Glen Ellyn, IL Road Trips
Drivers starting from Glen Ellyn, IL have 6 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 67 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Glen Ellyn, IL spread mainly west and east, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
300.3 mi
Quincy, IL
Quickest Drive
27m
Bolingbrook, IL
Plan Around Glen Ellyn, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Glen Ellyn, IL
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Trips from Glen Ellyn, IL
Driving from Glen Ellyn, IL
On average, trips departing from Glen Ellyn, IL run 67 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 25m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 300 miles (5h 41m), while the shortest is just 18 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Glen Ellyn, IL most often head toward Quincy, IL (300.3 mi, 5h 41m), Chicago, IL (25.5 mi, 42m), Aurora, IL (20.5 mi, 35m), Cicero, IL (19.7 mi, 33m), and Elgin, IL (18.8 mi, 32m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IL currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 67-mile trip from Glen Ellyn, IL, budget about $10 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 6 mapped routes leaving Glen Ellyn, IL and 2 routes heading into Glen Ellyn, IL, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 18 to 300 miles.
The longest mapped route from Glen Ellyn, IL covers 300 miles and takes approximately 5h 41m. Shorter options start at just 18 miles.
The average route from Glen Ellyn, IL runs about 67 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 25m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 67-mile trip from Glen Ellyn, IL costs roughly $10 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Glen Ellyn, IL include Quincy, IL, Chicago, IL, Aurora, IL and Cicero, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Glen Ellyn, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
28,270
Median Income
$133,346
Median Home Value
$522,600
Median Age
41.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Glen Ellyn, IL at a Glance
Founded
1834
Elevation
741 ft
Area
7 mi²
Sister Cities
Notable People from Glen Ellyn, IL
A sampling of people born in Glen Ellyn, IL.
Jeffery Deaver
1950
American novelist, journalist, lawyer
Katherine Dunham
1909–2006
American dancer, choreographer, songwriter, actress and activist (1909/1912–2006)
Ryan Kelley
1986
American actor
Amy Carlson
1968
American actress
Bill Ayers
1944
professor and activist
Ethan Cepuran
2000
American speed skater
John Shurna
1990
American basketball player
Jennifer Koh
1976
American violinist
Nancy Reno
1965
American beach volleyball player
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Glen Ellyn, IL.
Glen Ellyn Downtown South Historic District
historic district in Illinois, United States
Lake Ellyn Park
park in Glen Ellyn, Illinois
City data from Wikidata (Q1530761), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Glen Ellyn, IL
Glen Ellyn is a village in the Chicagoland area. This village has an interesting history filled with its ups and downs. However, today Glen Ellyn remains an affluent Chicago suburb with an abundance of historic sites and an exceptional dining scene.
1 Stacy's Tavern, 557 Geneva Road. A historic carriage stop, located in the village. This is a working museum that shows what life would have been like in the time of its operation. Nearby is a museum that shows the history of the Village of Glen Ellyn. 2 Lake Ellyn, 645 Lenox Road. A lake near the downtown area. A remnant of the once thriving health resort that Glen Ellyn was in the 1890s. Lake Ellyn is an amazing place to relax and maybe even catch a "fish"!
1 Glen Theatre, 540 Crescent Blvd. A quaint movie theatre in the center of Glen Ellyn, with the most popular current flicks and maybe one or two indie films. Taste of Glen Ellyn: . An extravaganza with booths of craft vendors, a stage with rotating singing acts, booths from several area restaurants, carnival rides, and many other vendors. It takes place over five days in August northwest of the tracks on Glenwood/Crescent Blvd. (date needs fixing)
It is Glen Ellyn's restaurant scene that is the true star of downtown. The Central Business District features numerous award-winning restaurants. 1 Shannon's Irish Pub, 428 North Main Street, ☏ +1 630 790-9080. 2 Marinella's, 548 Duane Street, ☏ +1 630 469-7277. Italian 3 Barone's, 475 Pennsylvania Avenue, ☏ +1 630 858-0555. Pizza 4 Thipi Thai, 530 Crescent Boulevard, ☏ +1 630 469-9001. 5 Santa Fe, 426 North Main Street, ☏ +1 630 790-3311. Mexican Heavenly Chicago Hot Dogs. Lee Ebersole's hot dogs cart
Nightlife in Glen Ellyn is mostly concentrated south of the railroad tracks, downtown, on Main Street. Here, most of the restaurants, namely, Shannon's and Santa Fe feature a full-service bar.
Lodging in Glen Ellyn is limited, with one notable exception. 1 Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn-Lombard, 1250 Roosevelt Road, ☏ +1 630-629-6000, [email protected]. Indulge in luxury lodging at the Crowne Plaza Glen Ellyn-Lombard, an upscale hotel near downtown Chicago with well-appointed guestrooms and suites, indoor swimming pool, onsite restaurant, 24-hour business center, complimentary high-speed Internet access and value hotel packages.
Roosevelt Road is a major artery that runs through town. O'Hare International Airport is nearby. Metra commuter trains provide a connection from Chicago en route to Elburn.
The PACE bus system provides transportation to neighboring towns such as Lombard and Wheaton. However, the village is compact enough that on foot is the best way to go.
Travel tips adapted from Glen Ellyn on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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