Origin
Arlington Heights, IL
Afternoon in Arlington Heights on Monday
Local time
12:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington Heights, IL to Park City, IL
Drive Time
38m
Distance
27.4 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
25 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington Heights, IL
Dominik Gryzbon
Park City, IL
Willian Justen de Vasconcellos
Trip Overview
The drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Park City, IL covers 27.4 miles and takes about 38m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Tri-State Tollway, Palatine Road, Belvidere Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.3 miles on Tri-State Tollway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.16 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
13.7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 38m drive with frequent turns across 27.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tri-State Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Arlington Heights Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 27.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Arlington Heights Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.4 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Arlington Heights Road
Turn left onto North Arlington Heights Road
Navigation decision point
8
7.4 mi into trip
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~13m in
Turn sharp left toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
5
7.4 mi into trip
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~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 294 North: Wisconsin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 294 North: Wisconsin
5
7.8 mi into trip
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~14m in
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I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Merge onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
25.1 mi into trip
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~34m in
Take the exit toward IL 120 East: Belvidere Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11A
Toward IL 120 East: Belvidere Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tri-State Tollway | 17.3 mi | 20m |
| Palatine Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Belvidere Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| North Arlington Heights Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Willow Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Frontage Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Knight Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Euclid Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Tri-State Tollway
— 17.3 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington Heights, IL and Park City, IL.
1
Start on East Euclid Avenue
48 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Euclid Avenue
2
Turn left onto North Arlington Heights Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Arlington Heights Road
3
Turn right onto Palatine Road
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Palatine Road
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on Willow Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Willow Road
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn sharp left
383 ft
·
11 sec
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Use the left lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 294 North: Wisconsin
7
Merge onto I 294
17 mi
·
20 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 11A
Toward IL 120 East: Belvidere Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto IL 120
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Belvidere Road
10
Turn right onto Knight Avenue
99 ft
·
5 sec
·
Knight Avenue
11
Turn right onto Frontage Road
423 ft
·
18 sec
·
Frontage Road
12
Arrive at destination
Frontage Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 13.7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 27.4 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.7 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Park City, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arlington Heights, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arlington Heights, IL
This is one driving day of about 27.4 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arlington Heights, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Tri-State Tollway for about 17.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.7 mi from Arlington Heights, IL · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Park City, IL
The final approach into Park City, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Park City, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.16 one way
$8.32 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.59 | $9.18 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.17 | $10.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.09 | $12.17 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.04
Tri-state Tollway
(17.3 mi)
$1.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
25 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Rolling Meadows, IL
Tesla
22 DCFC
Abt Electronics - Tesla Supercharger
Glenview, IL
Tesla
10 DCFC
RPT Realty Deer Grove Centre (Palatine, IL)
Palatine, IL
Electrify America
8 DCFC
Willow Festival - Tesla Supercharger
Northbrook, IL
Tesla
8 DCFC
Meacham DCFC’s -HCS
Schaumburg, IL
Blink Network
6 DCFC
Golf Mill Ford
Niles, IL
EVXY
6 DCFC
Colony Square
Mt Prospect, IL
eVgo Network
4 DCFC
Kohl's - Tesla Supercharger (BA Solutions)
Mt Prospect, IL
Tesla
4 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 4
Tesla: 4
Electrify America: 3
Non-Networked: 3
Blink Network: 3
eVgo Network: 3
EVXY: 2
POWERPUMP: 1
EV Connect: 1
NOODOE: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.40 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.75 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Park City, IL
Afternoon in Park City on Monday
Local time
12:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
27 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
38m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Park City, IL covers 27.4 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tri-State Tollway, Palatine Road, Belvidere Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.16 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 27.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Arlington Heights Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.4 miles: Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Arlington Heights, IL to Park City, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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