How far is Wheaton, IL from Port Barrington, IL?
The driving distance from Wheaton, IL to Port Barrington, IL is about 31 miles (49.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.5 miles (42.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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 57m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wheaton and Port Barrington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheaton and Port Barrington.
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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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Turn left onto North Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Avenue
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Turn right onto County Farm Road
5.7 mi · 10 min · County Farm Road
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Continue on Barrington Road
10.2 mi · 19 min · Barrington Road
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Continue on South Hough Street
2 mi · 4 min · South Hough Street
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Continue on North Hough Road
5.3 mi · 9 min · North Hough Road
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Turn left onto Roberts Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Roberts Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Roberts Road
20 m · 1 sec · Roberts Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Roberts Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Roberts Road
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Turn left onto Center Street
2745 ft · 2 min · Center Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Center Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wheaton and Port Barrington.
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.
Barrington Road
Continue on Barrington Road
10.2 mi · 00h 19m
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 Rain near Port Barrington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wheaton to Port Barrington?
The road trip is about 31 miles (49.9 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
South Barrington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.5 miles from Wheaton and 15.5 miles from Port Barrington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.5 miles (42.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.08 one way or $10.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Wheaton and Rain near Port Barrington.
Stop Ideas Near South Barrington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wheaton and Port Barrington. Straight-line distance: 26.46 mi (42.58 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 Port Barrington
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 1,481 |
| Coordinates | 42.2425200, -88.2020300 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
End: Port Barrington (-88.20203, 42.24252)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 50 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $5.08 | $10.17 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $6.36 | $12.72 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $7.16 | $14.32 |
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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