Origin
Grand Boulevard, IL
Evening in Grand Boulevard on Tuesday
Local time
7:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grand Boulevard, IL to Crystal Lake, IL
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
55 mi
89 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
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6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grand Boulevard, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Grand Boulevard, IL to Crystal Lake, IL covers 55 miles and takes about 1h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, Kennedy Expressway, Algonquin Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17 miles on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.60 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
27.5 miles from Grand Boulevard, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 25m drive with frequent turns across 55 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 17 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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 East 43rd Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 55 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (East 43rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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East 43rd Street
Turn left onto East 43rd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 90 West, I 94 West
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 West, I 94 West
7
13.4 mi into trip
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~21m in
Take the exit toward Montrose Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 43C
Toward Montrose Avenue
7
38.6 mi into trip
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~56m in
Take the exit toward IL 59
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 59
Toward IL 59
7
42.3 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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IL 62; IL 68 / Dundee Road
Turn sharp left onto IL 62; IL 68 / Dundee Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | 17 mi | 18m |
| Kennedy Expressway | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| Algonquin Road | 7.8 mi | 13m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway (Local) | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| New Sutton Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| West Higgins Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| Pyott Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| West Bryn Mawr Avenue | 1.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
— 17 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Boulevard, IL and Crystal Lake, IL.
1
Start on South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive
331 ft
·
21 sec
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South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive
2
Continue on South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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South Doctor Martin Luther King Junior Drive
3
Turn left onto East 43rd Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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East 43rd Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto South LaSalle Street
70 ft
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1 sec
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South LaSalle Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 90 West, I 94 West
6
Merge onto I 90; I 94
4.3 mi
·
6 min
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Dan Ryan Expressway (Local)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 90; I 94
7.9 mi
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11 min
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Kennedy Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 43C
Toward Montrose Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto West Montrose Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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West Montrose Avenue
10
Turn right onto North Milwaukee Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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North Milwaukee Avenue
11
Turn left onto North Northwest Highway
67 ft
·
1 sec
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North Northwest Highway
12
Continue on North Northwest Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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North Northwest Highway
13
Turn slight left onto West Bryn Mawr Avenue
1.8 mi
·
4 min
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West Bryn Mawr Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on IL 72
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
West Higgins Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 90 Toll West
16
Merge onto I 90
17 mi
·
18 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 59
Toward IL 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto IL 59
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
New Sutton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn sharp left onto IL 62; IL 68
0.3 mi
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27 sec
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Dundee Road
Use the left lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 62
7.8 mi
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13 min
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Algonquin Road
21
Turn right onto V32
3.0 mi
·
5 min
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Pyott Road
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on South Main Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
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South Main Street
23
Turn left onto East Crystal Lake Avenue
25 ft
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0 sec
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East Crystal Lake Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
East Crystal Lake Avenue
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 27.5 miles from Grand Boulevard, IL, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17 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 55 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.5 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crystal Lake, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grand Boulevard, 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 Grand Boulevard, IL
This is one driving day of about 55 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Grand Boulevard, 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 Jane Addams Memorial Tollway for about 17 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.5 mi from Grand Boulevard, IL · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.5 miles from Grand Boulevard, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Crystal Lake, IL
The final approach into Crystal Lake, 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 Crystal Lake, 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
$8.60 one way
$17.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.44 | $18.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.58 | $21.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.14 | $24.29 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.19
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(17 mi)
$1.19
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
$9
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| Efficient EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22 | 0 | $7.70 | $3.52 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Crystal Lake, IL
Evening in Crystal Lake on Tuesday
Local time
7:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°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
9 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
1h 25m 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 Grand Boulevard, IL to Crystal Lake, IL covers 55 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, Kennedy Expressway, Algonquin Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.5 miles from Grand Boulevard, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.60 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 demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 55 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (East 43rd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Grand Boulevard, IL to Crystal Lake, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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