.21453, 42.20086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $3.02 | $6.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.72 | $7.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.24 | $8.49 |
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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