Origin
Chicago, IL
Evening in Chicago on Sunday
Local time
5:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chicago, IL to Lombard, IL
Drive Time
37m
Distance
22.2 mi
36 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chicago, IL
Otoniel Alvarado
Lombard, IL
Rino Adamo
Trip Overview
Traveling from Chicago to Lombard is a straightforward 22.2-mile journey that typically takes about 37 minutes. Because of the short duration, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day outing, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via the Eisenhower Expressway, Roosevelt Road, and South Ashland Avenue. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it is an incredibly budget-friendly commute across the Midwest. Since both locations are firmly within Illinois, you won't experience significant regional transitions, but you will move from the urban density of Chicago into the suburban landscape of Lombard. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you to your destination quickly.
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
11.1 miles from Chicago, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from city streets to highway cruising. Roughly 55% of your trip is spent on the highway, providing a blend of urban navigation and faster transit. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 12.1 miles on the Eisenhower Expressway, which serves as the backbone of your journey. As you leave the city center, the character of the road changes, shifting from the stop-and-go nature of local avenues like South Ashland to the more consistent pace of the expressway. Staying alert is key, as the mix of high-speed lanes and local arterial roads requires you to adjust your driving style throughout the 37-minute duration.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
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 route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 22.2 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 2.7 miles (West Van Buren Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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
|
~2m in
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South Ashland Avenue
Turn right onto South Ashland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
2.7 mi into trip
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~6m in
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West Van Buren Street
Turn left onto West Van Buren Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
15 mi into trip
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~23m in
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I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway toward I 88 West Toll, I 294 South Toll: Aurora, Indiana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West Toll, I 294 South Toll: Aurora...
7
15.9 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward IL 38 West: Roosevelt Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward IL 38 West: Roosevelt Road
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Chicago, IL to Lombard, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Indiana along the way.
Indiana
15 mi in
|
~23m
|
via I 88; IL 110
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Eisenhower Expressway | 12.1 mi | 16m |
| Roosevelt Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| South Ashland Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Westmore Meyers Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Cermak Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Madison Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Grace Street | 0.3 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 Lombard, 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 left at fork onto I 88; IL 110
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West Toll, I 294 South Toll: Aurora, Indiana
Use the slight left lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 294 South, IL 38 West: Indiana, Roosevelt Road
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward IL 38 West: Roosevelt Road
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto IL 38
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Roosevelt Road
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto South Westmore Meyers Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Westmore Meyers Road
Use the none lane.
12
Turn left onto East Madison Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Madison Street
13
Turn right onto South Grace Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Grace Street
14
Arrive at destination
South Grace Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 22.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, be mindful that traffic patterns on the Eisenhower Expressway can fluctuate significantly depending on the time of day. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops given the short length, allowing you to drive straight through to Lombard. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Chicago, though the $3 cost makes refueling a minor expense if needed. A pro tip for this route: pay close attention to signage when transitioning from South Ashland Avenue onto the expressway to ensure you stay on the most efficient path toward your destination.
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 11.1 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 22.2 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.1 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lombard, 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 22.2 miles and 37m.
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 11.1 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 22.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.1 miles from Chicago, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lombard, IL
The final approach into Lombard, 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 Lombard, 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
$3.37 one way
$6.74 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.72 | $7.43 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.93 | $9.86 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.03
Reagan Memorial Tollway
(0.5 mi)
$0.03
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
$3
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.8 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 | 6.7 | 0 | $2.33 | $1.07 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.11 | $1.42 |
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
Lombard, IL
Evening in Lombard on Sunday
Local time
5:44 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
1 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
37m 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 Lombard, IL covers 22.2 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Eisenhower Expressway, Roosevelt Road, South Ashland Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.1 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 $3.37 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 12 significant decision points across 22.2 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 2.7 miles (West Van Buren Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Chicago, IL to Lombard, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Indiana along the way.
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