Origin
Chatsworth, IL
Afternoon in Chatsworth on Thursday
Local time
1:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chatsworth, IL to Chicago, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
101.8 mi
164 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chatsworth, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Chicago, IL
Otoniel Alvarado
Trip Overview
The drive from Chatsworth, IL to Chicago, IL covers 101.8 miles and takes about 1h 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Walnut Street, South 7th Street, East 800 N Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.92 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.
Midpoint
50.9 miles from Chatsworth, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 101.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m 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 1h 45m drive with frequent turns across 101.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Walnut 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 Chatsworth, IL to Chicago, IL is easy. At 1h 45m 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 Chatsworth, IL to Chicago, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Walnut Street | — | — |
| South 7th Street | — | — |
| East 800 N Road | — | — |
| I-57 North | — | — |
| Dan Ryan Expressway | — | — |
| Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) | — | — |
| Canalport Avenue | — | — |
| South Ruble Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Walnut Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chatsworth, IL and Chicago, IL.
1
Start on 4th Street
272 ft
·
17 sec
·
4th Street
2
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Walnut Street
3
Continue on South 7th Street
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
South 7th Street
4
Turn left onto East 800 N Road
15 mi
·
20 min
·
East 800 N Road
5
Take the ramp slight left toward I-57 North: Kankakee
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
I-57 North: Kankakee
6
Merge slight left
75 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
7
Continue on Dan Ryan Expressway
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway
8
Keep slight left to continue on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
9
Take the exit slight right toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
10
Turn slight left onto South Ruble Street
243 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Ruble Street
11
Turn slight left
75 ft
·
5 sec
12
Turn left onto South Canalport Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Canalport Avenue
13
Turn left onto South Halsted Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
South Halsted Street
14
Turn right onto West Cermak Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Cermak Road
15
Turn left
151 ft
·
11 sec
16
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
17
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.9 miles from Chatsworth, IL, or about 52m 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 22 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.9 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chicago, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Chatsworth, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Chatsworth, IL
This is one driving day of about 101.8 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Chatsworth, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.9 mi from Chatsworth, IL · 52m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.9 miles from Chatsworth, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.92 one way
$31.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.47 | $34.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.59 | $39.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.48 | $44.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.69 | $4.89 |
| Efficient EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.91 | $4.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.25 | $6.52 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Afternoon in Chicago on Thursday
Local time
1:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
18 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
1h 45m 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 Chatsworth, IL to Chicago, IL covers 101.8 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Walnut Street, South 7th Street, East 800 N Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.9 miles from Chatsworth, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.92 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.
The drive from Chatsworth, IL to Chicago, IL is easy. At 1h 45m 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 Chatsworth, IL to Chicago, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chatsworth, IL to Chicago, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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