Long Grove, IL Road Trips
With 9 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Long Grove, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 30 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Long Grove, IL head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
12
Longest Drive
358.5 mi
Bremen, IL
Quickest Drive
14m
Arlington Heights, IL
Plan Around Long Grove, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Long Grove, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Long Grove, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Long Grove, IL
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Long Grove, IL to Waukegan, IL
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Long Grove, IL to Elk Grove, IL
Long Grove, IL to Arlington Heights, IL
Driving from Long Grove, IL
Expect an average of 30 miles and about 45m behind the wheel when leaving Long Grove, IL. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 55 miles (1h 15m), while the shortest is just 7 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Long Grove, IL are Joliet, IL (54.7 mi, 1h 15m), Aurora, IL (47.2 mi, 1h 7m), Naperville, IL (35 mi, 52m), Berwyn, IL (34.3 mi, 50m), and Chicago, IL (32 mi, 51m). 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 30-mile trip from Long Grove, IL, budget about $5 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 Long Grove, IL and 3 routes heading into Long Grove, IL, covering 12 total connections. Distances range from 7 to 55 miles.
The longest mapped route from Long Grove, IL covers 55 miles and takes approximately 1h 15m. Shorter options start at just 7 miles.
The average route from Long Grove, IL runs about 30 miles with a drive time of roughly 45m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 30-mile trip from Long Grove, IL costs roughly $5 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Long Grove, IL include Joliet, IL, Aurora, IL, Naperville, IL and Berwyn, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Long Grove, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
8,266
Median Income
$235,368
Median Home Value
$746,700
Median Age
48.8
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Long Grove, IL at a Glance
Founded
1956
Area
5 mi²
Notable People from Long Grove, IL
A sampling of people born in Long Grove, IL.
Philip Knopf
1847–1920
American politician (1847–1920)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Long Grove, IL.
Robert Parker Coffin Bridge
bridge in Long Grove, Illinois
City data from Wikidata (Q2339121), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Long Grove, IL
Long Grove is a village in Chicagoland.
Long Grove is a village in Lake County, and it has certain ordinances to maintain the town’s country atmosphere.
Old Long Grove - When someone says they've been to Long Grove, they are usually talking about this historic street filled with moderately expensive yet very interesting stores and restaurants. Different festivals go on there during the year. 1 Sock Monkey Museum, 210 Robert Parker Coffin Rd. (updated Sep 2025) 2 Long Grove Historical Society, 338 Old McHenry Rd. (updated Apr 2026) 3 Robert Parker Coffin Bridge, Robert Parker Coffin Rd (across Buffalo Creek). Historic covered bridge on the National Register of Historic Places. Clearance of 8 feet 6 inches for anyone wanting to cross. (updated Apr 2026)
Long Grove Confectionery. Sells candy and other sweet treats. (updated Apr 2026) 1 Enzo & Lucia Restaurante, 343 Old McHenry Rd, ☏ +1 847 478-8825.
The Village Tavern, 135 Old McHenry Rd. (updated Sep 2025) 1 Valentino Vineyards & Winery, 5175 Aptakisic Rd, ☏ +18476342831. (updated Apr 2026) 2 Buffalo Creek Brewing, 360 Historical Ln. (updated Apr 2026)
Travel tips adapted from Long Grove 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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