How far is Machesney Park, IL from Crystal Lake, IL?
The driving distance from Machesney Park, IL to Crystal Lake, IL is about 44.3 miles (71.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.7 miles (60.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 02m 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 01m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in McHenry County, Illinois
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Machesney Park and Crystal Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Machesney Park and Crystal Lake.
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Start on Roosevelt Road
2753 ft · 1 min · Roosevelt Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Alpine Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · North Alpine Road
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Turn right onto West Lane Road
4.6 mi · 8 min · West Lane Road
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Continue on State Route 173
5.6 mi · 8 min · State Route 173
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Continue on West Grove Street
12.4 mi · 18 min · West Grove Street
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Turn right onto South Division Street
19.6 mi · 29 min · South Division Street
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Continue straight
3236 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto West Crystal Lake Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · West 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 Machesney Park and Crystal Lake.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Division Street
Turn right onto South Division Street
19.6 mi · 00h 29m
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.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Machesney Park to Crystal Lake?
The road trip is about 44.3 miles (71.3 km) and usually takes 01h 01m 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?
Chemung is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.9 miles from Machesney Park and 21.4 miles from Crystal Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.7 miles (60.6 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 4:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.28 one way or $14.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
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Stop Ideas Near Chemung
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Machesney Park and Crystal Lake. Straight-line distance: 37.66 mi (60.61 km).
#1 Machesney Park
Village in the U.
| Population | 22,678 |
| Coordinates | 42.3472400, -89.0390000 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| 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: 71 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $7.28 | $14.55 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $8.26 | $16.51 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $9.11 | $18.21 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $10.25 | $20.50 |
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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