Origin
Cicero, IL
Morning in Cicero on Saturday
Local time
6:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cicero, IL to Barrington Hills, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
37.8 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
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.
Barrington Hills, IL
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Trip Overview
This 37.8-mile drive from Cicero, IL, to Barrington Hills, IL, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in under an hour, making it ideal for a single day. You'll spend about 59 minutes on the road, with a projected fuel cost of around $6. The journey primarily utilizes major expressways, offering a direct path through the Midwest region of Illinois. Given its short duration and highway-focused profile, this route is best suited for a quick excursion rather than an overnight adventure. It's a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from one point to another without extensive planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 37.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 37.8-mile journey, with 66% of the route utilizing major roads like I-290 and the Eisenhower Expressway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.4 miles on I-290, allowing for a consistent pace. While much of the drive is on high-speed parkways, you will transition to West Northwest Highway, offering a slight change in scenery and speed as you approach Barrington Hills. This route balances efficient expressway travel with a brief section on a more local artery.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 290 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 290 and Eisenhower Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway.
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 12 decision points packed into just 37.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.1 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway
Merge onto I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
9.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
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 straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford,...
6
25.1 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
IL 53
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
27.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward Kirchoff Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Kirchoff Road
6
28.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
South Plum Grove Road
Turn right onto South Plum Grove Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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 Cicero, IL to Barrington Hills, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
Milwaukee
9.6 mi in
|
~14m
|
via I 290
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 290 | 15.4 mi | 20m |
| Eisenhower Expressway | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| West Northwest Highway | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| IL 53 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| South Plum Grove Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| South Laramie Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Colfax Street | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 290
— 15.4 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cicero, IL and Barrington Hills, IL.
1
Start on South Laramie Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Laramie Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn left onto West Flournoy Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
West Flournoy Street
3
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
this road
Toward I 290 West
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
4
Merge onto I 290; IL 110
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Eisenhower Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290
15 mi
·
20 min
·
I 290
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward Kirchoff Road
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto Kirchoff Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Kirchoff Road
9
Turn right onto South Plum Grove Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South Plum Grove Road
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto West Colfax Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Colfax Street
11
Continue on Sterling Avenue
446 ft
·
19 sec
·
Sterling Avenue
12
Turn left onto US 14
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
West Northwest Highway
13
Turn left onto Lake Cook Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Lake Cook Road
14
Continue on East Main Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
15
Turn left onto Oakdene Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Oakdene Road
16
Turn right onto Oakdene Drive
13 ft
·
0 sec
·
Oakdene Drive
17
Arrive at destination
Oakdene Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.9 mi from Cicero, IL · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Cicero, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Barrington Hills, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Barrington Hills, IL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.91 one way
$11.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.49 | $12.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.27 | $14.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.35 | $16.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.97 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Barrington Hills, IL
Morning in Barrington Hills on Saturday
Local time
6:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
59m 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 Cicero, IL to Barrington Hills, IL covers 37.8 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 290, Eisenhower Expressway, West Northwest Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.9 miles from Cicero, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.91 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 12 decision points packed into just 37.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.1 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Cicero, IL to Barrington Hills, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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