How far is Hinsdale, IL from Crystal Lake, IL?
The driving distance from Hinsdale, IL to Crystal Lake, IL is about 42.7 miles (68.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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 01h 04m.
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City in Cook County, Illinois, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hinsdale and Crystal Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hinsdale and Crystal Lake.
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Start on West Hinsdale Avenue
641 ft · 32 sec · West Hinsdale Avenue
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Turn right onto South Monroe Street
1.3 km · 3 min · South Monroe Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Ogden Avenue
1403 ft · 34 sec · West Ogden Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward IL 83 North: Kingery Highway
2217 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left onto Kingery Highway
7.2 mi · 11 min · Kingery Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 290, US 20, IL 64 East: Chicago, Rockford, Lake Street, Grand Avenue
1074 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 290: Rockford, Chicago
1746 ft · 48 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 290: Rockford, Chicago
1266 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 290 West: Rockford
1353 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
9.8 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight left
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Kirchoff Road
1873 ft · 50 sec
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Turn left onto Kirchoff Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Kirchoff Road
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Turn right onto South Plum Grove Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · South Plum Grove Road
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Turn left onto West Colfax Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · West Colfax Street
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Continue on Sterling Avenue
136 m · 20 sec · Sterling Avenue
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Turn left onto West Northwest Highway
15.2 mi · 24 min · West Northwest Highway
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East Crystal Lake Avenue
8 m · 1 sec · East Crystal Lake Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Crystal Lake Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hinsdale and Crystal Lake.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
West Northwest Highway
Turn left onto West Northwest Highway
15.2 mi · 00h 24m
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 Hinsdale and Rain Showers near Crystal Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hinsdale to Crystal Lake?
The road trip is about 42.7 miles (68.7 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Rolling Meadows is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.4 miles from Hinsdale and 21.3 miles from Crystal Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.1 miles (58.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 4:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.04 one way or $14.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Hinsdale and Rain Showers near Crystal Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Rolling Meadows
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hinsdale and Crystal Lake. Straight-line distance: 36.11 mi (58.12 km).
#1 Hinsdale
Village in Cook and DuPage counties, Illinois, United States; suburb of Chicago, Illinois
| Population | 17,587 |
| Coordinates | 41.8008600, -87.9370100 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Crystal Lake
City located in McHenry County, Illinois, USA
| Population | 39,642 |
| Coordinates | 42.2411300, -88.3162000 |
| Altitude | 279 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Crystal Lake Avenue (-88.316198, 42.241185)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 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 | $7.04 | $14.09 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $7.99 | $15.98 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $8.81 | $17.63 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $9.92 | $19.84 |
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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