Origin
Cicero, IL
Night in Cicero on Wednesday
Local time
10:07 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cicero, IL to Highland Park, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
42m
Distance
27.7 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 44m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 49m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Highland Park, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cicero, IL to Highland Park, IL covers 27.7 miles and takes about 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Roosevelt Road, South Cicero Avenue, West Madison Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.33 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
13.9 miles from Cicero, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 42m drive with frequent turns across 27.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Roosevelt Road 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 Highland Park, IL is easy. At 42m 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 Highland Park, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Roosevelt Road | — | — |
| South Cicero Avenue | — | — |
| West Madison Street | — | — |
| South Pulaski Road | — | — |
| West Belden Avenue | — | — |
| North Pulaski Road | — | — |
| West Irving Park Road | — | — |
| Kennedy Irving Park Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Roosevelt Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cicero, IL and Highland Park, IL.
1
Start on South Laramie Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Laramie Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Roosevelt Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Roosevelt Road
3
Turn left onto South Cicero Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Cicero Avenue
4
Turn right onto West Madison Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Madison Street
5
Turn left onto South Pulaski Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Pulaski Road
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Belden Avenue
171 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Belden Avenue
7
Turn left onto North Pulaski Road
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
North Pulaski Road
8
Turn left onto West Irving Park Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
West Irving Park Road
9
Turn slight right onto Kennedy Irving Park Road
390 ft
·
16 sec
·
Kennedy Irving Park Road
10
Turn right onto North Keeler Avenue
394 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Keeler Avenue
11
Take the ramp left toward I 90 West, I 94 West
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
I 90 West, I 94 West
12
Merge slight left onto Kennedy Expressway
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Kennedy Expressway
13
Continue on Edens Expressway
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Edens Expressway
14
Keep slight left to continue on Skokie Highway
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Skokie Highway
15
Take the exit slight right toward Central Avenue East
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Central Avenue East
16
Turn straight onto Deerfield Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Deerfield Road
17
Continue on Central Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Central Avenue
18
Turn right onto Green Bay Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Green Bay Road
19
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 13.9 miles from Cicero, IL, or about 21m 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 27.7 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.9 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Highland Park, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Cicero, IL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cicero, IL
This is one driving day of about 27.7 miles and 42m.
At 27.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.9 mi from Cicero, IL · 21m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 27.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.9 miles from Cicero, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Highland Park, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Highland Park, 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
$4.33 one way
$8.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.75 | $9.51 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.33 | $10.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.12 | $12.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 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 | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
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
Highland Park, IL
Night in Highland Park on Wednesday
Local time
10:07 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
42m 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 Highland Park, IL covers 27.7 miles and takes about 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Roosevelt Road, South Cicero Avenue, West Madison Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.9 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 $4.33 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 Highland Park, IL is easy. At 42m 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 Highland Park, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cicero, IL to Highland Park, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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