How far is Fox Lake, IL from Park Ridge, IL?
The driving distance from Fox Lake, IL to Park Ridge, IL is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fox Lake and Park Ridge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fox Lake and Park Ridge.
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20 m · 6 sec
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18 m · 9 sec
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4.1 mi · 5 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 1 min
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1576 ft · 26 sec
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575 ft · 7 sec
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1.7 mi · 2 min
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1.1 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
22.8 mi · 35 min
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Turn right onto South Des Plaines River Road
2912 ft · 1 min · South Des Plaines River Road
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Turn left onto Miner Street
647 ft · 20 sec · Miner Street
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Turn right onto Busse Highway
2.6 mi · 5 min · Busse Highway
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Turn right onto North Greenwood Avenue
1781 ft · 56 sec · North Greenwood Avenue
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Turn left
7 m · 2 sec
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0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fox Lake and Park Ridge.
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.
Longest stretch
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22.8 mi · 00h 35m
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 Fox Lake and Rain Showers near Park Ridge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fox Lake to Park Ridge?
The road trip is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Lake Zurich is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.4 miles from Fox Lake and 24.8 miles from Park Ridge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.95 one way or $13.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Fox Lake and Rain Showers near Park Ridge.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Zurich
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 Lake Zurich.
Glenview station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fox Lake and Park Ridge. Straight-line distance: 31.91 mi (51.35 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 Park Ridge
City in Cook County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 36,514 |
| Coordinates | 42.0111400, -87.8406200 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-87.84062, 42.011153)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $6.95 | $13.90 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $7.89 | $15.77 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $8.70 | $17.39 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $9.79 | $19.58 |
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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