How far is Elmhurst, IL from Mokena, IL?
The driving distance from Elmhurst, IL to Mokena, IL is about 29.6 miles (47.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.9 miles (41.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 50m.
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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 Elmhurst and Mokena.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmhurst and Mokena.
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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 · 14 sec · West Park Avenue
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Turn right onto South York Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · South York Street
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Continue on South York Road
1.3 km · 2 min · South York Road
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Turn right onto Frontage Road
570 ft · 19 sec · Frontage Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 88 West, IL 110: West Aurora
993 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
1.3 mi · 1 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 83 South, I 88
1316 ft · 32 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on IL 83 South: Oak Brook, Hinsdale
1365 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Kingery Highway
7.3 mi · 11 min · Kingery Highway
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Continue on Kingery Highway
2.1 mi · 3 min · Kingery Highway
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Continue on IL 83
1.6 km · 2 min · IL 83
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Continue on Archer Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Archer Avenue
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Turn left onto Bell Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Bell Road
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Turn left onto McCarthy Road
2 mi · 4 min · McCarthy Road
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Turn right onto South Wolf Road
9.7 mi · 17 min · South Wolf Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Wolf Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elmhurst and Mokena.
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.
South Wolf Road
Turn right onto South Wolf Road
9.66 mi · 00h 17m
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 Mokena.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elmhurst to Mokena?
The road trip is about 29.6 miles (47.7 km) and usually takes 00h 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?
Burr Ridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.9 miles from Elmhurst and 14.8 miles from Mokena.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.9 miles (41.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.90 one way or $9.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Elmhurst and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mokena.
Stop Ideas Near Burr Ridge
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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 Mokena. Straight-line distance: 25.93 mi (41.73 km).
#1 Elmhurst
A city in DuPage County, Illinois.
| Population | 46,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.8994700, -87.9403400 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mokena
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 20,050 |
| Coordinates | 41.5261400, -87.8892200 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mokena (-87.88922, 41.52614)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.90 | $9.80 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $5.56 | $11.11 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
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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