How far is Elk Grove, IL from Geneva, IL?
The driving distance from Elk Grove, IL to Geneva, IL is about 26.9 miles (43.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.5 miles (33 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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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 Elk Grove and Geneva.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elk Grove and Geneva.
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Start on South Elmhurst Road
1.5 km · 2 min · South Elmhurst Road
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Turn right onto Devon Avenue
4.7 mi · 9 min · Devon Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Rohlwing Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · North Rohlwing Road
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Turn right
60 m · 7 sec
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Turn straight onto Lake Street
1007 ft · 24 sec · Lake Street
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Turn left onto I 355 Toll South: Joliet
1607 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
2.7 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 64: North Avenue
1535 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto North Avenue
3.3 mi · 6 min · North Avenue
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Turn left onto South Schmale Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Schmale Road
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Turn right onto West Geneva Road
4.2 mi · 8 min · West Geneva Road
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Continue on East Washington Street
2.5 mi · 5 min · East Washington Street
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Turn right onto West Roosevelt Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Roosevelt Road
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Continue on East State Street
2.2 mi · 5 min · East State Street
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Turn left
6 m · 1 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 Elk Grove and Geneva.
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.
Devon Avenue
Turn right onto Devon Avenue
4.71 mi · 00h 09m
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 Elk Grove and Showers And Thunderstorms near Geneva.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elk Grove to Geneva?
The road trip is about 26.9 miles (43.3 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?
Glendale Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Elk Grove and 13.5 miles from Geneva.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.5 miles (33 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.4 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 4:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.43 one way or $8.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Elk Grove and Showers And Thunderstorms near Geneva.
Stop Ideas Near Glendale Heights
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 Glendale Heights.
Naperville
La Grange Road
Summit
Glenview station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elk Grove and Geneva. Straight-line distance: 20.5 mi (32.99 km).
#1 Elk Grove
Township in Cook County, Illinois
| Population | 31,831 |
| Coordinates | 42.0072500, -87.9403400 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Geneva
County seat of Kane County, Illinois
| Population | 21,674 |
| Coordinates | 41.8875300, -88.3053500 |
| Altitude | 217 |
| Country | United States |
End: Geneva (-88.30535, 41.88753)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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 23m |
| 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 | $4.67 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $5.03 | $10.05 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $5.55 | $11.09 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $6.24 | $12.48 |
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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