Origin
Chicago, IL
Evening in Chicago on Sunday
Local time
7:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chicago, IL to Bensenville, IL
Drive Time
34m
Distance
21.9 mi
35 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 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chicago, IL
Otoniel Alvarado
Bensenville, IL
Pho Tomass
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick getaway from Chicago to Bensenville, you are looking at a short, 21.9-mile journey that typically takes about 34 minutes. This straightforward trip across the Midwest stays entirely within Illinois, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will primarily utilize the Eisenhower Expressway and I-290, which account for the bulk of your travel time. With fuel costs estimated around $3, this is an incredibly budget-friendly drive that requires no overnight stops. Because the distance is so manageable, you have the flexibility to head out whenever it suits your schedule without worrying about complex logistics or multi-day planning.
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
11 miles from Chicago, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 74% of your time behind the wheel will be spent on major thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during your 12.1-mile run along the Eisenhower Expressway, where you will experience the bulk of the traffic flow. While South Ashland Avenue helps facilitate your transition through the local urban landscape, the majority of the route is designed for efficiency rather than leisure. You will notice a distinct shift from the dense city environment of Chicago as you transition onto the faster-paced interstate segments. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
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.
Eisenhower Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 12.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Eisenhower Expressway and I 290. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West Cermak Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 21.9 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 0.2 miles (West Cermak Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (South Ashland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Cermak Road
At end of road, turn left onto West Cermak Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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South Ashland Avenue
Turn right onto South Ashland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
15 mi into trip
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~23m in
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I 290
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290 toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford,...
8
19 mi into trip
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~28m in
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US 20
Take the exit onto US 20 toward US 20 West, IL 64 West: Lake Street, York Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 12
Toward US 20 West, IL 64 West: Lake Street, Yor...
8
19.1 mi into trip
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~29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward York Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward York Road
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Chicago, IL to Bensenville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
Milwaukee
15 mi in
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~23m
|
via I 290
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Eisenhower Expressway | 12.1 mi | 16m |
| I 290 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| South Ashland Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South York Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North York Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Cermak Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Van Buren Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| US 20 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Eisenhower Expressway
— 12.1 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chicago, IL and Bensenville, IL.
1
Start on this road
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto West Cermak Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cermak Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto South Ashland Avenue
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
South Ashland Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto West Van Buren Street
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Van Buren Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 290 West
6
Merge onto I 290; IL 110
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Eisenhower Expressway
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
I 290
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit onto US 20
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 20
Exit 12
Toward US 20 West, IL 64 West: Lake Street, York Road
Use the right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward York Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto North York Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North York Street
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on South York Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South York Road
Use the none lane.
12
Turn left onto West Green Street
85 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Green Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left
56 ft
·
4 sec
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 34-minute hop, you don't need to stress over elaborate rest stops or fuel strategies. However, given that you are navigating major arteries like I-290, checking real-time traffic reports before you leave is the smartest way to ensure a smooth arrival. You should plan to bypass peak rush hour windows to keep your travel time close to the 34-minute estimate. Because the entire route is under 22 miles, you have the freedom to be spontaneous with your departure time. Keep a few dollars set aside for fuel, though your total cost will likely hover right around that $3 mark, making this one of the most economical trips you can take in the region.
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 11 miles from Chicago, IL, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.1 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 21.9 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bensenville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL
This is one driving day of about 21.9 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chicago, 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 Eisenhower Expressway for about 12.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11 mi from Chicago, IL · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 21.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11 miles from Chicago, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bensenville, IL
The final approach into Bensenville, 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 Bensenville, 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
$3.33 one way
$6.65 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.13 | $8.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.87 | $9.73 |
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: 7.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.07 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Bensenville, IL
Evening in Bensenville on Sunday
Local time
7:52 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
34m 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 Chicago, IL to Bensenville, IL covers 21.9 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Eisenhower Expressway, I 290, South Ashland Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11 miles from Chicago, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.33 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 11 significant decision points across 21.9 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 0.2 miles (West Cermak Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (South Ashland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 15 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Chicago, IL to Bensenville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
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