Origin
Arlington Heights, IL
Late night in Arlington Heights on Thursday
Local time
12:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington Heights, IL to Worth, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
36.6 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington Heights, IL
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Worth, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Worth, IL covers 36.6 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Arlington Heights Road, I 90 East, Jane Addams Memorial Tollway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.72 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
18.3 miles from Arlington Heights, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 51m drive with frequent turns across 36.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Arlington Heights Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Worth, IL is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Worth, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Arlington Heights Road | — | — |
| I 90 East | — | — |
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | — | — |
| I 294 | — | — |
| Tri-State Tollway | — | — |
| Mile-Long Bridge | — | — |
| US 12 East | — | — |
| US 12 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Arlington Heights Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington Heights, IL and Worth, IL.
1
Start on East Euclid Avenue
49 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Euclid Avenue
2
Turn right onto North Arlington Heights Road
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
North Arlington Heights Road
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 90 East: Chicago
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 90 East: Chicago
4
Merge slight left onto Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 294 Toll South, I 190 West: Indiana, O'Hare
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 294 Toll South, I 190 West: Indiana, O'Hare
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 294 Toll South: Indiana
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I 294 Toll South: Indiana
7
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
8
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
9
Keep slight right to continue on Tri-State Tollway
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
10
Continue on Mile-Long Bridge
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mile-Long Bridge
11
Continue on Tri-State Tollway
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 12 East, US 20 East: 95th Street, 76th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
US 12 East, US 20 East: 95th Street, 76th Avenue
13
Keep slight right to continue on US 12, US 20 East: 95th Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 12, US 20 East: 95th Street
14
Turn straight onto West 95th Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West 95th Street
15
Turn slight right
0.4 mi
·
1 min
16
Turn straight onto Harlem Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Harlem Avenue
17
Turn left onto West 111th Street
184 ft
·
8 sec
·
West 111th Street
18
Turn right
292 ft
·
24 sec
19
Turn right onto Harlem Avenue
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Harlem Avenue
20
Arrive at your destination
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 18.3 miles from Arlington Heights, IL, or about 25m into the drive.
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 36.6 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.3 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Worth, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Arlington Heights, IL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arlington Heights, IL
This is one driving day of about 36.6 miles and 51m.
At 36.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.3 mi from Arlington Heights, IL · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from Arlington Heights, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Worth, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Worth, IL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.72 one way
$11.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.28 | $12.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.04 | $14.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.12 | $2.34 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Worth, IL
Late night in Worth on Thursday
Local time
12:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Elmhurst, IL
18 mi in
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
20 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
51m 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 Worth, IL covers 36.6 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Arlington Heights Road, I 90 East, Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.3 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 $5.72 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.
The drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Worth, IL is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Worth, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Arlington Heights, IL to Worth, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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