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Trip from Burgess, IL to Naperville, IL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 46m

Distance

172 mi

277 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 36m ★
6 AM
2h 47m
8 AM
3h 9m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 56m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m

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

Downtown Burgess, IL, IL

Burgess, IL

Stéphane Tendon

Trip Overview

The drive from Burgess, IL to Naperville, IL covers 172 miles and takes about 2h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on 235th Street, 40th Avenue, US 67 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.89 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

86 miles from Burgess, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 46m. Total distance: 172 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 2h 46m drive with frequent turns across 172 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
235th Street 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.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Burgess, IL to Naperville, IL is easy. At 2h 46m 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 Burgess, IL to Naperville, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
235th Street
40th Avenue
US 67
IL 17
West Main Street
IL 81
South Street
I 74 West

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: 235th Street — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Burgess, IL and Naperville, IL.

1

Start on 41st Avenue

0.1 mi · 33 sec · 41st Avenue
2

Turn straight onto 235th Street

0.1 mi · 32 sec · 235th Street
3

Turn left onto 40th Avenue

2.6 mi · 10 min · 40th Avenue
4

Turn left onto US 67

5.4 mi · 8 min · US 67
5

Turn right onto IL 17

7.2 mi · 10 min · IL 17
6

Continue on West Main Street

3.7 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
7

At the end of the road, turn left

6.4 mi · 9 min
8

Turn right onto IL 81

0.8 mi · 1 min · IL 81
9

Continue on South Street

0.4 mi · 38 sec · South Street
10

Continue on IL 81

1.2 mi · 1 min · IL 81
11

Take the ramp left toward I 74 West: Moline, Rock Island

0.3 mi · 38 sec · I 74 West: Moline, Rock Island
12

Merge slight left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway

9.8 mi · 10 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
13

Keep slight left to continue on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway

6.3 mi · 6 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
14

Take the exit slight right toward I 88 East, IL 92 East: Sterling, Rock Falls

125 mi · 2 hr 16 min · I 88 East, IL 92 East: Sterling, Rock Falls
15

Take the exit slight right toward Winfield Road

0.4 mi · 49 sec · Winfield Road
16

Turn right onto Winfield Road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · Winfield Road
17

Turn left onto West Diehl Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Diehl Road
18

Turn right onto Mill Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · Mill Street
19

Turn left onto West Ogden Avenue

0.4 mi · 49 sec · West Ogden Avenue
20

Turn left onto North Washington Street

49 ft · 1 sec · North Washington Street
21

Arrive at your destination

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86 miles from Burgess, IL, or about 1h 23m 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 38 miles or 36m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 86 miles or 1h 23m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Naperville, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Burgess, 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 Burgess, IL

This is one driving day of about 172 miles and 2h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Burgess, 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.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 86 mi from Burgess, IL · 1h 23m into the drive

city in Whiteside County, Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sterling, IL

86 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

Dayton, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sterling, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 86 miles from Burgess, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Naperville, IL

The final approach into Naperville, 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 Naperville, 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

$26.89 one way

$53.78 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 60 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $29.52 $59.05
premium $4.89 $33.10 $66.20
diesel $5.61 $37.98 $75.95

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 60.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 51.6 0 $18.06 $8.26
Efficient EV 43 0 $15.05 $6.88
EV Truck/SUV 68.8 0 $24.08 $11.01

Gas CO2

60 kg

EV CO2

20 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Burgess, IL

Morning in Burgess on Thursday

Local time

10:30 AM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Naperville, IL

Morning in Naperville on Thursday

Local time

10:30 AM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

50°F

Sterling, IL

86 mi in

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

2h 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 Burgess, IL to Naperville, IL covers 172 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 235th Street, 40th Avenue, US 67. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86 miles from Burgess, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.89 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Burgess, IL to Naperville, IL is easy. At 2h 46m 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 Burgess, IL to Naperville, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Burgess, IL to Naperville, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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