Origin
Bolingbrook, IL
Late night in Bolingbrook on Wednesday
Local time
5:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bolingbrook, IL to Streamwood, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
46m
Distance
30.5 mi
49 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
4 AM
0h 43m
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6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Streamwood, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
This 30.5-mile drive from Bolingbrook, IL to Streamwood, IL is a straightforward trip within the Midwest region, taking approximately 46 minutes. Primarily utilizing Veterans Memorial Tollway and Lake Street, it's a local route with no highway driving, making it an easy day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $5, this journey is budget-friendly. The route's turn-heavy nature suggests it's best suited for those who prefer navigating local roads over long stretches of highway. You won't need an overnight stop for this short distance.
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
15.2 miles from Bolingbrook, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway percentage to speak of. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.1 miles along the Veterans Memorial Tollway. As you transition to roads like Lake Street and North Bolingbrook Drive, the character shifts to more frequent turns and local traffic. This isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; it's a journey through familiar suburban landscapes with the potential for varied traffic patterns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 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 13.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 53 / North Bolingbrook Drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 30.5 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: near the start (IL 53 / North Bolingbrook Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles (I 355 / Veterans Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 53 / North Bolingbrook Drive
Continue onto IL 53 / North Bolingbrook Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
5.7 mi into trip
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~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
5
6.1 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 355 / Veterans Memorial Tollway
Merge onto I 355 / Veterans Memorial Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
19.3 mi into trip
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~27m in
Take the exit toward US 20: Lake Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 31
Toward US 20: Lake Street
5
19.7 mi into trip
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~28m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 13.1 mi | 16m |
| Lake Street | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| North Bolingbrook Drive | 4.4 mi | 8m |
| West Lake Street | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Bartlett Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Hobson Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 63rd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cypress Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Veterans Memorial Tollway
— 13.1 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bolingbrook, IL and Streamwood, 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
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
13 mi
·
16 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 31
Toward US 20: Lake Street
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left
113 ft
·
4 sec
Use the left lane.
9
Turn straight onto US 20
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Lake Street
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 20
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Lake Street
11
Continue on US 20
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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West Lake Street
12
Turn right onto V47
1.5 mi
·
3 min
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Bartlett Road
13
Turn right onto Cypress Drive
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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Cypress Drive
14
Arrive at destination
Cypress Drive
Trip Plan
Given the short 46-minute duration and 30.5-mile distance, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic on Veterans Memorial Tollway and Lake Street. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is so brief, you can easily wait to refuel if needed, though the estimated $5 fuel cost is quite low. Keep an eye out for the numerous turns, especially as you approach Streamwood, as this is a key characteristic of the route.
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 15.2 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.1 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 30.5 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.2 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Streamwood, 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 30.5 miles and 46m.
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 13.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.2 mi from Bolingbrook, IL · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Streamwood, IL
The final approach into Streamwood, 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 Streamwood, 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
$4.77 one way
$9.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.24 | $10.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.87 | $11.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.73 | $13.47 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.92
Veterans Memorial Tollway
(13.1 mi)
$0.92
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
$5
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.27 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Streamwood, IL
Late night in Streamwood on Wednesday
Local time
5:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°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
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
46m 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 Streamwood, IL covers 30.5 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Veterans Memorial Tollway, Lake Street, North Bolingbrook Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.2 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 $4.77 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 30.5 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: near the start (IL 53 / North Bolingbrook Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles (I 355 / Veterans Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bolingbrook, IL to Streamwood, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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