Origin
Cicero, IL
Afternoon in Cicero on Tuesday
Local time
4:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cicero, IL to South Elgin, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
55m
Distance
35 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Elgin, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Cicero, IL to South Elgin, IL covers 35 miles and takes about 55m 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 $5.47 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
17.5 miles from Cicero, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 55m drive with frequent turns across 35 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 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 South Elgin, IL is easy. At 55m 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 South Elgin, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Flournoy Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 290 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Eisenhower Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 20 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lake Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Lake Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Naperville Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Bartlett Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Flournoy Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cicero, IL and South Elgin, 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
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 20 West, IL 64 West: Lake Street, York Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 20 West, IL 64 West: Lake Street, York Road
7
Keep slight left to continue on US 20 West: Lake Street
5.3 mi
·
8 min
·
US 20 West: Lake Street
8
Continue on Lake Street
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Lake Street
9
Continue on Lake Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Street
10
Continue on West Lake Street
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
West Lake Street
11
Turn left onto Naperville Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Naperville Road
12
Turn right onto West Bartlett Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
West Bartlett Road
13
Continue on Middle Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Middle Street
14
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Gilbert Street
341 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Gilbert Street
15
Turn left onto East State Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
East State Street
16
Turn left onto South Center Street
39 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Center Street
17
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 17.5 miles from Cicero, IL, or about 27m 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 35 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.5 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Elgin, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cicero, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cicero, IL
This is one driving day of about 35 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Cicero, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.5 mi from Cicero, IL · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from Cicero, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Elgin, IL
The final approach into South Elgin, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around South Elgin, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.47 one way
$10.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.01 | $12.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.74 | $13.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
South Elgin, IL
Afternoon in South Elgin on Tuesday
Local time
4:35 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
2 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
55m 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 South Elgin, IL covers 35 miles and takes about 55m 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 17.5 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 $5.47 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.
The drive from Cicero, IL to South Elgin, IL is easy. At 55m 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 South Elgin, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Cicero, IL to South Elgin, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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