Glenview, IL Road Trips
With 9 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Glenview, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 91 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Glenview, IL spread mainly south and west, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
11
Longest Drive
209.6 mi
Springfield, IL
Quickest Drive
20m
Arlington Heights, IL
Plan Around Glenview, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Glenview, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Glenview, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Glenview, IL
Glenview, IL to Springfield, IL
Glenview, IL to Peoria, IL
Glenview, IL to Champaign, IL
Glenview, IL to Bloomington, IL
Glenview, IL to Aurora, IL
Glenview, IL to Wheaton, IL
Glenview, IL to Elgin, IL
Glenview, IL to Chicago, IL
Glenview, IL to Berwyn, IL
Driving from Glenview, IL
Expect an average of 91 miles and about 1h 55m behind the wheel when leaving Glenview, IL. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 210 miles (4h 4m), while the shortest is just 19 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Glenview, IL include Springfield, IL (209.6 mi, 4h 4m), Peoria, IL (174.9 mi, 3h 25m), Champaign, IL (152.2 mi, 3h 2m), Bloomington, IL (142.9 mi, 2h 56m), and Aurora, IL (46 mi, 1h 7m). 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 91-mile trip from Glenview, IL, budget about $14 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 9 mapped routes leaving Glenview, IL and 2 routes heading into Glenview, IL, covering 11 total connections. Distances range from 19 to 210 miles.
The longest mapped route from Glenview, IL covers 210 miles and takes approximately 4h 4m. Shorter options start at just 19 miles.
The average route from Glenview, IL runs about 91 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 55m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 91-mile trip from Glenview, IL costs roughly $14 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Glenview, IL include Springfield, IL, Peoria, IL, Champaign, IL and Bloomington, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Glenview, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
47,682
Median Income
$138,758
Median Home Value
$598,800
Median Age
46.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Glenview, IL at a Glance
Founded
1899
Elevation
653 ft
Area
5 mi²
Notable People from Glenview, IL
A sampling of people born in Glenview, IL.
Sam Witwer
1977
American actor (born 1977)
Olivia Smoliga
1994
American swimmer
Nicholas Rusher
1999
American rower (born 1999)
Alice Lee
1989
American actress
Brian Fahey
1981
American ice hockey player
Kelley Menighan Hensley
1967
American actress
John A. Lynn
1943
American military historian
Michael Gargiulo
1976
American serial killer
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Glenview, IL.
Kohl Children's Museum
children's museum in Illinois, United States
City data from Wikidata (Q1531184), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Glenview, IL
Glenview is a town of some 45,000 people in suburban Cook County, Illinois, part of the Chicagoland area. Once home to the Glenview Naval Air Station, the 1,121-acre facility was turned over to the local government and was redeveloped as The Glen, one of Glenview's prime residential and commercial areas.
1 Kennicott Grove, 1421 Milwaukee Ave, ☏ +1-847-299-6096. M-F 8AM-4:30PM, Sa-Su 9AM-5PM. A National Historic Landmark, the Grove was the home of horticulturalist Dr. John Kennicott. He moved with here with his family in 1836, and his son Robert Kennicott, a naturalist whose explorations helped lead to the Alaska purchase. The Kennicotts' 1856 house is here, as are recreations of a Potowatomi longhouse, a log cabin and a one-room schoolhouse. Nature trails lead through oak forests and wetland pools; an interpretive center features a miniature zoo with fish, amphibians, reptiles and birds. (updated Aug 2021) 2 Kohl Children’s Museum of Greater Chicago, 2100 Patriot Blvd, ☏ +1-847-832-6600. M 9:30AM-noon, Tu-Sa 9:30AM-5PM, Su noon-5PM. A "hands-on learning laboratory" for children 0-8. Founded in Wilmette in 1985, it moved to its current location in The Glen in 2005. Children and adults $8.50, seniors (55+) $7.50. (updated Aug 2021) Wagner Farm, 1510 Wagner Rd, ☏ +1-847-657-1506. M-Sa 9AM-5PM, Su 9AM-3PM. A working farm from 1902 until 1997, these 19 acres are now a farm museum demonstrating farm techniques from the 1920s-50s. Features dairy cows, draft horses, poultry etc. Free. Chicago Harley Davidson.
The Sybaris In addition to its extensive Park District, the Village's east and west sides are bordered by the Cook County Forest Preserves. The western Preserves contain the Des Plaines River and a gravel bike path. The eastern Preserves contain the North Branch Chicago River, North Branch Bike Trail (paved) and horse riding trails and stables.
Hackney's, 1241 Harms Rd; 1514 E Lake Ave, ☏ +1-847-724-5577, +1-847-724-7171. There are six Hackney's restaurants in Chicagoland, but the original two are both in Glenview--both of which opened as speakeasies in the 1920s. They all feature the Hackneyburger and an old-time neighborhood feel. Walker Bros. Original Pancake House, 1615 Waukegan Rd, ☏ +1-847-724-0220. 6:30AM-9PM daily. A breakfast favorite since 1981. The second link in a popular local chain.
Grandpa's Place, Meier's Tavern, Ten Ninety Brewing Co., Macushla Brewing Co.
Courtyard Chicago Glenview, 1801 Milwaukee Ave, ☏ +1-847-803-2500, fax: +1-847-803-2520. ESTIA Hotel + Suites Glenview, 4514 W Lake Ave, ☏ +1 847-635-5220. Motel 6 Chicago North - Glenview, 1535 Milwaukee Ave, ☏ +1-847-390-7200, fax: +1-847-390-0845. Staybridge Suites, 2600 Lehigh Ave, ☏ +1-847-657-0002. Renaissance Chicago Glenview Suites Hotel, 1400 Milwaukee Ave, ☏ +1-847-803-9800. Near the O'Hare International airport, this full service Glenview hotel offers complimentary wireless Internet access, on-site fitness center, and heated indoor pool and whirlpool. All rooms include a 32" plasma flat-screen TV, a wet bar, microwave, and refrigerator.
The Edens Expressway (I-94) passes along the east side of Glenview. The nearest major cities served by this expressway are Chicago to the south and Milwaukee to the north. 1 Glenview railway station, 1116 Depot Street. Served by METRA and Amtrak trains. (updated Aug 2021) 2 North Glenview station, 3000 Old Willow Road. Served by METRA trains. (updated Aug 2021) Train operators with service to Glenview include: PACE Metra (Milwaukee District/North line) Amtrak, ☏ +1 215-856-7924, toll-free: +1-800-872-7245. Operates train service around the United States of America. (updated Mar 2022) Train routes stopping in Glenview: Hiawatha has 6 to 7 daily round trips between Milwaukee Downtown Intermodal Station and Chicago with stops along the way at Milwaukee Airport-Trains station, Sturtevant (7 miles west of Racine), and Glenview. Taking this train offers the quickest travel time from Chicago, power outlets at your seat, a quiet car, and snack & beverage service. Empire Builder operating daily between Seattle/Portland and Chicago including stops at Spokane, Glacier National Park, Fargo, Saint Paul, and Milwaukee. The trains split into separate branches between Seattle and Spokane, and between Portland and Spokane, while operating as trains consisting of train cars from both branches between Spokane and Chicago. The only stop in Milwaukee is at Milwaukee Downtown Intermodal Station.
Travel tips adapted from Glenview 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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