How far is Des Plaines, IL from Machesney Park, IL?
The driving distance from Des Plaines, IL to Machesney Park, IL is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 63 miles (101.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 50m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 25m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Des Plaines and Machesney Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Plaines and Machesney Park.
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Start on Henry Avenue
80 m · 17 sec · Henry Avenue
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Turn left onto White Street
650 ft · 31 sec · White Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Algonquin Road
2758 ft · 2 min · East Algonquin Road
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Turn left onto Lee Street
2696 ft · 51 sec · Lee Street
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Turn right onto East Oakton Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · East Oakton Street
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Continue on West Oakton Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Oakton Street
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Turn left onto South Elmhurst Road
1116 ft · 27 sec · South Elmhurst Road
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Take the ramp straight toward I 90 West Toll: Rockford
3013 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
60.2 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward East Riverside Boulevard
2080 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto East Riverside Boulevard
1.6 km · 2 min · East Riverside Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Perryville Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Perryville Road
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Continue on Perryville Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Perryville Road
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Turn left onto Harlem Road
1 mi · 2 min · Harlem Road
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Turn right onto North Alpine Road
2676 ft · 1 min · North Alpine Road
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Turn left onto Roosevelt Road
2753 ft · 1 min · Roosevelt Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Roosevelt Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Plaines and Machesney Park.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Merge slight left onto Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
60.2 mi · 01h 05m
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 Rain Showers near Machesney Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Plaines to Machesney Park?
The road trip is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km) and usually takes 01h 25m 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?
Hampshire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35 miles from Des Plaines and 35.2 miles from Machesney Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 63 miles (101.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 3:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.57 one way or $23.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Des Plaines and Rain Showers near Machesney Park.
Stop Ideas Near Hampshire
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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 Machesney Park. Straight-line distance: 63.01 mi (101.4 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 Machesney Park
Village in the U.
| Population | 22,678 |
| Coordinates | 42.3472400, -89.0390000 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
End: Machesney Park (-89.039, 42.34724)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 113 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $11.57 | $23.14 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $13.12 | $26.25 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $14.48 | $28.95 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $16.30 | $32.59 |
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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