How far is Palatine, IL from Machesney Park, IL?
The driving distance from Palatine, IL to Machesney Park, IL is about 64.2 miles (103.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 53.9 miles (86.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m 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 17m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Palatine and Machesney Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Palatine and Machesney Park.
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Start on East Palatine Road
2595 ft · 1 min · East Palatine Road
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Turn left onto South Plum Grove Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · South Plum Grove Road
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Continue on South Meacham Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Meacham Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford
2686 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
54 mi · 58 min · Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward East Riverside Boulevard
2080 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto East Riverside Boulevard
1.6 km · 2 min · East Riverside Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Perryville Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Perryville Road
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Continue on Perryville Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Perryville Road
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Turn left onto Harlem Road
1 mi · 2 min · Harlem Road
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Turn right onto North Alpine Road
2676 ft · 1 min · North Alpine Road
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Turn left onto Roosevelt Road
2753 ft · 1 min · Roosevelt Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Roosevelt Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Palatine and Machesney Park.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Merge slight left onto Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
54 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Sunny leaving Palatine and Sunny near Machesney Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Palatine to Machesney Park?
The road trip is about 64.2 miles (103.3 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Coral is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.1 miles from Palatine and 32.2 miles from Machesney Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 53.9 miles (86.8 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 3:54 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.56 one way or $17.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Palatine and Sunny near Machesney Park.
Stop Ideas Near Coral
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 Coral.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Palatine and Machesney Park. Straight-line distance: 53.95 mi (86.82 km).
#1 Palatine
Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 66,830 |
| Coordinates | 42.1103000, -88.0342400 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Machesney Park
Village in the U.
| Population | 22,678 |
| Coordinates | 42.3472400, -89.0390000 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
End: Machesney Park (-89.039, 42.34724)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 103 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 48m |
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 | $8.56 | $17.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.65 | $19.31 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.56 | $21.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.04 | $24.08 |
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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