How far is Elmhurst, IL from Buffalo Grove, IL?
The driving distance from Elmhurst, IL to Buffalo Grove, IL is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 09m 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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A city in Cook County, Illinois.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elmhurst and Buffalo Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmhurst and Buffalo Grove.
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Start on the route
81 m · 25 sec
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Turn left
15 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto West Park Avenue
110 m · 18 sec · West Park Avenue
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Turn left onto North York Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · North York Street
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Take the ramp left
1788 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 14 min
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Keep slight left
6.9 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 53, IL 68: Dundee Road
1797 ft · 44 sec
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Turn right onto West Dundee Road
1.5 km · 2 min · West Dundee Road
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Turn left onto North Arlington Heights Road
1 mi · 2 min · North Arlington Heights Road
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Turn right onto Lake Cook Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Lake Cook Road
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Turn right onto South Buffalo Grove Road
814 ft · 20 sec · South Buffalo Grove Road
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Turn left onto Aptakisic Road
31 m · 5 sec · Aptakisic Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Aptakisic Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elmhurst and Buffalo Grove.
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 York Street
Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 00h 14m
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 Elmhurst and Rain Showers near Buffalo Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elmhurst to Buffalo Grove?
The road trip is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km) and usually takes 00h 34m 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?
Hoffman Estates is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.7 miles from Elmhurst and 11.7 miles from Buffalo Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.5 miles (28.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 7:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.83 one way or $7.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Elmhurst and Rain Showers near Buffalo Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Hoffman Estates
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elmhurst and Buffalo Grove. Straight-line distance: 17.44 mi (28.06 km).
#1 Elmhurst
A city in DuPage County, Illinois.
| Population | 46,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.8994700, -87.9403400 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Buffalo Grove
Village in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 41,496 |
| Coordinates | 42.1514100, -87.9597900 |
| Altitude | 207 |
| Country | United States |
End: Buffalo Grove (-87.95979, 42.15141)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 38 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
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 | $3.83 | $7.65 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $4.34 | $8.68 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $4.79 | $9.57 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $5.39 | $10.78 |
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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