How far is Fox Lake, IL from Hoffman Estates, IL?
The driving distance from Fox Lake, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL is about 27.1 miles (43.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25 miles (40.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 26m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fox Lake and Hoffman Estates.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fox Lake and Hoffman Estates.
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Start on the route
20 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
18 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
1576 ft · 26 sec
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575 ft · 7 sec
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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1.1 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
7.8 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto Ela Road
3.6 mi · 7 min · Ela Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Northwest Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Northwest Highway
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Turn slight right
585 ft · 21 sec
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Turn straight onto West Baldwin Road
622 ft · 19 sec · West Baldwin Road
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Turn left onto North Roselle Road
5.7 mi · 10 min · North Roselle Road
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Turn left onto Bode Road
5 m · 1 sec · Bode Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bode Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fox Lake and Hoffman Estates.
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.
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7.83 mi · 00h 12m
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 Fox Lake and Rain Showers near Hoffman Estates.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fox Lake to Hoffman Estates?
The road trip is about 27.1 miles (43.6 km) and usually takes 00h 43m 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?
North Barrington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Fox Lake and 13.6 miles from Hoffman Estates.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25 miles (40.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.48 one way or $8.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Fox Lake and Rain Showers near Hoffman Estates.
Stop Ideas Near North Barrington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fox Lake and Hoffman Estates. Straight-line distance: 25.02 mi (40.27 km).
#1 Fox Lake
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 10,411 |
| Coordinates | 42.3966900, -88.1837000 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hoffman Estates
A city in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 50,495 |
| Coordinates | 42.0428100, -88.0798000 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Roselle Road (-88.079856, 42.042816)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $4.48 | $8.96 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $5.08 | $10.16 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $5.60 | $11.21 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $6.31 | $12.62 |
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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