Origin
Arlington Heights, IL
Morning in Arlington Heights on Tuesday
Local time
6:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington Heights, IL to Hampshire, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
36 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington Heights, IL
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Hampshire, IL
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Trip Overview
Arlington Heights to Hampshire is 36 miles and takes about 47 minutes via Jane Addams Memorial Tollway and IL 47, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Illinois, connecting two Midwest communities. The route is mostly surface roads, so expect a straightforward trip with minimal complexity. It's a quick hop that's easy to fit into any schedule, perfect for a day trip or a quick errand.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | 23.2 mi | 24m |
| IL 72 | 4 mi | 5m |
| IL 47 | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| North Arlington Heights Road | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| South State Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Jefferson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Euclid Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
— 23.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington Heights, IL and Hampshire, IL.
1
Start on East Euclid Avenue
48 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Euclid Avenue
2
Turn right onto North Arlington Heights Road
3.1 mi
·
6 min
·
North Arlington Heights Road
3
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford
4
Merge onto I 90
23 mi
·
24 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 47
Toward IL 47: Huntley, Woodstock
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward IL 47 South: Elburn
7
Turn straight onto IL 47
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
IL 47
8
Turn right onto IL 72
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
IL 72
9
Turn right onto South State Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South State Street
10
Turn left onto West Jefferson Avenue
58 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Jefferson Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
West Jefferson Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Arlington Heights, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 31.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Arlington Heights Road
Turn right onto North Arlington Heights Road
Navigation decision point
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Merge onto I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
26.9 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward IL 47: Huntley, Woodstock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 47
Toward IL 47: Huntley, Woodstock
5
27.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward IL 47 South: Elburn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward IL 47 South: Elburn
4
31.3 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
IL 72
Turn right onto IL 72
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.63 one way
$11.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.18 | $12.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.62
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(23.2 mi)
$1.62
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Tolls
$2
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Hampshire, IL
Morning in Hampshire on Tuesday
Local time
6:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
47m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a 21% highway share, meaning most of your time will be spent on surface roads. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 23.2 miles on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. After exiting the tollway, you'll transition to surface streets like IL 72 and IL 47. Expect a more local driving feel once you leave the highway, with traffic lights and intersections common on these state routes.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.2 mi on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Arlington Heights Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 36 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Arlington Heights Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Hampshire, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Woodstock along the way.
Woodstock
26.9 mi in
|
~32m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 36 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (21%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.2 miles on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.62 in tolls one way, starting with Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Arlington Heights Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hampshire, IL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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