Origin
Calumet, IL
Night in Calumet on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Calumet, IL to Des Plaines, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
31.6 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Calumet, IL
Claudia Solano
Des Plaines, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Calumet, IL to Des Plaines, IL covers 31.6 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East 92nd Street, I 90 West, Chicago Skyway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.94 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
15.8 miles from Calumet, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 47m drive with frequent turns across 31.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 92nd Street 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 Calumet, IL to Des Plaines, IL is easy. At 47m 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 Calumet, IL to Des Plaines, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 92nd Street | — | — |
| I 90 West | — | — |
| Chicago Skyway | — | — |
| Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) | — | — |
| Kennedy Expressway | — | — |
| Edens Expressway | — | — |
| US 14 West | — | — |
| North Caldwell Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East 92nd Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Calumet, IL and Des Plaines, IL.
1
Start on South Commercial Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
South Commercial Avenue
2
Turn right onto East 92nd Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
East 92nd Street
3
Take the ramp right toward I 90 West: Chicago Skyway
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 90 West: Chicago Skyway
4
Merge slight left onto Chicago Skyway
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chicago Skyway
5
Turn straight onto Chicago Skyway
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Chicago Skyway
6
Merge slight left onto Chicago Skyway
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Chicago Skyway
7
Keep slight left to continue on Chicago Skyway
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Chicago Skyway
8
Merge slight left onto Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
9
Continue on Kennedy Expressway
8.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Kennedy Expressway
10
Continue on Edens Expressway
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Edens Expressway
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 14 West: Caldwell Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 14 West: Caldwell Avenue
12
Turn slight right onto North Caldwell Avenue
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North Caldwell Avenue
13
Turn left onto West Touhy Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Touhy Avenue
14
Turn slight right onto Busse Highway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Busse Highway
15
Turn slight left onto Oakton Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Oakton Street
16
Turn right onto South Des Plaines River Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Des Plaines River Road
17
Turn left onto Henry Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Henry Avenue
18
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 15.8 miles from Calumet, IL, or about 23m 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 31.6 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.8 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Des Plaines, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Calumet, IL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Calumet, IL
This is one driving day of about 31.6 miles and 47m.
At 31.6 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 15.8 mi from Calumet, IL · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.8 miles from Calumet, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Des Plaines, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Des Plaines, 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
$4.94 one way
$9.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.42 | $10.85 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.08 | $12.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.98 | $13.95 |
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
$5
Tolls
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Night in Des Plaines on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 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
47m 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 Calumet, IL to Des Plaines, IL covers 31.6 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 92nd Street, I 90 West, Chicago Skyway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.8 miles from Calumet, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.94 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 Calumet, IL to Des Plaines, IL is easy. At 47m 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 Calumet, IL to Des Plaines, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Calumet, IL to Des Plaines, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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