How far is Woodridge, IL from Western Springs, IL?
The driving distance from Woodridge, IL to Western Springs, IL is about 10.9 miles (17.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.8 miles (14.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 44m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 22m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodridge and Western Springs.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodridge and Western Springs.
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Start on Woodridge Drive
1296 ft · 46 sec · Woodridge Drive
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Turn right onto 75th Street
4.3 mi · 8 min · 75th Street
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Turn slight left
560 ft · 27 sec
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Turn slight left onto Plainfield Road
4.1 mi · 8 min · Plainfield Road
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Turn left onto Wolf Road
2.1 mi · 5 min · Wolf Road
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Turn left onto Hillgrove Avenue
116 m · 12 sec · Hillgrove Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Walnut Street
54 m · 8 sec · Walnut Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Walnut Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodridge and Western Springs.
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.
75th Street
Turn right onto 75th Street
4.29 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Woodridge and Showers And Thunderstorms near Western Springs.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodridge to Western Springs?
The road trip is about 10.9 miles (17.6 km) and usually takes 00h 22m 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?
Darien is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.5 miles from Woodridge and 5.5 miles from Western Springs.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.8 miles (14.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.1 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 7:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.82 one way or $3.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Woodridge and Showers And Thunderstorms near Western Springs.
Stop Ideas Near Darien
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 Darien.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodridge and Western Springs. Straight-line distance: 8.85 mi (14.24 km).
#1 Woodridge
Suburb of Chicago in Illinois, USA
| Population | 33,329 |
| Coordinates | 41.7469700, -88.0503400 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Western Springs
Village in Illinois
| Population | 13,274 |
| Coordinates | 41.8097500, -87.9006200 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
End: Western Springs (-87.90062, 41.80975)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 18 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.67 | $1.82 | $3.64 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $2.06 | $4.13 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $2.28 | $4.55 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $2.56 | $5.13 |
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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