Origin
Schaumburg, IL
Night in Schaumburg on Wednesday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Schaumburg, IL to Highland Park, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
41m
Distance
25.8 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Schaumburg, IL
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Highland Park, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Schaumburg, IL to Highland Park, IL covers 25.8 miles and takes about 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Thacker Street, North Roselle Road, West Higgins Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.03 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
12.9 miles from Schaumburg, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 41m drive with frequent turns across 25.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Thacker Street 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Schaumburg, IL to Highland Park, IL is easy. At 41m 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 Schaumburg, IL to Highland Park, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Thacker Street | — | — |
| North Roselle Road | — | — |
| West Higgins Road | — | — |
| East Frontage Road | — | — |
| I 290 West | — | — |
| East Palatine Road | — | — |
| Palatine Road | — | — |
| Willow Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Thacker Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schaumburg, IL and Highland Park, IL.
1
Start on North Pleasant Drive
427 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Pleasant Drive
2
Turn right onto West Thacker Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Thacker Street
3
Turn left onto North Roselle Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Roselle Road
4
Turn right onto West Higgins Road
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
West Higgins Road
5
Turn left onto East Frontage Road
502 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Frontage Road
6
Take the ramp slight left toward IL 53 North, I 290 West
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
IL 53 North, I 290 West
7
Merge slight left
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
8
Keep slight left
4.9 mi
·
6 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward East Palatine Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Palatine Road
10
Merge slight left onto Palatine Road
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Palatine Road
11
Continue on Willow Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Willow Road
12
Turn sharp left onto I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
384 ft
·
11 sec
·
I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 294 North: Wisconsin
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 294 North: Wisconsin
14
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
15
Take the exit slight right toward Deerfield Road
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Deerfield Road
16
Turn straight onto Deerfield Road
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Deerfield Road
17
Continue on Central Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
18
Turn right onto Green Bay Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Green Bay Road
19
Arrive at your destination
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 12.9 miles from Schaumburg, IL, or about 20m into the drive.
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 25.8 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.9 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Highland Park, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Schaumburg, IL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Schaumburg, IL
This is one driving day of about 25.8 miles and 41m.
At 25.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.9 mi from Schaumburg, IL · 20m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 25.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.9 miles from Schaumburg, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Highland Park, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Highland Park, 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
$4.03 one way
$8.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.96 | $9.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.70 | $11.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.71 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.26 | $1.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Highland Park, IL
Night in Highland Park on Wednesday
Local time
11:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
41m 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 Highland Park, IL covers 25.8 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Thacker Street, North Roselle Road, West Higgins Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.9 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 $4.03 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 Schaumburg, IL to Highland Park, IL is easy. At 41m 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 Schaumburg, IL to Highland Park, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Schaumburg, IL to Highland Park, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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