Origin
Calumet City, IL
Afternoon in Calumet City on Sunday
Local time
3:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Calumet City, IL to Crestwood, IL
Drive Time
5h 59m
Distance
319.4 mi
514 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$49
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 47m
★
6 AM
6h 0m
8 AM
6h 26m
10 AM
6h 9m
12 PM
6h 6m
3 PM
6h 10m
5 PM
6h 24m
8 PM
5h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Calumet City, IL
Lorenc Memaga
Crestwood, IL
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Calumet City to Crestwood, expect a straightforward journey spanning 319.4 miles across the Illinois landscape. This drive typically takes about 5 hours and 59 minutes to complete, making it manageable as a single-day trip. You will primarily navigate via I-57, the Ken Gray Expressway, and the Tri-State Tollway. Budgeting approximately $49 for fuel should cover your transit needs for the day. Since both the origin and destination are situated within the Midwest, the trip maintains a consistent regional character throughout.
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
159.7 miles from Calumet City, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as 95% of your time will be spent on major thoroughfares. The road’s personality is defined by efficiency rather than winding backroads, keeping you moving steadily toward your destination. You will tackle a significant 252.8-mile stretch along I-57, which serves as the backbone of this interstate journey. Because the route is so heavily oriented toward high-speed travel, you should be prepared for a consistent, high-mileage pace behind the wheel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 252.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and Ken Gray Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near IL 83 / Torrence Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 319.4 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 1.5 miles (IL 83 / Torrence Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.5 mi into trip
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~3m in
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IL 83 / Torrence Avenue
Turn left onto IL 83 / Torrence Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
4.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 80 West, I 294 North, I 94 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North, I 94 West
8
4.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 West, I 294 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North
8
9.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
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I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 West: Iowa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
7
13.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 57 South: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 151A
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 252.8 mi | 4h 32m |
| Ken Gray Expressway | 46.8 mi | 50m |
| Tri-State Tollway | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| I 80 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Power Plant Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| Torrence Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Pulaski Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Lake Egypt Road | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 252.8 mi, about 4h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Calumet City, IL and Crestwood, IL.
1
Start on Pulaski Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Pulaski Road
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto IL 83
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Torrence Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North, I 94 West
Use the right lane.
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North
Use the slight left lane.
5
Merge onto I 80; I 294
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the none lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 80
Exit 5
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 151A
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Merge onto I 57
187 mi
·
3 hr 22 min
·
I 57
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 57
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 57
47 mi
·
50 min
·
Ken Gray Expressway
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 45
Toward IL 148
12
Turn right onto IL 148
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 148
13
Turn left onto IL 37
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
IL 37
14
Turn right onto Lake Egypt Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Egypt Road
15
Turn right onto Power Plant Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Power Plant Road
16
Turn left onto McKinney Chapel Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
McKinney Chapel Road
17
Turn right onto Ridgeway
283 ft
·
17 sec
·
Ridgeway
18
Turn left onto Pinewood Drive
385 ft
·
17 sec
·
Pinewood Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Pinewood Drive
Trip Plan
Given the nearly six-hour duration, try to time your departure to avoid peak congestion on the major tollways. You only need one planned stop to break up the drive, which provides enough flexibility to stretch your legs without significantly delaying your arrival. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during that long 252.8-mile segment on I-57 to ensure you don't run low between service areas. Since this is a one-day commitment, prioritize a comfortable morning start to ensure you reach Crestwood with plenty of daylight left.
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 159.7 miles from Calumet City, IL, or about 2h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 252.8 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 159.7 miles or 2h 59m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crestwood, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Calumet City, 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 Calumet City, IL
This is one driving day of about 319.4 miles and 5h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Calumet City, 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 252.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 159.7 mi from Calumet City, IL · 2h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
160 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 159.7 miles from Calumet City, 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 252.8 miles.
Arriving in Crestwood, IL
The final approach into Crestwood, 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 Crestwood, 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
$48.51 one way
$97.03 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
112 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $53.48 | $106.96 |
| premium | $4.80 | $60.30 | $120.59 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $70.96 | $141.92 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.29
Tri-state Tollway
(4.8 mi)
$0.29
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
$49
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 111.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 95.8 | 1 | $33.54 | $15.33 |
| Efficient EV | 79.9 | 0 | $27.95 | $12.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 127.8 | 1 | $44.72 | $20.44 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
37 kg (67% 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
Crestwood, IL
Afternoon in Crestwood on Sunday
Local time
3:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
28 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
5h 59m 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 Calumet City, IL to Crestwood, IL covers 319.4 miles and takes about 5h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, Ken Gray Expressway, Tri-State Tollway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 159.7 miles from Calumet City, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.51 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 18 significant decision points across 319.4 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 1.5 miles (IL 83 / Torrence Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Calumet City, IL to Crestwood, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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