Trip from Bolingbrook, IL to Morton Grove, IL

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

54m

Distance

36.5 mi

59 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min

4 AM

0h 50m ★

6 AM

0h 54m

8 AM

1h 3m

10 AM

0h 57m

12 PM

0h 56m

3 PM

0h 58m

5 PM

1h 3m

8 PM

0h 51m

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

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Trip Overview

This 36.5-mile drive from Bolingbrook, IL to Morton Grove, IL is a straightforward, one-day trip that takes about 54 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate via I-55 North and the Adlai Stevenson Expressway (I-294), with no significant highway driving percentage, suggesting a more local feel. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $6. Given its short duration and distance, this route is perfect for a quick excursion without the need for an overnight stay. It offers a practical way to travel within the Midwest region of Illinois.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

18.2 miles from Bolingbrook, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, rather than a monotonous interstate grind. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating surface streets and potentially dealing with more traffic signals and intersections. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not applicable here, indicating frequent changes in direction and pace. This drive will feel like a typical suburban commute, requiring your attention to local road conditions and frequent adjustments.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 55 North 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 Morton Grove, IL is easy. At 54m 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 Morton Grove, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 55 North	—	—
Adlai Stevenson Expressway	—	—
I 294	—	—
I 294 North	—	—
Tri-State Tollway	—	—
US 14 East	—	—
East Dempster Street	—	—
Fernald Avenue	—	—

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: I 55 North — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on North Bolingbrook Drive

1.0 mi · 2 min · North Bolingbrook Drive

2

Turn left onto I 55 North: Chicago

0.3 mi · 33 sec · I 55 North: Chicago

3

Merge slight left onto Adlai Stevenson Expressway

9.6 mi · 12 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway

4

Take the exit slight right toward I 294 Tollway North: Wisconsin

1.6 mi · 3 min · I 294 Tollway North: Wisconsin

5

Keep slight left to continue on I 294 North: Wisconsin

0.3 mi · 41 sec · I 294 North: Wisconsin

6

Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway

4.8 mi · 5 min · Tri-State Tollway

7

Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway

14 mi · 18 min · Tri-State Tollway

8

Take the exit slight right toward US 14 East: Dempster Street

0.3 mi · 34 sec · US 14 East: Dempster Street

9

Turn straight onto East Dempster Street

4.3 mi · 9 min · East Dempster Street

10

Turn right onto Fernald Avenue

115 ft · 5 sec · Fernald Avenue

11

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

For this relatively short 54-minute drive, flexibility is key. You can easily depart anytime, but consider avoiding peak rush hour times to minimize potential delays. With only 36.5 miles, you won't need to worry about long stretches without services, and the $6 fuel estimate is quite manageable. Since there are no designated long stretches, plan for potential stops as needed, perhaps a quick fuel top-off before you leave Bolingbrook. Keep an eye on your GPS for the many turns required on this local 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 18.2 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, or about 27m 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 36.5 miles or 54m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 18.2 miles or 27m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 46m

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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Bolingbrook, IL.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bolingbrook, IL

This is one driving day of about 36.5 miles and 54m.

At 36.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 18.2 mi from Bolingbrook, IL · 27m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Elmhurst, IL

18 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

Glenview, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Elmhurst, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Morton Grove, IL

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Morton Grove, IL if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.71 one way

$11.41 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$6.27	$12.53
premium	$4.89	$7.02	$14.05
diesel	$5.61	$8.06	$16.12

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$31–$56

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	11	$3.83	$1.75
Efficient EV	9.1	$3.19	$1.46
EV Truck/SUV	14.6	$5.11	$2.34

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Bolingbrook, IL

Afternoon in Bolingbrook on Wednesday

Local time

3:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Morton Grove, IL

Afternoon in Morton Grove on Wednesday

Local time

3:49 PM

CDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Elmhurst, IL

18 mi in

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

18 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

54m 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 Morton Grove, IL covers 36.5 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 55 North, Adlai Stevenson Expressway, I 294. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 18.2 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 $5.71 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 Morton Grove, IL is easy. At 54m 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 Morton Grove, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

The route from Bolingbrook, IL to Morton Grove, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.