Trip from Bolingbrook, IL to Morris, IL

Drive Time

40m

Distance

33.9 mi

55 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min
4 AM
0h 37m ★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m

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

Downtown Morris, IL, IL

Morris, IL

Stéphane Tendon

Trip Overview

The drive from Bolingbrook, IL to Morris, IL covers 33.9 miles and takes about 40m 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, Division Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 16 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.15 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

0 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

17 miles from Bolingbrook, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 40m highway drive covering 33.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and I 80. The longest continuous stretch is about 16 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 10 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 16 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near I 55.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 33.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.1 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

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

5
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | I 55

Merge onto I 55

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
17.2 mi into trip | ~21m in

Take the exit toward I 80 West: Iowa

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 250B Toward I 80 West: Iowa
5
18 mi into trip | ~22m in | I 80

Merge onto I 80

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
7
31.3 mi into trip | ~37m in

Take the exit toward IL 47: Yorkville, Morris

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward IL 47: Yorkville, Morris
5
33.9 mi into trip | ~40m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 16 mi 18m
I 80 13.3 mi 14m
Division Street 2.3 mi 2m
North Bolingbrook Drive 0.9 mi 1m
East Washington Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 16 mi, about 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bolingbrook, IL and Morris, IL.

1

Start on IL 53

0.9 mi · 1 min · North Bolingbrook Drive
Use the none lane.
2

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
3

Merge onto I 55

16 mi · 18 min · I 55
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
4

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 250B Toward I 80 West: Iowa Use the slight right lane.
5

Merge onto I 80

13 mi · 14 min · I 80
Use the none lane.
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Toward IL 47: Yorkville, Morris Use the slight right lane.
7

Turn left onto IL 47

2.3 mi · 2 min · Division Street
8

Turn left onto East Washington Street

78 ft · 6 sec · East Washington Street
9

Turn right

31 ft · 2 sec
10

Arrive at destination

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 17 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16 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 33.9 miles or 40m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 17 miles or 21m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 34m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Morris, 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 33.9 miles and 40m.

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 I 55 for about 16 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 17 mi from Bolingbrook, IL · 21m into the drive

Downtown Joliet, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Joliet, IL

17 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

Joliet, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Joliet, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 17 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Morris, IL

The final approach into Morris, 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 Morris, 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

$5.15 one way

$10.30 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 12 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $5.68 $11.35
premium $4.80 $6.40 $12.80
diesel $5.64 $7.53 $15.06

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 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 10.2 0 $3.56 $1.63
Efficient EV 8.5 0 $2.97 $1.36
EV Truck/SUV 13.6 0 $4.75 $2.17

Gas CO2

12 kg

EV CO2

4 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Bolingbrook, IL

Evening in Bolingbrook on Sunday

Local time

5:28 PM

CDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Morris, IL

Evening in Morris on Sunday

Local time

5:28 PM

CDT

Current temp

47°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

40m 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 Morris, IL covers 33.9 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 80, Division Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17 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 $5.15 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 33.9 miles you will encounter 8 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 1.1 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bolingbrook, IL to Morris, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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