Origin
Beecher, IL
Evening in Beecher on Thursday
Local time
5:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beecher, IL to Des Plaines, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
62.8 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 15m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 23m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beecher, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Des Plaines, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Beecher, IL to Des Plaines, IL covers 62.8 miles and takes about 1h 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Calumet Expressway, I 80, I 80 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.82 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 62.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 12m drive with frequent turns across 62.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Calumet Expressway 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Beecher, IL to Des Plaines, IL is easy. At 1h 12m 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 Beecher, IL to Des Plaines, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Calumet Expressway | — | — |
| I 80 | — | — |
| I 80 West | — | — |
| Tri-State Tollway | — | — |
| Touhy Avenue | — | — |
| Touhy Avenue West | — | — |
| East Touhy Avenue | — | — |
| South Des Plaines River Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Calumet Expressway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beecher, IL and Des Plaines, IL.
1
Start on Dixie Highway
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Dixie Highway
2
Continue on Calumet Expressway
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Calumet Expressway
3
Take the exit slight right toward I 80, I 294 North, I 94 East: Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 80, I 294 North, I 94 East: Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana
4
Keep slight left to continue on I 80 West, I 294 North: Iowa, Wisconsin
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 80 West, I 294 North: Iowa, Wisconsin
5
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
6
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
7
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
24 mi
·
29 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
8
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
9
Take the exit slight right toward Touhy Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Touhy Avenue
10
Keep slight left to continue on Touhy Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Touhy Avenue
11
Keep slight left to continue on Touhy Avenue West
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Touhy Avenue West
12
Keep slight right to continue on Touhy Avenue West
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Touhy Avenue West
13
Turn straight onto East Touhy Avenue
325 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Touhy Avenue
14
Turn slight right
338 ft
·
9 sec
15
Turn right onto South Des Plaines River Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Des Plaines River Road
16
Turn left onto Henry Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Henry Avenue
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.4 mi from Beecher, IL · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Beecher, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Des Plaines, IL
The final approach into Des Plaines, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.82 one way
$19.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.78 | $21.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.09 | $24.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.87 | $27.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.79 | $4.02 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Des Plaines, IL
Evening in Des Plaines on Thursday
Local time
5:38 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
1h 12m 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 Beecher, IL to Des Plaines, IL covers 62.8 miles and takes about 1h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Calumet Expressway, I 80, I 80 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.4 miles from Beecher, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.82 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 Beecher, IL to Des Plaines, IL is easy. At 1h 12m 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 Beecher, IL to Des Plaines, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Beecher, IL to Des Plaines, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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