How far is Des Plaines, IL from Stickney, IL?
The driving distance from Des Plaines, IL to Stickney, IL is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.5 miles (25 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 12m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Des Plaines and Stickney.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Plaines and Stickney.
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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
2.8 mi · 5 min · South Des Plaines River Road
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Continue on North River Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · North River Road
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Continue on Des Plaines River Road
4.3 mi · 9 min · Des Plaines River Road
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Turn straight onto North 1st Avenue
4.5 mi · 10 min · North 1st Avenue
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue Cutoff
1274 ft · 32 sec · 1st Avenue Cutoff
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Turn straight onto Cermak Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Cermak Road
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Turn right
67 m · 10 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Harlem Avenue
2 mi · 4 min · South Harlem Avenue
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Turn left onto Pershing Road
1 mi · 2 min · Pershing Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pershing Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Des Plaines and Stickney.
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 1st Avenue
Turn straight onto North 1st Avenue
4.5 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Des Plaines and Rain Showers near Stickney.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Des Plaines to Stickney?
The road trip is about 17.8 miles (28.7 km) and usually takes 00h 36m 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?
River Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.9 miles from Des Plaines and 8.9 miles from Stickney.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.5 miles (25 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.38 one way or $4.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Des Plaines and Rain Showers near Stickney.
Stop Ideas Near River Grove
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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La Grange Road
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Glenview station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Des Plaines and Stickney. Straight-line distance: 15.53 mi (24.99 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 Stickney
Village in United States of America
| Population | 6,491 |
| Coordinates | 41.8214200, -87.7828300 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
End: Stickney (-87.78283, 41.82142)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.38 | $4.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.68 | $5.36 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.93 | $5.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.34 | $6.68 |
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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