Origin
Chicago Ridge, IL
Night in Chicago Ridge on Friday
Local time
10:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chicago Ridge, IL to Bolingbrook, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
20.3 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chicago Ridge, IL
Otoniel Alvarado
Trip Overview
This straightforward 20.3-mile drive from Chicago Ridge, IL, to Bolingbrook, IL, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 31 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via the Adlai Stevenson Expressway, Tri-State Tollway, and West 95th Street, with about half of the journey on highways. With a modest estimated fuel cost of $3, this route offers a convenient and budget-friendly option for local travel within the Midwest. It's a practical choice for a quick transit between these two Illinois communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 20.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 50% of it being highway travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.1 miles on the Adlai Stevenson Expressway, offering a period of consistent cruising. This section is characterized by a blend of faster-paced expressway driving and potentially more local road navigation as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient transit rather than a leisurely scenic tour.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Adlai Stevenson Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.1 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 1.3 miles in near US 12; US 20 / West 95th Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 20.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (US 12; US 20 / West 95th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 12; US 20 / West 95th Street
Turn left onto US 12; US 20 / West 95th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
8
8.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 23B
Toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
7
8.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
7
18.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward IL 53: Bolingbrook
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 267
Toward IL 53: Bolingbrook
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Chicago Ridge, IL to Bolingbrook, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
Saint Louis
8.2 mi in
|
~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Tri-State Tollway | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| West 95th Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Ridgeland Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Bolingbrook Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| North Bolingbrook Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
— 10.1 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chicago Ridge, IL and Bolingbrook, IL.
1
Start on South Ridgeland Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Ridgeland Avenue
Use the left lane.
2
Turn left onto US 12; US 20
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West 95th Street
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 294
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
449 ft
·
11 sec
Exit 23B
Toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
Use the right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 55
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 267
Toward IL 53: Bolingbrook
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto IL 53
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Bolingbrook Drive
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on IL 53
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Bolingbrook Drive
11
Arrive at destination
IL 53
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.17 one way
$6.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.48 | $6.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.91 | $7.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.48 | $8.96 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.31
Tri-state Tollway
(5.2 mi)
$0.31
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$0
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.84 | $1.30 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Night in Bolingbrook on Friday
Local time
10:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
WNW 10 to 15 mph
37% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 16 at 2:08PM CDT until April 16 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 12:33PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
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
21 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
31m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chicago Ridge, IL to Bolingbrook, IL covers 20.3 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Adlai Stevenson Expressway, Tri-State Tollway, West 95th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.2 miles from Chicago Ridge, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.17 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 short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 20.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 31m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (US 12; US 20 / West 95th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Chicago Ridge, IL to Bolingbrook, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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