Origin
Cicero, IL
Night in Cicero on Thursday
Local time
9:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cicero, IL to Rolling Meadows, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
41m
Distance
28.6 mi
46 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 45m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rolling Meadows, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cicero, IL to Rolling Meadows, IL covers 28.6 miles and takes about 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 290, Eisenhower Expressway, IL 53 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.4 miles on I 290. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.47 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 41m. Total distance: 28.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 41m highway drive covering 28.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 290 and Eisenhower Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.4 miles on I 290.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 10 decision points packed into just 28.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.
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 10 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
5
27.7 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
Rohlwing Road
Turn left onto Rohlwing Road
Navigation decision point
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 Rolling Meadows, 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 |
| IL 53 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| South Laramie Avenue | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Campbell Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| West Flournoy Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Rohlwing Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Kirchoff Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 290
— 15.4 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cicero, IL and Rolling Meadows, 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
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward Kirchoff Road
Use the right lane.
8
Turn sharp right onto Kirchoff Road
401 ft
·
18 sec
·
Kirchoff Road
9
Turn left onto Rohlwing Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Rohlwing Road
10
Turn right onto Campbell Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Campbell Street
11
Turn left onto Bluebird Lane
253 ft
·
11 sec
·
Bluebird Lane
12
Arrive at destination
Bluebird Lane
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.47 one way
$8.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.91 | $9.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.50 | $11.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.31 | $12.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.50 | $1.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Rolling Meadows, IL
Night in Rolling Meadows on Thursday
Local time
9:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
1 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
41m 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 Rolling Meadows, IL covers 28.6 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 290, Eisenhower Expressway, IL 53. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.3 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 $4.47 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 10 decision points packed into just 28.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.
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 Rolling Meadows, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Milwaukee along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
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