Origin
Burr Ridge, IL
Night in Burr Ridge on Sunday
Local time
9:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burr Ridge, IL to Chicago, IL
Drive Time
27m
Distance
17.1 mi
28 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
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6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burr Ridge, IL
Choco Kitty
Chicago, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Burr Ridge to downtown Chicago, you are in for a quick 17.1-mile journey. Typically taking about 27 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You can expect to spend approximately $3 on fuel for the trek, making it a very budget-friendly commute. By utilizing South County Line Road, I-55 North, and the Adlai Stevenson Expressway, you will navigate directly through the Midwest landscape. Since the origin and destination both sit within Illinois, the transition is seamless and familiar for local travelers. It is a straightforward route that prioritizes efficiency over sightseeing.
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
8.6 miles from Burr Ridge, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 17.1-mile path functions as a turn-heavy local drive rather than an open-road cruise. You will find that the highway share is effectively zero, as the route relies heavily on local navigation and the Adlai Stevenson Expressway to bridge the gap. Because the longest stretch on South County Line Road is zero miles, you should be prepared for frequent adjustments and turns. The personality of this drive is defined by its urban connectivity, requiring your full attention as you transition off the local roads and onto the expressway. Expect a functional, stop-and-go experience rather than a monotonous interstate grind.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 9.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Adlai Stevenson Expressway and Stevenson Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South County Line Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 17.1 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 0.1 miles (South County Line Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South County Line Road
Turn left onto South County Line Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge onto I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
8
14.3 mi into trip
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~20m in
Take the exit toward Damen Avenue, Ashland Avenue
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 290
Toward Damen Avenue, Ashland Avenue
8
14.4 mi into trip
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~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Damen Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Damen Avenue
9
14.7 mi into trip
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~21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Ashland Market Place, South Damen Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Ashland Market Place, South Damen Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 9.8 mi | 13m |
| Stevenson Expressway | 3.6 mi | 4m |
| West Cermak Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Damen Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Blue Island Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South County Line Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 77th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
— 9.8 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burr Ridge, IL and Chicago, IL.
1
Start on 77th Street
0.1 mi
·
40 sec
·
77th Street
2
Turn left onto South County Line Road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
South County Line Road
Use the left / none lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 55 North
4
Merge onto I 55
9.8 mi
·
13 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
5
Continue on I 55
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Stevenson Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 290
Toward Damen Avenue, Ashland Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Damen Avenue
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
440 ft
·
12 sec
Toward Ashland Market Place, South Damen Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Turn straight onto South Damen Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Damen Avenue
10
Turn right onto South Blue Island Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Blue Island Avenue
Use the none lane.
11
Turn right onto West Cermak Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cermak Road
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right
152 ft
·
11 sec
13
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 27-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule, allowing you to depart whenever best suits your plans. With zero scheduled stops required, you can power through the entire 17.1 miles without needing to plan for rest breaks or refueling. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should monitor your GPS closely to navigate the local road transitions successfully. Since fuel costs are minimal at roughly $3, you won't need to worry about scouting gas stations along the way. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by heading out during off-peak hours to ensure the most efficient transit possible.
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 8.6 miles from Burr Ridge, IL, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.8 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 17.1 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.6 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chicago, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Burr Ridge, 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 Burr Ridge, IL
This is one driving day of about 17.1 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burr Ridge, 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 Adlai Stevenson Expressway for about 9.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.6 mi from Burr Ridge, IL · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.6 miles from Burr Ridge, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chicago, IL
The final approach into Chicago, 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 Chicago, 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
$2.60 one way
$5.19 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.86 | $5.73 |
| premium | $4.80 | $3.23 | $6.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.80 | $7.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.39 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Chicago, IL
Night in Chicago on Sunday
Local time
9:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°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
6 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
27m 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 Burr Ridge, IL to Chicago, IL covers 17.1 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Adlai Stevenson Expressway, Stevenson Expressway, West Cermak Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.6 miles from Burr Ridge, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.60 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 10 significant decision points across 17.1 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 0.1 miles (South County Line Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Burr Ridge, IL to Chicago, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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