Origin
Homer Glen, IL
Late night in Homer Glen on Friday
Local time
12:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Homer Glen, IL to Palatine, IL
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
55m
Distance
41.5 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Homer Glen, IL
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Palatine, IL
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Homer Glen, IL, to Palatine, IL? This drive covers 41.5 miles and is estimated to take about 55 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate Veterans Memorial Tollway and I-290, with a 19% highway share. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $6. Expect a route with a fair number of turns as you transition between major roads and local streets. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, keeping the scenery consistent. This trip is straightforward and won't require an overnight stay.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 41.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is best described as a turn-heavy local drive, despite its highway segments. While 19% of the journey is on the highway, the majority involves navigating surface streets and intersections. The longest stretch without a significant turn or exit is 27 miles on Veterans Memorial Tollway. You'll experience a mix of faster tollway driving followed by more deliberate navigation through suburban areas. Be prepared for frequent adjustments in speed and direction as you make your way toward Palatine.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 27 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 3.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 41.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (I 355 / Veterans Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.8 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 355 Toll North: West Suburbs
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 355 Toll North: West Suburbs
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 355 / Veterans Memorial Tollway
Merge onto I 355 / Veterans Memorial Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
36.8 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
IL 53
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
39 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward Kirchoff Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Kirchoff Road
6
41.4 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
East Palatine Road
Turn left onto East Palatine Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 27 mi | 32m |
| I 290 | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| West 159th Street | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| IL 53 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Hicks Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| East Northwest Highway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Kirchoff Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Frontage Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Tollway
— 27 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Homer Glen, IL and Palatine, IL.
1
Start on IL 7
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
West 159th Street
2
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 355 Toll North: West Suburbs
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto I 355
27 mi
·
32 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 290
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward Kirchoff Road
Use the right lane.
7
Turn left onto Kirchoff Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Kirchoff Road
8
Turn right onto West Frontage Road
400 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Frontage Road
9
Continue on Hicks Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Hicks Road
10
Turn left onto US 14
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
East Northwest Highway
11
Turn left onto East Palatine Road
73 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Palatine Road
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
East Palatine Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.7 mi from Homer Glen, IL · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Homer Glen, 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
$6.49 one way
$12.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.12 | $14.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.99 | $15.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.16 | $18.33 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.89
Veterans Memorial Tollway
(27 mi)
$1.89
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$2
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 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 | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Late night in Palatine on Friday
Local time
12:38 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°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
2 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
55m 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 Homer Glen, IL to Palatine, IL covers 41.5 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Tollway, I 290, West 159th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.7 miles from Homer Glen, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.49 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 short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 41.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (I 355 / Veterans Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.8 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Homer Glen, IL to Palatine, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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