Origin
Breese, IL
Late night in Breese on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Breese, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
5h 48m
Distance
306.7 mi
494 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 35m
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6 AM
5h 48m
8 AM
6h 15m
10 AM
5h 58m
12 PM
5h 55m
3 PM
5h 59m
5 PM
6h 13m
8 PM
5h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Breese, IL
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Hoffman Estates, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Breese, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL covers 306.7 miles and takes about 5h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, Tri-State Tollway, US 50 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 232.1 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
153.3 miles from Breese, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 50m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 5h 48m highway drive covering 306.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and Tri-State Tollway. The longest continuous stretch is about 232.1 miles on I 57.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 232.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and Tri-State Tollway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 79.4 miles in near I 57.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 306.7 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 79.4 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 264.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 265.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
79.4 mi into trip
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~1h 29m in
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I 57
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57 toward I 57 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
8
264.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 51m in
Take the exit toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevard, 147th Street, Wisconsin
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 349-350
Toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevar...
8
265.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 349
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
8
289 mi into trip
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~5h 21m in
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I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Take the exit onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago
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 31
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Roc...
8
303.5 mi into trip
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~5h 42m in
Take the exit toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Ro...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Breese, IL and Hoffman Estates, IL, road signs point toward Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Chicago and Saint Charles Road West.
Wisconsin
264.9 mi in
|
~4h 51m
Milwaukee
289 mi in
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~5h 21m
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via I 294
Chicago
289 mi in
|
~5h 21m
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via I 294
Saint Charles Road West
290.7 mi in
|
~5h 25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 232.1 mi | 4h 11m |
| Tri-State Tollway | 22.9 mi | 28m |
| US 50 | 15.9 mi | 18m |
| Franklin Street | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| I 290 | 12.4 mi | 16m |
| East Higgins Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Higgins Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| 12th Street | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 232.1 mi, about 4h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Breese, IL and Hoffman Estates, IL.
1
Start on Old Route 50 West
336 ft
·
15 sec
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Old Route 50 West
2
Turn left onto North Walnut Street
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
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North Walnut Street
3
Continue on Jamestown Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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Jamestown Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
5
Merge onto US 50
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
US 50
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 50; IL 127
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
12th Street
7
Turn left onto US 50
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Franklin Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 50; US 51
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
N Mine St
9
Continue on US 50; US 51
347 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Mine Street
10
Take the exit
134 ft
·
3 sec
11
Turn right onto US 50
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
US 50
12
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
13
Merge onto I 57
47 mi
·
50 min
·
I 57
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
185 mi
·
3 hr 21 min
·
I 57
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 349-350
Toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevard, 147th Street, Wisconsin
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
1.8 mi
·
3 min
Exit 349
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
17
Merge onto I 294
21 mi
·
25 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit onto I 294
321 ft
·
7 sec
·
Tri-State Tollway
Exit 31
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Exit 31
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North: Rockford, Milwaukee
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 290 West: Rockford
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Saint Charles Road West
23
Merge onto I 290
12 mi
·
16 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Use the right lane.
25
Turn left onto IL 72
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Higgins Road
Use the left lane.
26
Continue on IL 72
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Higgins Road
27
Turn left onto North Roselle Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Roselle Road
28
Turn left onto Bode Road
15 ft
·
0 sec
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Bode Road
29
Arrive at destination
Bode Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 153.3 miles from Breese, IL, or about 2h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 232.1 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 153.3 miles or 2h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hoffman Estates, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Breese, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Breese, IL
This is one driving day of about 306.7 miles and 5h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Breese, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 232.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 153.3 mi from Breese, IL · 2h 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
153 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 153.3 miles from Breese, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 232.1 miles.
Arriving in Hoffman Estates, IL
The final approach into Hoffman Estates, 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 Hoffman Estates, IL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$47.95 one way
$95.90 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
107 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $52.65 | $105.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $59.02 | $118.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $67.72 | $135.43 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.37
Tri-state Tollway
(22.9 mi)
$1.37
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
$48
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 107.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 92 | 1 | $32.20 | $14.72 |
| Efficient EV | 76.7 | 0 | $26.84 | $12.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 122.7 | 1 | $42.94 | $19.63 |
Gas CO2
107 kg
EV CO2
36 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Hoffman Estates, IL
Late night in Hoffman Estates on Wednesday
Local time
4:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
11 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
5h 48m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Breese, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL covers 306.7 miles and takes about 5h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, Tri-State Tollway, US 50. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 153.3 miles from Breese, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.95 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 306.7 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 79.4 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 264.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 265.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Breese, IL and Hoffman Estates, IL, road signs point toward Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Chicago and Saint Charles Road West.
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