Origin
Gurnee, PA
Morning in Gurnee on Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gurnee, PA to Antrim, PA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
28.4 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gurnee, PA
Josef Traxler
Antrim, PA
Phil Evenden
Trip Overview
This 28.4-mile drive from Gurnee, PA, to Antrim, PA, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 56 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily utilizes Route 287 and the Grand Army of the Republic Highway, with a portion on Pinecreek Road. With a highway share of 31%, you'll experience a mixed drive that's not exclusively interstate. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $5, which is quite budget-friendly. Given its short distance and duration, this trip is ideal for a spontaneous excursion or as a segment of a larger exploration within Pennsylvania's Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 287 | 7.2 mi | 12m |
| Grand Army of the Republic Highway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Pinecreek Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Shin Hollow Road | 2.9 mi | 11m |
| Route 660 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Pine Creek Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Sand Run Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Central Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Route 287
— 7.2 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gurnee, PA and Antrim, PA.
1
Start on Gurnee Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Gurnee Road
2
Continue on T1-11
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
T1-11
3
Continue on Shin Hollow Road
2.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Shin Hollow Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 6
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Grand Army of the Republic Highway
5
Turn right onto PA 362
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Pinecreek Road
6
Continue on PA 362
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Pine Creek Road
7
Continue on PA 362
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Pinecreek Road
8
Continue on PA 660
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Route 660
9
Continue on PA 660
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Avenue
10
Continue on PA 660
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Main Street
11
Turn right onto PA 287
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Central Avenue
12
Continue on PA 287
7.2 mi
·
12 min
·
Route 287
13
Turn left onto Sand Run Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Sand Run Road
14
Arrive at destination
Sand Run Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 4.1 and 26.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
4.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
At end of road, turn left onto US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway
Navigation decision point
3
10.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
PA 362 / Pinecreek Road
Turn right onto PA 362 / Pinecreek Road
Navigation decision point
4
18.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
PA 287 / Central Avenue
Turn right onto PA 287 / Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
26.9 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Sand Run Road
Turn left onto Sand Run Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.71 one way
$9.42 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.16 | $10.31 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.51 | $11.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.27 | $12.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Antrim, PA
Morning in Antrim on Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
26 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
56m 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?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 31% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.2 miles along Route 287. This means you'll experience a variety of road types, transitioning from faster-paced highway sections to potentially more winding or local roads. The character of the drive will likely shift as you move between these different road types, offering a dynamic experience behind the wheel rather than a monotonous journey. This blend keeps the driving engaging for the relatively short 56-minute duration.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.2 mi on Route 287.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in near US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gurnee, PA to Antrim, PA is easy. At 56m with 31% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.1 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (PA 362 / Pinecreek Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles (PA 287 / Central Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,146 ft
1,134 ft
Total Climb
1,331 ft
Total Descent
1,824 ft
Highest Point
2,146 ft
Elevation Range
1,012 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 28.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.2 miles on Route 287. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 4.1 miles (US 6 / Grand Army of the Republic Highway): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles (PA 362 / Pinecreek Road): Navigation decision point; at 18.6 miles (PA 287 / Central Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Antrim, PA 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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