How far is Elmhurst, IL from Westchester, IL?
The driving distance from Elmhurst, IL to Westchester, IL is about 5.8 miles (9.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 4.5 miles (7.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 24m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 12m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elmhurst and Westchester.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmhurst and Westchester.
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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
1 km · 1 min · South York Street
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Turn left onto East Saint Charles Road
1.4 km · 2 min · East Saint Charles Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 290 East
1369 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12, US 20, US 45: Mannheim Road
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 12 South, US 20 South, US 45 South: Mannheim Road
1591 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto Mannheim Road
1799 ft · 55 sec · Mannheim Road
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Continue on South Mannheim Road
1.4 km · 2 min · South Mannheim Road
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Turn right
21 m · 9 sec
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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 Elmhurst and Westchester.
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.
I 290 East
Merge slight left
1.31 mi · 00h 02m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms near Westchester.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elmhurst to Westchester?
The road trip is about 5.8 miles (9.3 km) and usually takes 00h 12m 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?
Hillside is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.9 miles from Elmhurst and 2.9 miles from Westchester.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 4.5 miles (7.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 8:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.93 one way or $1.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Elmhurst and Showers And Thunderstorms near Westchester.
Stop Ideas Near Hillside
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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 Westchester. Straight-line distance: 4.52 mi (7.27 km).
#1 Elmhurst
A city in DuPage County, Illinois.
| Population | 46,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.8994700, -87.9403400 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Westchester
Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 15,911 |
| Coordinates | 41.8505900, -87.8820000 |
| Altitude | 194 |
| Country | United States |
End: Westchester (-87.882, 41.85059)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 9 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 04m |
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 | $0.93 | $1.87 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $1.06 | $2.12 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $1.17 | $2.33 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $1.31 | $2.63 |
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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