How far is Des Plaines, IL from Oakwood Hills, IL?
The driving distance from Des Plaines, IL to Oakwood Hills, IL is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.5 miles (37.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m 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 00h 48m.
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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City in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Des Plaines and Oakwood Hills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Plaines and Oakwood Hills.
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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
2.7 mi · 4 min · South Northwest Highway
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Turn right onto Cary Algonquin Road
618 ft · 29 sec · Cary Algonquin Road
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Continue on Silver Lake Road
1.3 mi · 5 min · Silver Lake Road
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Continue on Silver Lake Trail
2422 ft · 2 min · Silver Lake Trail
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Continue on Lake Shore Drive
2072 ft · 2 min · Lake Shore Drive
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Turn right onto Oakhill Road
155 m · 22 sec · Oakhill Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Oakhill Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Plaines and Oakwood Hills.
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 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.
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Des Plaines and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms near Oakwood Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Plaines to Oakwood Hills?
The road trip is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Kildeer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Des Plaines and 13.4 miles from Oakwood Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.5 miles (37.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 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 4:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.58 one way or $7.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms around Des Plaines and Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms near Oakwood Hills.
Stop Ideas Near Kildeer
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 Kildeer.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Plaines and Oakwood Hills. Straight-line distance: 23.57 mi (37.94 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 Oakwood Hills
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 2,011 |
| Coordinates | 42.2464100, -88.2428600 |
| Altitude | 252 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oakwood Hills (-88.24286, 42.24641)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.58 | $7.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.42 | $8.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.04 | $10.08 |
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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