How far is Wauconda, IL from Elmhurst, IL?
The driving distance from Wauconda, IL to Elmhurst, IL is about 32.4 miles (52.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.8 miles (43.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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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 Wauconda and Elmhurst.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wauconda and Elmhurst.
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Start on East Liberty Street
21 m · 9 sec · East Liberty Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
1.5 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Old Rand Road
1049 ft · 31 sec · Old Rand Road
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Turn left onto North Rand Road
11.1 mi · 15 min · North Rand Road
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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 right to continue on I 290 East: Chicago
6.6 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward York Road
1504 ft · 46 sec
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Turn left onto North York Street
1.2 km · 2 min · North York Street
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Turn right onto West 2nd Street
102 m · 9 sec · West 2nd Street
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Keep slight left to continue on West 2nd Street
39 m · 9 sec · West 2nd Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Addison Avenue
808 ft · 29 sec · North Addison Avenue
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Turn right onto Cottage Hill Avenue
70 m · 13 sec · Cottage Hill Avenue
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Turn left onto West Park Avenue
622 ft · 26 sec · West Park Avenue
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Turn sharp left
20 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wauconda and Elmhurst.
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.
North Rand Road
Turn left onto North Rand Road
11.1 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Isolated Rain Showers leaving Wauconda and Showers And Thunderstorms near Elmhurst.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wauconda to Elmhurst?
The road trip is about 32.4 miles (52.1 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rolling Meadows is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16 miles from Wauconda and 16.4 miles from Elmhurst.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.8 miles (43.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.32 one way or $10.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Isolated Rain Showers around Wauconda and Showers And Thunderstorms near Elmhurst.
Stop Ideas Near Rolling Meadows
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wauconda and Elmhurst. Straight-line distance: 26.85 mi (43.21 km).
#1 Wauconda
Village in Lake County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 13,432 |
| Coordinates | 42.2589100, -88.1392500 |
| Altitude | 245 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elmhurst
A city in DuPage County, Illinois.
| Population | 46,532 |
| Coordinates | 41.8994700, -87.9403400 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-87.940349, 41.899457)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $6.03 | $12.07 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $6.65 | $13.31 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $7.49 | $14.98 |
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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