Origin
Elmhurst, IL
Evening in Elmhurst on Sunday
Local time
7:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elmhurst, IL to Glendale Heights, IL
Drive Time
17m
Distance
7.9 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
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6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elmhurst, IL
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Glendale Heights, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute between Elmhurst and Glendale Heights, this 7.9-mile trip is a straightforward local drive. Expect to spend about 17 minutes behind the wheel, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey that requires no overnight stops. With a fuel budget of just $1, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. You will stay entirely within the Midwest, moving across local lanes rather than hitting the open highway. This trip is best viewed as a practical connection between two Illinois communities rather than a destination-heavy excursion. Because the distance is so short, you have total flexibility in your scheduling.
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
3.9 miles from Elmhurst, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged throughout the entire 17-minute duration. You will spend your time navigating local surface streets, as this route features 0% highway share. Your journey relies heavily on West North Avenue and North Avenue, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being a 4.9-mile run on West North Avenue. Once you transition onto Glen Ellyn Road, the pace remains consistent with typical suburban transit. This is not a high-speed interstate cruise; instead, anticipate a steady flow of stop-and-go traffic typical of navigating through local Illinois municipalities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West North Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 4.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 17m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North York Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Park Avenue
Turn left onto West Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North York Street
Turn left onto North York Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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IL 64 / West North Avenue
Turn left onto IL 64 / West North Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
7.9 mi into trip
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~17m in
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Highland Avenue
Turn right onto Highland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West North Avenue | 4.9 mi | 9m |
| North Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Glen Ellyn Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North York Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Winthrop Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Park Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Highland Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West North Avenue
— 4.9 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmhurst, IL and Glendale Heights, IL.
1
Start on this road
267 ft
·
25 sec
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this road
2
Turn left
51 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn left onto West Park Avenue
362 ft
·
17 sec
·
West Park Avenue
4
Turn left onto North York Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North York Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto IL 64
4.9 mi
·
9 min
·
West North Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on IL 64
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Avenue
Use the none lane.
7
Turn slight right
413 ft
·
15 sec
Use the right lane.
8
Turn straight onto Glen Ellyn Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Glen Ellyn Road
9
Turn left onto Winthrop Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
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Winthrop Avenue
10
Turn right onto Highland Avenue
83 ft
·
3 sec
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Highland Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Highland Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 7.9-mile trip, you do not need to worry about complex pacing or multi-day itineraries. You can depart at your convenience, though it is always smart to check local traffic patterns on North Avenue before heading out. Because there are no scheduled stops, ensure your vehicle is ready for a continuous drive before you leave Elmhurst. Keep your fuel costs minimal by planning for a quick trip, as the $1 estimate assumes a direct route without unnecessary idling. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to stay alert for turn-heavy transitions when moving from West North Avenue toward Glen Ellyn Road to ensure you stay on the most efficient path.
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 3.9 miles from Elmhurst, IL, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.9 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 7.9 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.9 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glendale Heights, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elmhurst, 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 Elmhurst, IL
This is one driving day of about 7.9 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Elmhurst, 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 West North Avenue for about 4.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.9 mi from Elmhurst, IL · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.9 miles from Elmhurst, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glendale Heights, IL
The final approach into Glendale Heights, 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 Glendale Heights, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.20 one way
$2.40 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.32 | $2.65 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.76 | $3.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.83 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Glendale Heights, IL
Evening in Glendale Heights on Sunday
Local time
7:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
17m 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 Elmhurst, IL to Glendale Heights, IL covers 7.9 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West North Avenue, North Avenue, Glen Ellyn Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.9 miles from Elmhurst, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.20 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 straightforward 17m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North York Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Elmhurst, IL to Glendale Heights, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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