How far is Lake Catherine, IL from Naperville, IL?
The driving distance from Lake Catherine, IL to Naperville, IL is about 68.9 miles (110.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.9 miles (77.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Widespread Frost then Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Catherine and Naperville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Catherine and Naperville.
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Start on West IL Route 173
1.5 mi · 2 min · West IL Route 173
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Turn straight
74 m · 11 sec
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Turn slight right
10.9 mi · 17 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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Continue straight
575 ft · 7 sec
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Continue straight
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
14.3 mi · 21 min
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Take the ramp right toward IL 53 South
1668 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
7 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
12.8 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 34: Ogden Avenue
2307 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right onto Lisle
47 m · 6 sec
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Turn straight onto East Ogden Avenue
5 mi · 10 min · East Ogden Avenue
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Turn right onto North Washington Street
15 m · 1 sec · North Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Catherine and Naperville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West IL Route 173
Continue straight
14.3 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
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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.
Widespread Frost then Chance Rain Showers leaving Lake Catherine and Mostly Sunny near Naperville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Catherine to Naperville?
The road trip is about 68.9 miles (110.9 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Palatine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.6 miles from Lake Catherine and 38.3 miles from Naperville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.9 miles (77.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 21 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 3:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.16 one way or $18.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Chance Rain Showers around Lake Catherine and Mostly Sunny near Naperville.
Stop Ideas Near Palatine
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 Palatine.
Glenview station
La Grange Road
Naperville
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Catherine and Naperville. Straight-line distance: 47.91 mi (77.1 km).
#1 Lake Catherine
Census-designated place in Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,379 |
| Coordinates | 42.4791900, -88.1334200 |
| Altitude | 228 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Naperville
The second most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 147,986 |
| Coordinates | 41.7858600, -88.1472900 |
| Altitude | 216 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Washington Street (-88.147302, 41.785837)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 111 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 51m |
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 | $3.77 | $9.16 | $18.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.33 | $20.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.31 | $22.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.89 | $25.78 |
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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