Origin
Burbank, IL
Night in Burbank on Wednesday
Local time
10:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burbank, IL to Bolingbrook, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
30m
Distance
20.1 mi
32 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 28m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burbank, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Burbank, IL to Bolingbrook, IL covers 20.1 miles and takes about 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Adlai Stevenson Expressway, Tri-State Tollway, West 95th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.1 miles on Adlai Stevenson Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.14 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
10 miles from Burbank, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Burbank, IL to Bolingbrook, IL covers 20.1 miles and takes about 30m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Adlai Stevenson Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 20.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 30m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Merge onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 23B
Toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
7
8.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
7
18.6 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward IL 53: Bolingbrook
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 267
Toward IL 53: Bolingbrook
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Burbank, IL to Bolingbrook, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
Saint Louis
8 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Tri-State Tollway | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| West 95th Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Bolingbrook Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Ridgeland Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Bolingbrook Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 87th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
— 10.1 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burbank, IL and Bolingbrook, IL.
1
Start on West 87th Street
59 ft
·
3 sec
·
West 87th Street
2
Turn left onto South Ridgeland Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Ridgeland Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto US 12; US 20
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West 95th Street
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 294
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
449 ft
·
11 sec
Exit 23B
Toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 55
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 267
Toward IL 53: Bolingbrook
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto IL 53
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Bolingbrook Drive
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on IL 53
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Bolingbrook Drive
12
Arrive at destination
IL 53
Trip Plan
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 10 miles from Burbank, IL, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.1 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 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10 miles or 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bolingbrook, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Burbank, IL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Burbank, IL
This is one driving day of about 20.1 miles and 30m.
At 20.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Adlai Stevenson Expressway for about 10.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10 mi from Burbank, IL · 15m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10 miles from Burbank, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bolingbrook, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bolingbrook, 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
$3.14 one way
$6.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.45 | $6.90 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.44 | $8.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.31
Tri-state Tollway
(5.2 mi)
$0.31
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
$3
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.29 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Bolingbrook, IL
Night in Bolingbrook on Wednesday
Local time
10:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
30m 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 Burbank, IL to Bolingbrook, IL covers 20.1 miles and takes about 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Adlai Stevenson Expressway, Tri-State Tollway, West 95th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10 miles from Burbank, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.14 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 short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 20.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 30m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Burbank, IL to Bolingbrook, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
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