How far is Des Plaines, IL from Rutland, IL?
The driving distance from Des Plaines, IL to Rutland, IL is about 123.2 miles (198.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.1 miles (151.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 02h 27m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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 Rutland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Plaines and Rutland.
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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
25.9 mi · 32 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Iowa
1.3 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
47.2 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Normal, Bloomington
2489 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
23.6 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 17: Lacon, Wenona
2005 ft · 49 sec
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Turn slight left
37 m · 4 sec
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Turn left onto 700 North Road
2824 ft · 50 sec · 700 North Road
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Turn right onto Illinois Route 251
1254 ft · 25 sec · Illinois Route 251
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Continue on East 6th Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · East 6th Road
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Turn left onto West Broad Street
1536 ft · 44 sec · West Broad Street
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Turn right onto South East Front Street
25 m · 4 sec · South East Front Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South East Front Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Plaines and Rutland.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 80 West
Merge slight left
47.2 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Sunny leaving Des Plaines and Sunny near Rutland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Plaines to Rutland?
The road trip is about 123.2 miles (198.3 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Morris is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61.6 miles from Des Plaines and 61.6 miles from Rutland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.1 miles (151.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.1 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:34 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.55 one way or $39.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Des Plaines and Sunny near Rutland.
Stop Ideas Near Morris
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 Morris.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Plaines and Rutland. Straight-line distance: 94.06 mi (151.37 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 Rutland
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 303 |
| Coordinates | 40.9842000, -89.0417500 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rutland (-89.04175, 40.9842)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 198 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.50 | $19.55 | $39.11 |
| Mid-grade | $5.12 | $22.26 | $44.53 |
| Premium | $5.68 | $24.69 | $49.39 |
| Diesel | $6.52 | $28.37 | $56.73 |
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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