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Trip from Bolingbrook, IL to Oak Forest, IL

Drive Time

38m

Distance

24.4 mi

39 km

Drive Score

5/10

Practical drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

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Best Time to Leave

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4 AM
0h 36m ★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 46m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 41m
3 PM
0h 42m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m

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

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Downtown Oak Forest, IL, IL

Oak Forest, IL

Lauri Poldre

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Bolingbrook to Oak Forest, you are looking at a straightforward 24.4-mile journey across the Illinois landscape. Expect to spend about 38 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will navigate a mix of local roads and major thoroughfares, including the Adlai Stevenson Expressway and the Veterans Memorial Tollway. With an estimated fuel cost of only $4, it is a very budget-friendly excursion within the Midwest. Because the distance is relatively short and requires no overnight stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. This route is designed for efficiency rather than a scenic getaway, serving as a practical connection between these two suburban hubs.

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

12.2 miles from Bolingbrook, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .

Drive Character

This 24.4-mile path acts as a turn-heavy local drive, requiring your full attention as you navigate through various suburban intersections. While you will utilize major arteries like the Veterans Memorial Tollway and the Adlai Stevenson Expressway, highway driving accounts for only 5% of the total journey. You will spend the bulk of your time on West 159th Street, which serves as the longest uninterrupted stretch at 13.9 miles. The experience is defined by frequent turning and local traffic patterns rather than the monotonous rhythm of a long-haul interstate. Prepare for a dynamic transition from highway segments to the more localized, stop-and-go environment of the primary cross-streets.

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.
West 159th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 13.9 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

778 ft 586 ft

Total Climb

296 ft

Total Descent

264 ft

Highest Point

778 ft

~11.2 mi in

Elevation Range

192 ft

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 1 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 24.4 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 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

5
1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Turn left toward I 55 North: Chicago

Navigation decision point

Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
2.4 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the exit toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 269 Toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest...
7
3 mi into trip | ~5m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 355 South: Southwest Suburbs

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 355 South: Southwest Suburbs
5
3.5 mi into trip | ~6m in | 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
10.1 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the exit toward IL 7: 159th Street

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 4 Toward IL 7: 159th Street

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Bolingbrook, IL to Oak Forest, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Southwest Suburbs along the way.

Southwest Suburbs

2.4 mi in | ~4m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
West 159th Street 13.9 mi 23m
Veterans Memorial Tollway 6.5 mi 7m
Adlai Stevenson Expressway 1.2 mi 1m
North Bolingbrook Drive 1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: West 159th Street — 13.9 mi, about 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bolingbrook, IL and Oak Forest, 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

1.2 mi · 1 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway
4

Take the exit slight right toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs

0.5 mi · 1 min · I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
5

Keep slight right to continue on I 355 South: Southwest Suburbs

0.6 mi · 1 min · I 355 South: Southwest Suburbs
6

Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Tollway

6.5 mi · 7 min · Veterans Memorial Tollway
7

Take the exit slight right toward IL 7: 159th Street

0.4 mi · 56 sec · IL 7: 159th Street
8

Turn left onto West 159th Street

14 mi · 23 min · West 159th Street
9

Turn right

62 ft · 10 sec
10

Turn left

118 ft · 9 sec
11

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a short, 38-minute drive, you have the advantage of choosing your departure time based on personal preference rather than strict endurance planning. Keep in mind that the route is heavily reliant on West 159th Street, so traffic density on this particular road will likely dictate your actual travel time. You won't need to plan for any intermediate stops, as the distance is easily managed in one go. Budgeting $4 for fuel covers your basic needs, but always verify your tank level before leaving Bolingbrook to ensure a smooth transition to Oak Forest. Given the turn-heavy nature of the drive, stay alert for directional changes once you exit the highway portions to stay on track.

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 12.2 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.9 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 24.4 miles or 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 12.2 miles or 17m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oak Forest, 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 24.4 miles and 38m.

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 West 159th Street for about 13.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 12.2 mi from Bolingbrook, IL · 17m into the drive

Downtown Orland Park, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Orland Park, IL

12 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

Orland Park, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Orland Park, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 12.2 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Oak Forest, IL

The final approach into Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, 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

$3.71 one way

$7.41 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 9 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $4.09 $8.17
premium $4.80 $4.61 $9.21
diesel $5.64 $5.42 $10.84

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$4

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$29–$54

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 7.3 0 $2.56 $1.17
Efficient EV 6.1 0 $2.14 $0.98
EV Truck/SUV 9.8 0 $3.42 $1.56

Gas CO2

9 kg

EV CO2

3 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 1 day ago

Origin

Bolingbrook, IL

Late night in Bolingbrook on Monday

Local time

5:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Cloudy

S 15 mph 3% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:21AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 11 at 9:46PM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

Destination

Oak Forest, IL

Late night in Oak Forest on Monday

Local time

5:09 AM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Cloudy

S 15 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 12:21AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 11 at 9:46PM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

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

38m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Oak Forest, IL covers 24.4 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 159th Street, Veterans Memorial Tollway, Adlai Stevenson Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.2 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 $3.71 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 24.4 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 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bolingbrook, IL to Oak Forest, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Southwest Suburbs along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 586 ft to 778 ft elevation with about 296 ft of total climbing.

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