Origin
Burbank, IL
Night in Burbank on Wednesday
Local time
11:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burbank, IL to Palatine, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
51m
Distance
35.7 mi
58 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 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burbank, IL
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Palatine, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Burbank, IL to Palatine, IL covers 35.7 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 South Ridgeland Avenue, West 95th Street, I 294 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.58 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
17.9 miles from Burbank, 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 35.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Ridgeland Avenue 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 Burbank, IL to Palatine, 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 Burbank, IL to Palatine, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Ridgeland Avenue | — | — |
| West 95th Street | — | — |
| I 294 | — | — |
| Tri-State Tollway | — | — |
| I 290 West | — | — |
| Saint Charles Road West | — | — |
| Kirchoff Road | — | — |
| West Frontage Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Ridgeland Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burbank, IL and Palatine, IL.
1
Start on West 87th Street
59 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 87th Street
2
Turn left onto South Ridgeland Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Ridgeland Avenue
3
Turn right onto West 95th Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West 95th Street
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
5
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
12 mi
·
14 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
6
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago
322 ft
·
8 sec
·
I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago
8
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 290 West: Rockford
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 290 West: Rockford
10
Keep slight left to continue on Saint Charles Road West
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Saint Charles Road West
11
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
17 min
12
Keep slight left
2.2 mi
·
2 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward Kirchoff Road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Kirchoff Road
14
Turn left onto Kirchoff Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Kirchoff Road
15
Turn right onto West Frontage Road
400 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Frontage Road
16
Continue on Hicks Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Hicks Road
17
Turn left onto East Northwest Highway
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
East Northwest Highway
18
Turn left onto East Palatine Road
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Palatine Road
19
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 17.9 miles from Burbank, 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 35.7 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.9 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 Palatine, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Burbank, IL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Burbank, IL
This is one driving day of about 35.7 miles and 51m.
At 35.7 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 17.9 mi from Burbank, 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 35.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from Burbank, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Palatine, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Palatine, 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
$5.58 one way
$11.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.87 | $13.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
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: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Night in Palatine on Wednesday
Local time
11:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°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
17 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
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 Burbank, IL to Palatine, IL covers 35.7 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Ridgeland Avenue, West 95th Street, I 294. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.9 miles from Burbank, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.58 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 Burbank, IL to Palatine, 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 Burbank, IL to Palatine, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Burbank, IL to Palatine, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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