Origin
Schaumburg, IL
Evening in Schaumburg on Sunday
Local time
5:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Schaumburg, IL to Glendale Heights, IL
Drive Time
21m
Distance
9.4 mi
15 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 20m
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6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Schaumburg, IL
Wolfgang Weiser
Glendale Heights, IL
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
The drive from Schaumburg, IL to Glendale Heights, IL covers 9.4 miles and takes about 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Roselle Road, Glen Ellyn Road, South Bloomingdale Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.1 miles on South Roselle Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.43 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
4.7 miles from Schaumburg, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 21m drive with frequent turns across 9.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
South Roselle Road is the longest continuous segment at about 4.1 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 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Thacker Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.4 miles you will encounter 6 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 0.1 miles (West Thacker Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Roselle Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (East Army Trail Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Thacker Street
Turn right onto West Thacker Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Roselle Road
Turn right onto North Roselle Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
7 mi into trip
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~15m in
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East Army Trail Road
Turn left onto East Army Trail Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
7.8 mi into trip
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~17m in
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Glen Ellyn Road
Turn right onto Glen Ellyn Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
9.4 mi into trip
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~21m in
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Highland Avenue
Turn right onto Highland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Roselle Road | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| Glen Ellyn Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| South Bloomingdale Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Army Trail Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Bloomingdale Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Roselle Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Winthrop Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Thacker Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Roselle Road
— 4.1 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schaumburg, IL and Glendale Heights, IL.
1
Start on North Pleasant Drive
426 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Pleasant Drive
2
Turn right onto West Thacker Street
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Thacker Street
3
Turn right onto North Roselle Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Roselle Road
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on South Roselle Road
4.1 mi
·
8 min
·
South Roselle Road
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on North Bloomingdale Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bloomingdale Road
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on South Bloomingdale Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Bloomingdale Road
Use the left / none lanes.
7
Turn left onto East Army Trail Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Army Trail Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto Glen Ellyn Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Glen Ellyn Road
Use the none lane.
9
Turn right onto Winthrop Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
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
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 4.7 miles from Schaumburg, IL, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.1 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 9.4 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.7 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 17m
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 Schaumburg, 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 Schaumburg, IL
This is one driving day of about 9.4 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Schaumburg, 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 South Roselle Road for about 4.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.7 mi from Schaumburg, IL · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.7 miles from Schaumburg, 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
$1.43 one way
$2.86 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.57 | $3.15 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.77 | $3.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.09 | $4.18 |
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: 3.3 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 | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.82 | $0.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
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
5:36 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
8 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
21m 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 Schaumburg, IL to Glendale Heights, IL covers 9.4 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Roselle Road, Glen Ellyn Road, South Bloomingdale Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.7 miles from Schaumburg, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.43 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 9.4 miles you will encounter 6 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 0.1 miles (West Thacker Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (North Roselle Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (East Army Trail Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Schaumburg, IL to Glendale Heights, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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