Origin
Long Lake, IL
Morning in Long Lake on Thursday
Local time
11:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Long Lake, IL to Elmhurst, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
58m
Distance
43.2 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Lake, IL
Sean Ewing
Elmhurst, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Long Lake, IL to Elmhurst, IL covers 43.2 miles and takes about 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Augustana Avenue, West Big Hollow Road, IL 53 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.75 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 43.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 58m drive with frequent turns across 43.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Augustana Avenue 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Long Lake, IL to Elmhurst, IL is easy. At 58m 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 Long Lake, IL to Elmhurst, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Augustana Avenue | — | — |
| West Big Hollow Road | — | — |
| IL 53 South | — | — |
| I 290 East | — | — |
| York Road | — | — |
| North York Street | — | — |
| West 2nd Street | — | — |
| North Addison Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Augustana Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Long Lake, IL and Elmhurst, IL.
1
Start on North Rock Island Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
North Rock Island Street
2
Turn left onto North Augustana Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Augustana Avenue
3
Continue on North Augustana Avenue
177 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Augustana Avenue
4
Turn right onto West Big Hollow Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
West Big Hollow Road
5
Turn left
2.0 mi
·
2 min
6
Continue straight
1.1 mi
·
1 min
7
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
8
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
9
Continue straight
1.7 mi
·
1 min
10
Continue straight
1.1 mi
·
1 min
11
Continue straight
14 mi
·
20 min
12
Take the ramp right toward IL 53 South
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
IL 53 South
13
Merge slight left
4.4 mi
·
5 min
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
15
Keep slight right to continue on I 290 East: Chicago
6.6 mi
·
8 min
·
I 290 East: Chicago
16
Take the exit slight right toward York Road
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
York Road
17
Turn left onto North York Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North York Street
18
Turn right onto West 2nd Street
335 ft
·
9 sec
·
West 2nd Street
19
Keep slight left to continue on West 2nd Street
128 ft
·
9 sec
·
West 2nd Street
20
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Addison Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Addison Avenue
21
Turn right onto Cottage Hill Avenue
230 ft
·
13 sec
·
Cottage Hill Avenue
22
Turn left onto West Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Park Avenue
23
Turn sharp left
66 ft
·
5 sec
24
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.6 mi from Long Lake, IL · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Long Lake, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elmhurst, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Elmhurst, 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
$6.75 one way
$13.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.42 | $14.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.31 | $16.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.54 | $2.07 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
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
Elmhurst, IL
Morning in Elmhurst on Thursday
Local time
11:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
58m 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 Long Lake, IL to Elmhurst, IL covers 43.2 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Augustana Avenue, West Big Hollow Road, IL 53 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.6 miles from Long Lake, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.75 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 Long Lake, IL to Elmhurst, IL is easy. At 58m 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 Long Lake, IL to Elmhurst, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Long Lake, IL to Elmhurst, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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