Origin
Bolingbrook, IL
Afternoon in Bolingbrook on Monday
Local time
3:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bolingbrook, IL to Naperville, IL
Drive Time
19m
Distance
10 mi
16 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute between Bolingbrook and Naperville, this 10-mile trip is an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. Expect to spend about 19 minutes behind the wheel as you navigate through the heart of the Illinois Midwest. With zero planned stops and a fuel budget of just $1, this route is exceptionally efficient and budget-friendly. Because the entire drive stays within the state of Illinois, you will find it to be a straightforward local transit rather than an expansive cross-country trek. It is the perfect choice for those who value simplicity and want to avoid the complexities of long-distance planning.
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
5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Forget about highway cruising on this trip, as your highway share sits at a flat 0 percent. Instead, you will be navigating a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between North Bolingbrook Drive, 75th Street, and South Washington Street. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches here; in fact, the longest segment is effectively 0 miles on North Bolingbrook Drive. The road’s personality is defined by its frequent turns and urban flow rather than open-road speed. You should prepare for a consistent, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with local surface streets from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Bolingbrook Drive is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bolingbrook, IL to Naperville, IL is easy. At 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bolingbrook, IL to Naperville, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Bolingbrook Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 75th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Bolingbrook Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bolingbrook, IL and Naperville, IL.
1
Start on North Bolingbrook Drive
43 ft
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6 sec
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North Bolingbrook Drive
2
Continue on North Bolingbrook Drive
3.6 mi
·
6 min
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North Bolingbrook Drive
3
Turn left onto 75th Street
3.4 mi
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5 min
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75th Street
4
Turn right onto South Washington Street
3.1 mi
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7 min
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South Washington Street
5
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Flexibility is your greatest advantage on such a short, 19-minute route, allowing you to depart whenever it best fits your schedule. Since there are no designated stops required, you can easily complete the 10-mile journey in a single push without needing a break for rest or refueling. Keep a close eye on your navigation as you transition between the three main roads, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes missing a junction easy. Given the low fuel cost of $1, you won't need to worry about planning for gas stations along the way. Your best strategy is to monitor local traffic patterns on 75th Street before you leave to ensure the quickest transit 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 5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, or about 9m into the drive.
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 10 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Naperville, 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 10 miles and 19m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5 mi from Bolingbrook, IL · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Naperville, IL
The final approach into Naperville, 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 Naperville, 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
$1.52 one way
$3.04 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.67 | $3.35 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.89 | $3.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.22 | $4.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Naperville, IL
Afternoon in Naperville on Monday
Local time
3:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
1 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
19m 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 Naperville, IL covers 10 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Bolingbrook Drive, 75th Street, South Washington Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5 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 $1.52 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.
The drive from Bolingbrook, IL to Naperville, IL is easy. At 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bolingbrook, IL to Naperville, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bolingbrook, IL to Naperville, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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