How far is Round Lake Beach, IL from Schaumburg, IL?
The driving distance from Round Lake Beach, IL to Schaumburg, IL is about 28.6 miles (46 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Round Lake Beach and Schaumburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Round Lake Beach and Schaumburg.
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Start on the route
43 m · 13 sec
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Turn right onto North Cedar Lake Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Cedar Lake Road
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Turn right onto Nippersink Avenue
696 ft · 19 sec · Nippersink Avenue
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Turn left onto South Cedar Lake Road
1.5 km · 2 min · South Cedar Lake Road
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Turn right onto West Belvidere Road
3.6 mi · 6 min · West Belvidere Road
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Turn left
720 ft · 17 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
7.8 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto Ela Road
3.6 mi · 7 min · Ela Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Northwest Highway
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Northwest Highway
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Turn slight right
585 ft · 21 sec
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Turn straight onto West Baldwin Road
622 ft · 19 sec · West Baldwin Road
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Turn left onto North Roselle Road
6.2 mi · 11 min · North Roselle Road
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Turn right onto West Thacker Street
723 ft · 37 sec · West Thacker Street
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Turn left onto North Pleasant Drive
130 m · 19 sec · North Pleasant Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Pleasant Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Round Lake Beach and Schaumburg.
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.
West Belvidere Road
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7.83 mi · 00h 12m
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 Likely leaving Round Lake Beach and Showers And Thunderstorms near Schaumburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Round Lake Beach to Schaumburg?
The road trip is about 28.6 miles (46 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
North Barrington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.3 miles from Round Lake Beach and 14.3 miles from Schaumburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.81 one way or $7.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Round Lake Beach and Showers And Thunderstorms near Schaumburg.
Stop Ideas Near North Barrington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Round Lake Beach and Schaumburg. Straight-line distance: 23.38 mi (37.62 km).
#1 Round Lake Beach
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 26,919 |
| Coordinates | 42.3716900, -88.0900800 |
| Altitude | 233 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Schaumburg
Large village located in Cook County in Illinois, USA
| Population | 72,049 |
| Coordinates | 42.0333600, -88.0834100 |
| Altitude | 242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Schaumburg (-88.08341, 42.03336)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $3.81 | $7.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.30 | $8.59 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.70 | $9.40 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.36 | $10.71 |
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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