Origin
Bolingbrook, IL
Afternoon in Bolingbrook on Sunday
Local time
4:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bolingbrook, IL to Carpentersville, IL
Drive Time
59m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carpentersville, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Bolingbrook to Carpentersville, expect a straightforward 41.8-mile journey that typically takes about 59 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $6 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. Navigating through the Midwest, you will utilize a mix of the Veterans Memorial Tollway, the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, and I-290. Because the total travel time is under an hour, it serves as a highly efficient connection between these two Illinois locations, allowing you to complete your business or visit and return home with ease.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
20.9 miles from Bolingbrook, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that requires your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While the route involves navigating various interchanges, only about 11% of your total mileage is spent on major highways. You will experience your longest uninterrupted stretch of 14.7 miles while traveling along the Veterans Memorial Tollway. The character of the road shifts as you transition between these thoroughfares, moving from high-speed tollway sections into more localized driving environments. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that balances stretches of highway speed with the constant adjustments required by a route heavy on turns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Veterans Memorial Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 14.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near Hobson Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 41.8 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 4.4 miles (Hobson Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 25.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.4 mi into trip
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~8m in
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Hobson Road
Turn right onto Hobson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
5.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Turn left toward I 355 Toll North: Northwest Suburbs
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 355 Toll North: Northwest Suburbs
8
25.5 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Ro...
6
28.1 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Turn left toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford
7
35.3 mi into trip
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~48m in
Take the exit toward IL 59
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 59
Toward IL 59
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 14.7 mi | 18m |
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| I 290 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| North Bolingbrook Drive | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| West Higgins Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| South Kennedy Drive | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| North Meacham Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hobson Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Tollway
— 14.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bolingbrook, IL and Carpentersville, IL.
1
Start on IL 53
43 ft
·
6 sec
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North Bolingbrook Drive
2
Continue on IL 53
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
North Bolingbrook Drive
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto Hobson Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Hobson Road
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on 63rd Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
63rd Street
5
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 355 Toll North: Northwest Suburbs
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 355
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 290
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto IL 72
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Higgins Road
Use the left / none lanes.
10
Turn right onto North Meacham Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Meacham Road
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford
Use the left lane.
12
Merge onto I 90
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 59
Toward IL 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn right onto IL 59
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
New Sutton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto IL 72
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
West Higgins Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto IL 25
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Kennedy Drive
Use the none lane.
17
Arrive at destination
IL 25
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though keep in mind the turn-heavy nature of the route when planning your comfort level behind the wheel. You won't need to schedule any formal stops for a drive under an hour, allowing you to reach your destination in one go. Keep an eye on your toll transponder or payment method, as the majority of your time is spent on major Illinois tollways. Because the drive is short, it is wise to check real-time traffic conditions on I-290 before leaving to ensure the most efficient path. Prioritize a steady pace through the turns to make the 41.8-mile commute as smooth as possible.
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 20.9 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.7 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 41.8 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.9 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Carpentersville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bolingbrook, 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 Bolingbrook, IL
This is one driving day of about 41.8 miles and 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bolingbrook, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Veterans Memorial Tollway for about 14.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.9 mi from Bolingbrook, IL · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Carpentersville, IL
The final approach into Carpentersville, 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 Carpentersville, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.35 one way
$12.70 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.89 | $15.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.29 | $18.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.50
Veterans Memorial Tollway
(14.7 mi)
$1.03
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(6.7 mi)
$0.47
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
$6
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Carpentersville, IL
Afternoon in Carpentersville on Sunday
Local time
4:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°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
3 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
59m 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 Bolingbrook, IL to Carpentersville, IL covers 41.8 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Tollway, Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, I 290. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.9 miles from Bolingbrook, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.35 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 14 significant decision points across 41.8 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 4.4 miles (Hobson Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 25.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bolingbrook, IL to Carpentersville, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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