How far is Des Plaines, IL from Libertyville, IL?
The driving distance from Des Plaines, IL to Libertyville, IL is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.6 miles (28.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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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 Libertyville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Plaines and Libertyville.
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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
1.7 mi · 3 min · South Milwaukee Avenue
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Turn right onto East Park Avenue
22 m · 8 sec · East Park Avenue
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Turn left
13 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Plaines and Libertyville.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Des Plaines and Mostly Sunny near Libertyville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Plaines to Libertyville?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km) and usually takes 00h 30m 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?
Riverwoods is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9 miles from Des Plaines and 9 miles from Libertyville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.6 miles (28.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.41 one way or $4.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Des Plaines and Mostly Sunny near Libertyville.
Stop Ideas Near Riverwoods
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 Riverwoods.
Glenview station
Chicago Union Station
La Grange Road
Summit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Plaines and Libertyville. Straight-line distance: 17.62 mi (28.36 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 Libertyville
Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 20,155 |
| Coordinates | 42.2830800, -87.9531300 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
End: Libertyville (-87.95313, 42.28308)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.41 | $4.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.39 | $6.79 |
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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