How far is Wheaton, IL from Gilberts, IL?
The driving distance from Wheaton, IL to Gilberts, IL is about 26.8 miles (43.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21.3 miles (34.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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 00h 45m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wheaton and Gilberts.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheaton and Gilberts.
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Start on West Wesley Street
1224 ft · 36 sec · West Wesley Street
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Turn right onto North West Street
2647 ft · 1 min · North West Street
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Turn left onto West Harrison Avenue
918 ft · 25 sec · West Harrison Avenue
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Continue on North Gary Avenue
2.2 mi · 5 min · North Gary Avenue
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Continue on North Gary Avenue
4.7 mi · 11 min · North Gary Avenue
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Turn left onto Lake Street
1 mi · 2 min · Lake Street
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Continue on Lake Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Lake Street
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Continue on West Lake Street
5.2 mi · 7 min · West Lake Street
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Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
5.5 mi · 8 min · Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Randall Road
1158 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left onto North Randall Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · North Randall Road
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Turn left onto Big Timber Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Big Timber Road
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Turn right onto Tyrrell Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Tyrrell Road
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Turn left onto East Higgins Road
1.1 km · 1 min · East Higgins Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Higgins Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wheaton and Gilberts.
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.
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
Continue on Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
5.54 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Wheaton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Gilberts.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wheaton to Gilberts?
The road trip is about 26.8 miles (43.2 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Bartlett is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Wheaton and 13.4 miles from Gilberts.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21.3 miles (34.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 4:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.43 one way or $8.86 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Wheaton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Gilberts.
Stop Ideas Near Bartlett
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wheaton and Gilberts. Straight-line distance: 21.33 mi (34.33 km).
#1 Wheaton
The most populous city in DuPage County, Illinois.
| Population | 52,451 |
| Coordinates | 41.8661400, -88.1070100 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gilberts
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 8,071 |
| Coordinates | 42.1033600, -88.3728600 |
| Altitude | 274 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gilberts (-88.37286, 42.10336)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $5.03 | $10.05 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $5.55 | $11.09 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $6.24 | $12.48 |
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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