Origin
Carpentersville, IL
Afternoon in Carpentersville on Sunday
Local time
4:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carpentersville, IL to Bolingbrook, IL
Drive Time
58m
Distance
41.6 mi
67 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carpentersville, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Carpentersville to Bolingbrook, you are looking at a straightforward 41.6-mile trek across the Midwest. Covering this distance typically takes about 58 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. You will rely on a combination of Higgins Road, I-290, and I-355 to navigate the corridor. With a fuel budget of approximately $6, this is an economical trip that fits easily into a busy schedule. Because the drive is short, there is no need to plan for overnight stays, allowing you to easily complete the loop in one go. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick visit, the route is designed for efficiency rather than leisure.
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
20.8 miles from Carpentersville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 61% of your journey is spent on major thoroughfares. You will find yourself transitioning from local roads onto the interstate, where the pace picks up significantly. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-355, which spans 15.3 miles of the total distance. While the drive is primarily functional, you will feel the shift in road texture as you move from surface streets onto high-speed lanes. It is a no-nonsense route that prioritizes getting you from point A to point B without unnecessary deviations.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 355 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 355 and Higgins Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near IL 72 / Higgins Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 41.6 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 1.9 miles (IL 72 / Higgins Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
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IL 72 / Higgins Road
Turn left onto IL 72 / Higgins Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
13.7 mi into trip
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~19m in
Take the exit toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 68A-B
Toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs
9
14.2 mi into trip
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~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 68A
Toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West S...
8
20.4 mi into trip
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~28m in
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I 355
Keep slight left at fork onto I 355 toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7
Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
8
35.7 mi into trip
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~47m in
Take the exit toward 63rd Street, Hobson Road
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 17
Toward 63rd Street, Hobson Road
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Carpentersville, IL to Bolingbrook, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Suburbs along the way.
Suburbs
13.7 mi in
|
~19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 355 | 15.3 mi | 19m |
| Higgins Road | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| I 290 | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| IL 53 | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| North Kennedy Drive | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Hobson Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| South Barrington Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 355
— 15.3 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carpentersville, IL and Bolingbrook, IL.
1
Start on IL 25
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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North Kennedy Drive
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto IL 72
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Higgins Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn sharp left onto South Barrington Road
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
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South Barrington Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 90 East Toll: Chicago
5
Merge onto I 90
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 68A-B
Toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 68A
Toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
this road
Exit 68A
Toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs
9
Merge onto I 290; IL 53
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
I 290; IL 53
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 355
15 mi
·
19 min
·
I 355
Exit 7
Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
Use the slight left lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 17
Toward 63rd Street, Hobson Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto 63rd Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
63rd Street
13
Continue on Hobson Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Hobson Road
Use the none lane.
14
Turn left onto IL 53
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 53
Use the left / none lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
IL 53
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively quick trip, you have the advantage of total scheduling flexibility. However, keep in mind that the reliance on I-290 and I-355 means you should check local traffic reports before heading out to avoid peak congestion. Because there are no mandatory stops required for a drive of this length, you can easily fuel up before you depart or upon arrival to maintain your $6 budget. If you prefer a smoother ride, try to time your departure outside of standard morning or evening rush hours. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by keeping your gear packed and ready for a direct, non-stop transit between these two Illinois locations.
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 20.8 miles from Carpentersville, IL, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.3 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 41.6 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.8 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bolingbrook, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Carpentersville, 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 Carpentersville, IL
This is one driving day of about 41.6 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Carpentersville, 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 I 355 for about 15.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.8 mi from Carpentersville, IL · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.8 miles from Carpentersville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bolingbrook, IL
The final approach into Bolingbrook, 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 Bolingbrook, 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
$6.32 one way
$12.64 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.97 | $13.93 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.85 | $15.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.24 | $18.48 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.32
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(4.5 mi)
$0.32
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
$6
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.37 | $2.00 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Bolingbrook, IL
Afternoon in Bolingbrook on Sunday
Local time
4:19 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
3 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
58m 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 Carpentersville, IL to Bolingbrook, IL covers 41.6 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 355, Higgins Road, I 290. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.8 miles from Carpentersville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.32 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 13 significant decision points across 41.6 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 1.9 miles (IL 72 / Higgins Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Carpentersville, IL to Bolingbrook, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Suburbs along the way.
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