Diamond, IL Road Trips
With 2 routes heading out and 5 heading in, Diamond, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 91-mile quick runs to 289-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Diamond, IL spread mainly north and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
7
Longest Drive
288.8 mi
Bremen, IL
Quickest Drive
30m
Joliet, IL
Plan Around Diamond, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Diamond, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Diamond, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Diamond, IL
Driving from Diamond, IL
On average, trips departing from Diamond, IL run 190 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 46m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 289 miles (5h 37m), while the shortest is just 91 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Diamond, IL most often head toward Bremen, IL (288.8 mi, 5h 37m) and Waukegan, IL (90.9 mi, 1h 55m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IL currently averages around $4.29 per gallon. For the typical 190-mile trip from Diamond, IL, budget about $32 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving Diamond, IL and 5 routes heading into Diamond, IL, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 91 to 289 miles.
The longest mapped route from Diamond, IL covers 289 miles and takes approximately 5h 37m. Shorter options start at just 91 miles.
The average route from Diamond, IL runs about 190 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 46m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.29/gallon for regular), the average 190-mile trip from Diamond, IL costs roughly $32 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Diamond, IL include Bremen, IL and Waukegan, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Diamond, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
2,900
Median Income
$60,000
Median Home Value
$211,500
Median Age
36.2
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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