The drive from Bloomington, IL to Alsip, IL covers 122.6 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, I 80, Cicero Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 84.6 miles on I 55.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.3 miles from Bloomington, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 122.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 26m highway drive covering 122.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and I 80. The longest continuous stretch is about 84.6 miles on I 55.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 84.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 80. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 88.7 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 122.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 88.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
88.7 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Take the exit toward I 80 East: Indiana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 250A
Toward I 80 East: Indiana
8
114.2 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 57 North, I 294 North: Chicago, Wisconsin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Exit 151B
Toward I 57 North, I 294 North: Chicago, Wiscon...
7
115.8 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward 167th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 346
Toward 167th Street
8
116 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward 167th Street West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward 167th Street West
10
116.3 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 167th Street West, Cicero Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 346B
Toward 167th Street West, Cicero Avenue
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bloomington, IL and Alsip, IL, road signs point toward Wisconsin and 167Th Street West.
Wisconsin
114.2 mi in|~2h 12m
167Th Street West
116 mi in|~2h 15m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
84.6 mi
1h 31m
I 80
24.8 mi
30m
Cicero Avenue
5.6 mi
8m
North Main Street
3.6 mi
8m
I 57
1.1 mi
1m
167th Street
0.5 mi
<1m
North East Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
West 123rd Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 84.6 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IL and Alsip, IL.
1
Start on US 51 Business
136 ft·5 sec·North East Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on US 51 Business
3.6 mi·8 min·North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 55 North: ChicagoUse the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 55
85 mi·1 hr 31 min·I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 250AToward I 80 East: IndianaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 80
25 mi·30 min·I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi·50 sec
Exit 151BToward I 57 North, I 294 North: Chicago, WisconsinUse the slight left / straight lanes.
8
Merge onto I 57
1.1 mi·1 min·I 57
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 346Toward 167th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward 167th Street WestUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 346BToward 167th Street West, Cicero AvenueUse the right lane.
12
Turn straight onto 167th Street
0.5 mi·55 sec·167th Street
13
Turn right onto IL 50
5.6 mi·8 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto West 123rd Street
59 ft·1 sec·West 123rd Street
15
Arrive at destination
West 123rd Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 61.3 miles from Bloomington, IL, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 27 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.3 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alsip, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bloomington, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bloomington, IL
This is one driving day of about 122.6 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Bloomington, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 84.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.3 mi from Bloomington, IL
· 1h 11m into the drive
The midpoint is around 61.3 miles from Bloomington, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.6 miles.
Arriving in Alsip, IL
The final approach into Alsip, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Alsip, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 122.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.17 one way
$38.33 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.04
$42.09
premium
$4.89
$23.59
$47.19
diesel
$5.61
$27.07
$54.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.8
0
$12.87
$5.88
Efficient EV
30.7
0
$10.73
$4.90
EV Truck/SUV
49
0
$17.16
$7.85
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Bloomington, IL
Night
in Bloomington on Thursday
Local time
9:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Alsip, IL
Night
in Alsip on Thursday
Local time
9:11 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
2h 26m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bloomington, IL to Alsip, IL covers 122.6 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 80, Cicero Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.3 miles from Bloomington, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.17 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 122.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 88.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 114.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 115.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Bloomington, IL and Alsip, IL, road signs point toward Wisconsin and 167Th Street West.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
