How far is Des Plaines, IL from Grayslake, IL?
The driving distance from Des Plaines, IL to Grayslake, IL is about 25.4 miles (40.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23 miles (37 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m 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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Village in Illinois, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Des Plaines and Grayslake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Plaines and Grayslake.
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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
5 mi · 8 min · South Des Plaines River Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Milwaukee Avenue
2.7 mi · 4 min · Milwaukee Avenue
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Continue on North Milwaukee Avenue
8.5 mi · 14 min · North Milwaukee Avenue
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Continue on South Milwaukee Avenue
3.3 mi · 5 min · South Milwaukee Avenue
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Turn left onto Peterson Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Peterson Road
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Continue on Old Peterson Road
864 ft · 15 sec · Old Peterson Road
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Continue on Antioch Road
2.7 mi · 4 min · Antioch Road
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Continue on Ivanhoe Road
1418 ft · 26 sec · Ivanhoe Road
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Continue on South Barron Boulevard
3091 ft · 1 min · South Barron Boulevard
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Turn left onto Center Street
2328 ft · 1 min · Center Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Center Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Plaines and Grayslake.
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.
North Milwaukee Avenue
Continue on North Milwaukee Avenue
8.53 mi · 00h 14m
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 leaving Des Plaines and Showers And Thunderstorms near Grayslake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Plaines to Grayslake?
The road trip is about 25.4 miles (40.8 km) and usually takes 00h 41m 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?
Lincolnshire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.7 miles from Des Plaines and 12.7 miles from Grayslake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23 miles (37 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 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 7:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.20 one way or $8.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Des Plaines and Showers And Thunderstorms near Grayslake.
Stop Ideas Near Lincolnshire
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 Lincolnshire.
Glenview station
Chicago Union Station
La Grange Road
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Plaines and Grayslake. Straight-line distance: 22.97 mi (36.97 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 Grayslake
Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 20,584 |
| Coordinates | 42.3444700, -88.0417500 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grayslake (-88.04175, 42.34447)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 41 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $4.67 | $4.20 | $8.40 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $4.76 | $9.53 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $5.25 | $10.51 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $5.91 | $11.83 |
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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