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Trip from Bloomington, IL to Englewood, IL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 39m

Distance

131.5 mi

212 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 29m ★
6 AM
2h 39m
8 AM
3h 0m
10 AM
2h 47m
12 PM
2h 45m
3 PM
2h 48m
5 PM
2h 59m
8 PM
2h 33m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Englewood, IL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Bloomington, IL to Englewood, IL covers 131.5 miles and takes about 2h 39m 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, I 57 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 $20.56 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.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

65.8 miles from Bloomington, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 39m. Total distance: 131.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 39m highway drive covering 131.5 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 12 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. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 131.5 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 3.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; 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.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
3.6 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the ramp toward I 55 North: Chicago

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 55 North: Chicago
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
126.7 mi into trip | ~2h 29m in

Take the exit toward IL 1: Halstead Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 357 Toward IL 1: Halstead Street
6
131.5 mi into trip | ~2h 39m in | West 63rd Street

Turn left onto West 63rd Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

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 Bloomington, IL to Englewood, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Wisconsin along the way.

Wisconsin

114.2 mi in | ~2h 12m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 84.6 mi 1h 31m
I 80 24.8 mi 30m
I 57 12 mi 16m
South Halsted Street 4.5 mi 9m
North Main Street 3.6 mi 8m
West 63rd Street <0.1 mi <1m
North East 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 Englewood, 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: Chicago Use 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 250A Toward I 80 East: Indiana Use 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 151B Toward I 57 North, I 294 North: Chicago, Wisconsin Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8

Merge onto I 57

12 mi · 16 min · I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 357 Toward IL 1: Halstead Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Turn left onto South Halsted Street

4.5 mi · 9 min · South Halsted Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
11

Turn left onto West 63rd Street

318 ft · 8 sec · West 63rd Street
Use the left lane.
12

Arrive at destination

West 63rd 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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 65.8 miles from Bloomington, IL, or about 1h 16m 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 29 miles or 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 65.8 miles or 1h 16m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 4m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Englewood, 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 131.5 miles and 2h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Bloomington, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
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 65.8 mi from Bloomington, IL · 1h 16m into the drive

city in Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Joliet, IL

66 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.

Popular next leg

Joliet, IL to Englewood, IL

37.2 mi · 53m

Pacing Suggestions

El Paso, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Morris, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65.8 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 Englewood, IL

The final approach into Englewood, 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 Englewood, 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

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...

2 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 127
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.56 one way

$41.12 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $22.57 $45.14
premium $4.89 $25.31 $50.61
diesel $5.61 $29.03 $58.07

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 46 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 39.4 0 $13.81 $6.31
Efficient EV 32.9 0 $11.51 $5.26
EV Truck/SUV 52.6 0 $18.41 $8.42

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

15 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 16, 2026

Origin

Bloomington, IL

Evening in Bloomington on Thursday

Local time

5:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

77°F

Mostly Sunny

W 13 to 16 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 7:58AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 7:30AM CDT until April 17 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Destination

Englewood, IL

Evening in Englewood on Thursday

Local time

5:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

48°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

29 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

2h 39m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Englewood, IL covers 131.5 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 80, I 57. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 65.8 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 $20.56 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 131.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; 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.
On the drive from Bloomington, IL to Englewood, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Wisconsin along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.

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