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Trip from Elk Grove, IL to Libertyville, IL

Data updated 3 hours ago

Drive Time

37m

Distance

22.2 mi

36 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 10 min
4 AM
0h 34m ★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Libertyville, IL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Elk Grove, IL to Libertyville, IL covers 22.2 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on North Milwaukee Avenue, North Des Plaines River Road, South Mount Prospect Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.5 miles on North Milwaukee Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.47 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

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

11.1 miles from Elk Grove, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a 37m drive with frequent turns across 22.2 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Milwaukee Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 8.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near South Mount Prospect Road.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (South Mount Prospect Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (IL 58 / East Golf Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.7 miles (US 45 / North Des Plaines River Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
1 mi into trip | ~1m in | South Mount Prospect Road

Turn left onto South Mount Prospect Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
4.6 mi into trip | ~8m in | IL 58 / East Golf Road

Enter roundabout onto IL 58 / East Golf Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6
5.7 mi into trip | ~10m in | US 45 / North Des Plaines River Road

Turn left onto US 45 / North Des Plaines River Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
9.2 mi into trip | ~16m in | US 45; IL 21 / Milwaukee Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto US 45; IL 21 / Milwaukee Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
22.2 mi into trip | ~37m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
North Milwaukee Avenue 8.5 mi 14m
North Des Plaines River Road 3.5 mi 5m
South Mount Prospect Road 2.8 mi 5m
Milwaukee Avenue 2.7 mi 4m
South Milwaukee Avenue 1.7 mi 2m
East Golf Road 1.6 mi 2m
West Touhy Avenue 0.9 mi 1m
North Wolf Road 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: North Milwaukee Avenue — 8.5 mi, about 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Elk Grove, IL and Libertyville, IL.

1

Start on South Elmhurst Road

231 ft · 12 sec · South Elmhurst Road
2

Continue on South Elmhurst Road

390 ft · 12 sec · South Elmhurst Road
3

Turn right onto IL 72

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Touhy Avenue
Use the right lane.
4

Turn left onto South Mount Prospect Road

2.8 mi · 5 min · South Mount Prospect Road
Use the left lane.
5

Turn right onto IL 58

0.5 mi · 51 sec · East Golf Road
6

Continue on IL 58

0.3 mi · 25 sec · North Wolf Road
7

Enter roundabout onto IL 58

75 ft · 1 sec · East Golf Road
8

Continue on IL 58

1.1 mi · 1 min · East Golf Road
Use the left lane.
9

Turn left onto US 45

3.5 mi · 5 min · North Des Plaines River Road
Use the left lane.
10

At end of road, turn left onto US 45; IL 21

2.7 mi · 4 min · Milwaukee Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Continue on US 45; IL 21

8.5 mi · 14 min · North Milwaukee Avenue
Use the left lane.
12

Continue on IL 21

1.7 mi · 2 min · South Milwaukee Avenue
13

Turn right onto IL 176

72 ft · 8 sec · East Park Avenue
14

Turn left

43 ft · 3 sec
15

Arrive at 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 11.1 miles from Elk Grove, IL, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.5 miles.

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 22.2 miles or 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 11.1 miles or 19m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Libertyville, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Elk Grove, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Elk Grove, IL

This is one driving day of about 22.2 miles and 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Elk Grove, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on North Milwaukee Avenue for about 8.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 11.1 mi from Elk Grove, IL · 19m into the drive

city in Cook County, Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Des Plaines, IL

11 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

Waukegan, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Des Plaines, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 11.1 miles from Elk Grove, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Libertyville, IL

The final approach into Libertyville, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Libertyville, IL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Pullman National Historical Park

Pullman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...

27 mi from route ~68 min detour Free near mile 0.8
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.47 one way

$6.94 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $3.81 $7.62
premium $4.89 $4.27 $8.54
diesel $5.61 $4.90 $9.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$3

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$28–$53

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 6.7 0 $2.33 $1.07
Efficient EV 5.6 0 $1.94 $0.89
EV Truck/SUV 8.9 0 $3.11 $1.42

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Elk Grove, IL

Night in Elk Grove on Tuesday

Local time

9:02 PM

CDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Libertyville, IL

Night in Libertyville on Tuesday

Local time

9:02 PM

CDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

4 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

37m 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 Elk Grove, IL to Libertyville, IL covers 22.2 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Milwaukee Avenue, North Des Plaines River Road, South Mount Prospect Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.1 miles from Elk Grove, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.47 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.2 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (South Mount Prospect Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (IL 58 / East Golf Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 5.7 miles (US 45 / North Des Plaines River Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Elk Grove, IL to Libertyville, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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