How far is Elkland, PA from Gurnee, PA?
The driving distance from Elkland, PA to Gurnee, PA is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.7 miles (26.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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 49m.
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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Borough of Pennsylvania
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elkland and Gurnee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elkland and Gurnee.
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Start on East Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Route 49
5.8 mi · 10 min · Route 49
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Continue on East Main Street
6.4 mi · 12 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto Church Street
2858 ft · 57 sec · Church Street
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Continue on Long Run Road
3.2 mi · 6 min · Long Run Road
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Turn left onto School Street
659 ft · 30 sec · School Street
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Turn right onto Sr4012
2424 ft · 2 min · Sr4012
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Turn right onto Gurnee Road
4.4 mi · 17 min · Gurnee Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gurnee Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elkland and Gurnee.
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 Main Street
Continue on East Main Street
6.44 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Elkland and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gurnee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elkland to Gurnee?
The road trip is about 21.9 miles (35.3 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Westfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.9 miles from Elkland and 11 miles from Gurnee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.7 miles (26.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.15 one way or $6.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Elkland and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gurnee.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elkland and Gurnee. Straight-line distance: 16.65 mi (26.8 km).
#1 Elkland
Borough of Pennsylvania
| Population | 1,724 |
| Coordinates | 41.9861800, -77.3108100 |
| Altitude | 344 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gurnee
Gurnee is a place in Pennsylvania, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.8031300, -77.5213700 |
| Altitude | 656 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gurnee (-77.52137, 41.80313)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 35 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $4.09 | $3.15 | $6.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $3.54 | $7.08 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $3.81 | $7.63 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $4.60 | $9.21 |
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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