Weekend Drives from Wheaton, IL
Routes
7
Avg Distance
134 mi
Avg Drive
2h 41m
Destinations
7
The best weekend drives from Wheaton, IL cover anywhere from 1 to 4 hours on the road. That's 7 solid options across 7 destinations, with the typical route running about 134 miles each way.
Planning Tips
- Leave early on Saturday to beat traffic out of Wheaton, IL — the first hour often determines the whole drive's mood.
- Pack snacks and water even for short drives. A 2-hour drive with a good stop becomes a 3-hour experience.
- Check fuel prices at your destination versus Wheaton, IL — sometimes filling up before you leave saves more than you'd expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 7 mapped routes from Wheaton, IL that are between 1 and 4 hours of driving, covering 7 unique destinations. Average distance is about 134 miles one way.
Drive times and distances come from actual road network data via OSRM. Fuel costs use current state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. All data is recalculated regularly.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.
All Weekend Drives
Wheaton, IL → Chicago Heights, IL
44.2 mi
1h 7m
Score: 6/10
Wheaton, IL → Otto, IL
80.1 mi
1h 37m
Score: 9/10
Wheaton, IL → Ladd, IL
86.5 mi
1h 50m
Score: 8/10
Wheaton, IL → Knoxville, IL
177.7 mi
3h 20m
Score: 9/10
Wheaton, IL → Grandview, IL
182.4 mi
3h 35m
Score: 8/10
Wheaton, IL → Clear Lake, IL
184.1 mi
3h 37m
Score: 8/10
Wheaton, IL → Canton, IL
179.8 mi
3h 38m
Score: 8/10