Origin
Bloomington, MN
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7:08 AM
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Trip from Bloomington, MN to Morton Grove, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 26m
Distance
403 mi
649 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$60
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 16m
★
6 AM
7h 26m
8 AM
7h 47m
10 AM
7h 34m
12 PM
7h 32m
3 PM
7h 35m
5 PM
7h 46m
8 PM
7h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomington, MN
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Morton Grove, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bloomington, MN to Morton Grove, IL covers 403 miles and takes about 7h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 94, I 39, Jane Addams Memorial Tollway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 248.1 miles on I 94. At current regular gas prices, budget about $59.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
201.5 miles from Bloomington, MN
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 41m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 26m. Total distance: 403 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 26m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
This is a 7h 26m highway drive covering 403 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and I 39. The longest continuous stretch is about 248.1 miles on I 94.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 248.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and I 39. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 403 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 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
1.1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8B-C
Toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
7
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
8
21.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East, US 12 East: Eau Claire
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 58B
Toward I 94 East, US 12 East: Eau Claire
8
270 mi into trip
|
~4h 54m in
|
I 39; I 90
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90 toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
8
390.9 mi into trip
|
~7h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Height...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 248.1 mi | 4h 26m |
| I 39 | 67.1 mi | 1h 11m |
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | 53.3 mi | 57m |
| I 494 | 19.7 mi | 24m |
| East Golf Road | 8.7 mi | 14m |
| West Dempster Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Shermer Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| I 35W | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 248.1 mi, about 4h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, MN and Morton Grove, IL.
1
Start on West 90th Street
163 ft
·
10 sec
·
West 90th Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 35W North
3
Merge onto I 35W
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 35W
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 8B-C
Toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 494 East, MN 5 East
6
Merge onto I 494; MN 5
20 mi
·
24 min
·
I 494; MN 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 58B
Toward I 94 East, US 12 East: Eau Claire
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 94
248 mi
·
4 hr 26 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; I 90
67 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 39; I 90
Toward I 39, I 90: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
33 mi
·
35 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 70
Toward Arlington Heights Road
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
247 ft
·
11 sec
Toward Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto North Arlington Heights Road
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
North Arlington Heights Road
15
Continue on South Arlington Heights Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Arlington Heights Road
16
Turn right onto IL 58
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
East Golf Road
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on IL 58
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Wolf Road
18
Enter roundabout onto IL 58
75 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Golf Road
19
Continue on IL 58
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
East Golf Road
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Shermer Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Shermer Road
Use the right lane.
21
Turn left onto US 14
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Dempster Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
22
Turn right onto Fernald Avenue
115 ft
·
5 sec
·
Fernald Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
Fernald Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 201.5 miles from Bloomington, MN, or about 3h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 248.1 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 89 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 201.5 miles or 3h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morton Grove, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bloomington, MN so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bloomington, MN
This is one driving day of about 403 miles and 7h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from Bloomington, MN.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 248.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 201.5 mi from Bloomington, MN · 3h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
202 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 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 201.5 miles from Bloomington, MN, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Morton Grove, IL
The final approach into Morton Grove, 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 Morton Grove, IL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$59.97 one way
$119.95 round trip
$3.78/gal
25.4 MPG avg
141 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.07 | $64.62 | $129.25 |
| premium | $4.53 | $71.91 | $143.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $88.98 | $177.95 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.73
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(53.3 mi)
$3.73
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 141 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $42 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 120.9 | 1 | $42.32 | $19.34 |
| Efficient EV | 100.8 | 1 | $35.26 | $16.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 161.2 | 2 | $56.42 | $25.79 |
Gas CO2
141 kg
EV CO2
47 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Morton Grove, IL
Morning in Morton Grove on Friday
Local time
7:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
69°F
Sparta, WI
202 mi in
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 26m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bloomington, MN to Morton Grove, IL covers 403 miles and takes about 7h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, I 39, Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 201.5 miles from Bloomington, MN. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $59.97 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 403 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 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bloomington, MN to Morton Grove, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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