How far is Elmhurst, IL from Mahomet, IL?
The driving distance from Elmhurst, IL to Mahomet, IL is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120.2 miles (193.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 50m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms
Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elmhurst and Mahomet.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmhurst and Mahomet.
-
1
Start on the route
81 m · 25 sec
-
2
Turn left
15 m · 9 sec
-
3
Turn left onto West Park Avenue
110 m · 14 sec · West Park Avenue
-
4
Turn right onto South York Street
1 km · 1 min · South York Street
-
5
Turn left onto East Saint Charles Road
1.4 km · 2 min · East Saint Charles Road
-
6
Take the ramp slight right toward I 290 East
1369 ft · 33 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
1846 ft · 29 sec
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
1648 ft · 40 sec
-
9
Continue on Tri-State Tollway
1937 ft · 47 sec · Tri-State Tollway
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
1 mi · 2 min · Tri-State Tollway
-
11
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
42 m · 2 sec · Tri-State Tollway
-
12
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
4.8 mi · 6 min · Tri-State Tollway
-
13
Keep slight right to continue on Tri-State Tollway
3.5 mi · 4 min · Tri-State Tollway
-
14
Continue on Mile-Long Bridge
1.5 km · 1 min · Mile-Long Bridge
-
15
Continue on Tri-State Tollway
8.5 mi · 11 min · Tri-State Tollway
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th Street
1162 ft · 28 sec
-
17
Keep slight left to continue on IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue
2529 ft · 1 min
-
18
Turn straight onto Cicero Avenue
4.9 mi · 8 min · Cicero Avenue
-
19
Turn left onto 167th Street
855 ft · 26 sec · 167th Street
-
20
Take the ramp slight right toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
3048 ft · 1 min
-
21
Merge slight left
108.6 mi · 1 hr 58 min
-
22
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West: Peoria
2125 ft · 1 min
-
23
Merge slight left
6.6 mi · 7 min
-
24
Take the exit slight right toward IL 47: Gibson City, Mahomet
1702 ft · 43 sec
-
25
Turn left onto County Road 400 East
142 m · 11 sec · County Road 400 East
-
26
Continue on North Lombard Street
1785 ft · 51 sec · North Lombard Street
-
27
Turn right onto East Main Street
1270 ft · 56 sec · East Main Street
-
28
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elmhurst and Mahomet.
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 57 South
Merge slight left
109 mi · 01h 58m
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 Elmhurst and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mahomet.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elmhurst to Mahomet?
The road trip is about 144.6 miles (232.7 km) and usually takes 02h 50m 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?
Chebanse is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.3 miles from Elmhurst and 72.3 miles from Mahomet.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120.2 miles (193.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.4 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 12:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.79 one way or $47.58 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Elmhurst and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mahomet.
Stop Ideas Near Chebanse
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 Chebanse.
Kankakee
Gilman
Dwight station
Joliet Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elmhurst and Mahomet. Straight-line distance: 120.2 mi (193.44 km).
#1 Elmhurst
A city in DuPage County, Illinois.
| Population | 46,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.8994700, -87.9403400 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mahomet
Village in Illinois, United States
| Population | 8,968 |
| Coordinates | 40.1953100, -88.4042200 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mahomet (-88.40422, 40.19531)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.67 | $23.79 | $47.58 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $26.99 | $53.98 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $29.77 | $59.54 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $33.51 | $67.02 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Illinois · Oct 15, 2026