Origin
Cicero, IL
Evening in Cicero on Wednesday
Local time
5:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cicero, IL to Coral, IL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
58.1 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coral, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cicero, IL to Coral, IL covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Flournoy Street, I 290 West, Eisenhower Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.08 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
29 miles from Cicero, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 15m drive with frequent turns across 58.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Flournoy Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Cicero, IL to Coral, IL is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cicero, IL to Coral, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Flournoy Street | — | — |
| I 290 West | — | — |
| Eisenhower Expressway | — | — |
| IL 72 | — | — |
| East Higgins Road | — | — |
| North Meacham Road | — | — |
| I 90 | — | — |
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Flournoy Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cicero, IL and Coral, IL.
1
Start on South Laramie Avenue
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Laramie Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Flournoy Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
West Flournoy Street
3
Continue on I 290 West
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 290 West
4
Merge slight left onto Eisenhower Expressway
7.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Eisenhower Expressway
5
Keep slight right to continue on I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee
15 mi
·
19 min
·
I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee
6
Take the exit slight right toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
7
Turn left onto East Higgins Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Higgins Road
8
Turn right onto North Meacham Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Meacham Road
9
Turn left onto I 90 Toll West: Rockford
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90 Toll West: Rockford
10
Merge slight left onto Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
11
Take the exit slight right toward US 20: Hampshire, Marengo
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 20: Hampshire, Marengo
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
13
Continue on East Grant Highway
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
·
East Grant Highway
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Grant Highway
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Grant Highway
15
Exit the roundabout onto East Grant Highway
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
East Grant Highway
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward East Grant Highway
197 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Grant Highway
17
Exit the roundabout onto East Grant Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Grant Highway
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 29 miles from Cicero, IL, or about 37m into the drive.
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 13 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coral, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Cicero, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cicero, IL
This is one driving day of about 58.1 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Cicero, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29 mi from Cicero, IL · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29 miles from Cicero, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Coral, IL
The final approach into Coral, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.08 one way
$18.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.97 | $19.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.18 | $22.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.83 | $25.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.13 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Coral, IL
Evening in Coral on Wednesday
Local time
5:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
3 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
1h 15m 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 Coral, IL covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Flournoy Street, I 290 West, Eisenhower Expressway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29 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 $9.08 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.
The drive from Cicero, IL to Coral, IL is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Cicero, IL to Coral, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cicero, IL to Coral, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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