Origin
Brookfield, IL
Late night in Brookfield on Saturday
Local time
2:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brookfield, IL to Palatine, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
25.9 mi
42 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 42m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 46m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brookfield, IL
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Palatine, IL
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Trip Overview
Brookfield, IL to Palatine, IL is 25.9 miles and takes about 39m via I 290, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive within Illinois, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Given its proximity, it's an ideal same-day trip, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, so expect a practical, no-fuss journey. Plan for a quick transit with minimal disruption to your day.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 25.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with about 75% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 290 and IL 53. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the trip, particularly during the longest stretch of 15.4 miles on I 290. Expect smooth sailing on these main arteries, though there will be transitions onto local roads like South 25th Avenue as you approach your destination. The character of the drive is one of efficiency, prioritizing direct travel over scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 290 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 290 and IL 53. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Grand Boulevard.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 25.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Grand Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.8 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.2 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Grand Boulevard
Enter roundabout onto Grand Boulevard
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
5.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 290
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290 toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford,...
6
21.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
IL 53
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
23.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward Kirchoff Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Kirchoff Road
6
25.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
East Palatine Road
Turn left onto East Palatine Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brookfield, IL to Palatine, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
Milwaukee
5.8 mi in
|
~11m
|
via I 290
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 290 | 15.4 mi | 20m |
| IL 53 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| South 25th Avenue | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Eisenhower Expressway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Hicks Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Grand Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Kemman Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Northwest Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 290
— 15.4 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookfield, IL and Palatine, IL.
1
Start on Grant Avenue
101 ft
·
9 sec
·
Grant Avenue
2
Turn left onto Maple Avenue
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Maple Avenue
3
Enter roundabout onto Grand Boulevard
232 ft
·
7 sec
·
Grand Boulevard
4
Continue on Grand Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Boulevard
5
Turn right onto Kemman Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Kemman Avenue
6
Continue on South 25th Avenue
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
South 25th Avenue
7
Turn left onto Congress Street
364 ft
·
10 sec
·
Congress Street
8
Continue on Harrison Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Harrison Street
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 290 West
10
Merge onto I 290; IL 110
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Eisenhower Expressway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290
15 mi
·
20 min
·
I 290
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward Kirchoff Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto Kirchoff Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Kirchoff Road
15
Turn right onto West Frontage Road
400 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Frontage Road
16
Continue on Hicks Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Hicks Road
17
Turn left onto US 14
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
East Northwest Highway
18
Turn left onto East Palatine Road
73 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Palatine Road
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
East Palatine Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.05 one way
$8.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.45 | $8.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.98 | $9.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Palatine, IL
Late night in Palatine on Saturday
Local time
2:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
39m 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 Brookfield, IL to Palatine, IL covers 25.9 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 290, IL 53, South 25th Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13 miles from Brookfield, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.05 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 is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 25.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Grand Boulevard): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.8 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.2 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Brookfield, IL to Palatine, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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