Origin
Des Plaines, IL
Morning in Des Plaines on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Des Plaines, IL to Antioch, 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
53m
Distance
40.6 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Des Plaines, IL
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Antioch, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
This 40.6-mile drive from Des Plaines, IL, to Antioch, IL, is a straightforward local journey that can easily be completed in about 53 minutes. Designed as a one-day trip, you'll navigate primarily using the Tri-State Tollway, Rosecrans Road, and South Des Plaines River Road. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $6, this route is budget-friendly for a quick excursion within the Midwest region. Expect a route that involves several turns rather than long stretches of highway driving. It's a practical option for a short, focused trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tri-State Tollway | 29.7 mi | 34m |
| Rosecrans Road | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| South Des Plaines River Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Golf Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Henry Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Tri-State Tollway
— 29.7 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Des Plaines, IL and Antioch, IL.
1
Start on Henry Avenue
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Henry Avenue
2
Turn left onto South Des Plaines River Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Des Plaines River Road
3
Turn right onto IL 58
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Golf Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 294 North Toll: Wisconsin
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 294
30 mi
·
34 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 2
Toward IL 173: Rosecrans Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
At end of road, turn left onto IL 173
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Rosecrans Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto IL 83
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
Use the right lane.
9
Arrive at destination
IL 83
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.3 miles from Des Plaines, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 33.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
IL 58 / East Golf Road
Turn right onto IL 58 / East Golf Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 294 North Toll: Wisconsin
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 294 North Toll: Wisconsin
5
3.3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Merge onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
33.1 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward IL 173: Rosecrans Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2
Toward IL 173: Rosecrans Road
5
33.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
IL 173 / Rosecrans Road
At end of road, turn left onto IL 173 / Rosecrans Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.35 one way
$12.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.97 | $13.94 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.81 | $15.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.96 | $17.93 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.78
Tri-state Tollway
(29.7 mi)
$1.78
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
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.26 | $1.95 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Antioch, IL
Morning in Antioch on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
53m 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 route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be making frequent adjustments rather than cruising on a single highway. While it does include a significant stretch of 29.7 miles on the Tri-State Tollway, the overall profile suggests a dynamic driving experience with numerous changes in direction. With 0% highway share, you won't encounter long stretches of high-speed interstate travel, making it feel more like a connected series of local roads.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 29.7 mi on Tri-State Tollway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near IL 58 / East Golf Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 53m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (IL 58 / East Golf Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Des Plaines, IL
Full guide →Founded 1852
Des Plaines is in Chicagoland. It is an inner-ring, northwest suburb of Chicago with two distinct portions: a suburban northern portion reminiscient of other, nearby northwest suburbs (including Niles, Park Ridge, and Mount Prospect), as well as a built-up southern portion with the businesses, hotels, and other amenities of the O'Hare Airport corridor (much like Rosemont, Chicago's O'Hare neighborhood, and Elk Grove Village).
Top landmarks
- • McDonald's #1 Store Museum — former McDonald's spot
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 40.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 29.7 miles on Tri-State Tollway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.78 in tolls one way, starting with Tri-state 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: at 1.6 miles (IL 58 / East Golf Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Antioch, 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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