Origin
Shorewood, IL
Late night in Shorewood on Thursday
Local time
3:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shorewood, IL to Palatine, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
47.6 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Shorewood, IL
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Palatine, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Shorewood, IL to Palatine, IL covers 47.6 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Jefferson Street, East Jefferson Street, I 55 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.44 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 47.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m 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 1h 3m drive with frequent turns across 47.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Jefferson 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 Shorewood, IL to Palatine, IL is easy. At 1h 3m 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 Shorewood, IL to Palatine, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Jefferson Street | — | — |
| East Jefferson Street | — | — |
| I 55 North | — | — |
| I 355 | — | — |
| I 355 North | — | — |
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | — | — |
| Kirchoff Road | — | — |
| West Frontage Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Jefferson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shorewood, IL and Palatine, IL.
1
Start on Summer Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Summer Street
2
Turn right onto West Jefferson Street
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Jefferson Street
3
Continue on East Jefferson Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jefferson Street
4
Turn left onto I 55 North: Chicago
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 55 North: Chicago
5
Merge slight left
15 mi
·
18 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 355 North: Northwest Suburbs
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 355 North: Northwest Suburbs
8
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Tollway
19 mi
·
24 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
9
Merge slight left
5.6 mi
·
6 min
10
Keep slight left
2.2 mi
·
2 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward Kirchoff Road
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
Kirchoff Road
12
Turn left onto Kirchoff Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Kirchoff Road
13
Turn right onto West Frontage Road
400 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Frontage Road
14
Continue on Hicks Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Hicks Road
15
Turn left onto East Northwest Highway
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
East Northwest Highway
16
Turn left onto East Palatine Road
72 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Palatine Road
17
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.8 mi from Shorewood, IL · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 23.8 miles from Shorewood, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Palatine, IL
The final approach into Palatine, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.44 one way
$14.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.17 | $16.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.16 | $18.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.51 | $21.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.05 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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 Thursday
Local time
3:52 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
1 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 3m 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 Shorewood, IL to Palatine, IL covers 47.6 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Jefferson Street, East Jefferson Street, I 55 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.8 miles from Shorewood, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.44 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 Shorewood, IL to Palatine, IL is easy. At 1h 3m 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 Shorewood, IL to Palatine, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Shorewood, IL to Palatine, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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