How far is Des Plaines, IL from Heyworth, IL?
The driving distance from Des Plaines, IL to Heyworth, IL is about 152.2 miles (244.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.7 miles (211.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 57m 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 02h 58m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Des Plaines and Heyworth.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Plaines and Heyworth.
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Start on Henry Avenue
557 ft · 25 sec · Henry Avenue
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Turn right onto South Des Plaines River Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · South Des Plaines River Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 294 South: Indiana
2265 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
11.5 mi · 15 min · Tri-State Tollway
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Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
4.8 mi · 6 min · Tri-State Tollway
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Keep slight right to continue on Tri-State Tollway
1.2 mi · 1 min · Tri-State Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55: Chicago, St. Louis
1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
2295 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left onto Adlai Stevenson Expressway
119.4 mi · 2 hr 13 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 51 South, US 51 Business North: Decatur, Bloomington
1616 ft · 40 sec
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Continue on North 1450 East Road
8.1 mi · 10 min · North 1450 East Road
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Take the exit slight right toward US 136: Heyworth, McLean
1908 ft · 59 sec
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Turn left onto East 200 North Road
834 ft · 16 sec · East 200 North Road
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Continue on West Cleveland Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West Cleveland Street
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Turn left onto Emery Street
153 m · 22 sec · Emery Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Emery Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Plaines and Heyworth.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge slight left onto Adlai Stevenson Expressway
119 mi · 02h 13m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Des Plaines and Showers And Thunderstorms near Heyworth.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Plaines to Heyworth?
The road trip is about 152.2 miles (244.9 km) and usually takes 02h 58m 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?
Dwight is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.1 miles from Des Plaines and 76.1 miles from Heyworth.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.7 miles (211.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 12:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.25 one way or $40.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Des Plaines and Showers And Thunderstorms near Heyworth.
Stop Ideas Near Dwight
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 Dwight.
Dwight station
Pontiac station
Kankakee
Gilman
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Plaines and Heyworth. Straight-line distance: 131.67 mi (211.9 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 Heyworth
Village in McLean County, Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 2,869 |
| Coordinates | 40.3133700, -88.9736900 |
| Altitude | 230 |
| Country | United States |
End: Heyworth (-88.97369, 40.31337)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 245 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $20.25 | $40.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.84 | $45.68 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.99 | $49.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.48 | $56.96 |
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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