Origin
Arlington Heights, IL
Night in Arlington Heights on Wednesday
Local time
9:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington Heights, IL to Calumet, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
58m
Distance
38.2 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
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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Calumet, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Calumet, IL covers 38.2 miles and takes about 58m 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, East Northwest Highway, State Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.97 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
19.1 miles from Arlington Heights, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 58m drive with frequent turns across 38.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 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 Calumet, IL is easy. At 58m 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 Calumet, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Arlington Heights Road | — | — |
| East Northwest Highway | — | — |
| State Street | — | — |
| East Golf Road | — | — |
| North Milwaukee Avenue | — | — |
| West Touhy Avenue | — | — |
| North Caldwell Avenue | — | — |
| I 94 East | — | — |
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 Calumet, IL.
1
Start on East Euclid Avenue
49 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Euclid Avenue
2
Turn right onto North Arlington Heights Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Arlington Heights Road
3
Turn left onto East Northwest Highway
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
East Northwest Highway
4
Turn left onto State Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
State Street
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Golf Road
161 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Golf Road
6
Exit the roundabout onto East Golf Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East Golf Road
7
Turn right onto North Milwaukee Avenue
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
North Milwaukee Avenue
8
Turn left onto West Touhy Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Touhy Avenue
9
Turn right onto North Caldwell Avenue
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Caldwell Avenue
10
Take the ramp straight toward I 94 East
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 94 East
11
Merge slight left onto Edens Expressway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Edens Expressway
12
Continue on Kennedy Expressway
8.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Kennedy Expressway
13
Continue on Dan Ryan Expressway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway
14
Keep slight left to continue on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 90 East
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 90 East
16
Merge slight right onto Dan Ryan Expressway (Local)
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Dan Ryan Expressway (Local)
17
Keep slight left to continue on Chicago Skyway
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Chicago Skyway
18
Turn straight onto Chicago Skyway
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Chicago Skyway
19
Merge slight left onto Chicago Skyway
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Chicago Skyway
20
Take the exit slight right toward Anthony Avenue, 92nd Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Anthony Avenue, 92nd Street
21
Turn left onto South Anthony Avenue
361 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Anthony Avenue
22
Turn left onto East 92nd Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East 92nd Street
23
Turn left onto South Commercial Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Commercial Avenue
24
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 19.1 miles from Arlington Heights, IL, or about 29m 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 38 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.1 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Calumet, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 38.2 miles and 58m.
At 38.2 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 19.1 mi from Arlington Heights, IL · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.1 miles from Arlington Heights, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Calumet, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Calumet, 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
$5.97 one way
$11.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.56 | $13.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.43 | $16.87 |
Estimated Tolls: $6.15
Chicago Skyway
$6.15
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
$6
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 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 | 11.5 | 0 | $4.01 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.35 | $2.44 |
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
Calumet, IL
Night in Calumet on Wednesday
Local time
9:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
58m 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 Calumet, IL covers 38.2 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Arlington Heights Road, East Northwest Highway, State Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.1 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 $5.97 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 Calumet, IL is easy. At 58m 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 Calumet, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Arlington Heights, IL to Calumet, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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