Origin
Crest Hill, IL
Evening in Crest Hill on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Crest Hill, IL to Bolingbrook, IL
Drive Time
5h 2m
Distance
270.9 mi
436 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 49m
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6 AM
5h 2m
8 AM
5h 29m
10 AM
5h 12m
12 PM
5h 9m
3 PM
5h 13m
5 PM
5h 28m
8 PM
4h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Crest Hill, IL
Sergio Zhukov
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Crest Hill to Bolingbrook, expect a 270.9-mile journey that typically takes about 5 hours and 2 minutes to complete. This trip is best tackled as a single-day excursion, as it is easily manageable within a few hours of driving. You will primarily utilize I-55, I-255, and Old Saint Louis Road to navigate across the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $41, the route is relatively affordable for solo drivers or small groups. While the drive is straightforward, you should plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and break up the time behind the wheel. Given the efficient nature of this highway-focused transit, you can comfortably reach your destination in Illinois without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
135.4 miles from Crest Hill, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient experience on this route, as 97% of your travel takes place on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on the interstate, including a significant 256.3-mile stretch on I-55 that serves as the backbone of your journey. Because this is a highway-focused drive, the pace remains consistent and fast-moving throughout the trip. You will not encounter many technical local roads, making this a straightforward experience for those who prefer steady cruising over complex navigation. Prepare for a predictable, high-speed transit that prioritizes speed and directness as you move through the Illinois landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 256.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 255. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Bethesda Drive.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 270.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Bethesda Drive): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 129.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Bethesda Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Bethesda Drive
Navigation decision point
8
21.4 mi into trip
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~29m in
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I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
7
129.3 mi into trip
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~2h 26m in
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I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
158.6 mi into trip
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~2h 57m in
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I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
8
269.4 mi into trip
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~4h 58m in
Take the exit toward IL 53: Bolingbrook, Romeoville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 267
Toward IL 53: Bolingbrook, Romeoville
Towns Along This Route
Between Crest Hill, IL and Bolingbrook, IL, road signs point toward Springfield, Kansas City and Peoria.
Springfield
21.4 mi in
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~29m
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via I 55
Kansas City
21.4 mi in
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~29m
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via I 55
Peoria
158.6 mi in
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~2h 57m
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via I 55
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 256.3 mi | 4h 38m |
| I 255 | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| Old Saint Louis Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| South Bolingbrook Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| New Missouri Avenue | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| South 88th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Bernard Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Bethesda Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 256.3 mi, about 4h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crest Hill, IL and Bolingbrook, IL.
1
Start on Belvedere Drive
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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Belvedere Drive
2
At end of road, turn left onto Bethesda Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
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Bethesda Drive
3
Turn right onto Bernard Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Bernard Drive
4
Turn straight onto Eiler Road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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Eiler Road
5
Turn left onto IL 13
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Saint Louis Road
6
Enter roundabout onto IL 157
17 ft
·
0 sec
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South 88th Street
7
Continue on IL 157
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South 88th Street
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
9
Merge onto IL 15
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
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New Missouri Avenue
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago
11
Merge onto I 255; US 50
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
I 255; US 50
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East: Indianapolis, Chicago
13
Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40
8.3 mi
·
9 min
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I 55; I 70; US 40
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
108 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
Use the none lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
111 mi
·
2 hr
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Use the none lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 267
Toward IL 53: Bolingbrook, Romeoville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn left onto IL 53
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Bolingbrook Drive
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on IL 53
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Bolingbrook Drive
20
Arrive at destination
IL 53
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 5-hour drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid potential traffic congestion on the major interstates. Since the route is dominated by high-speed highway travel, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the long 256.3-mile stretch on I-55 to avoid unnecessary delays. Plan your single required stop strategically to coincide with the midway point of your trip, which will help keep your energy levels consistent. The flexibility of a one-day trip allows you to adjust your departure time based on real-time traffic conditions. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the longest highway portions, as consistent speeds can sometimes lead to higher consumption than expected.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 135.4 miles from Crest Hill, IL, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 256.3 miles.
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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.4 miles or 2h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bolingbrook, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Crest Hill, 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 Crest Hill, IL
This is one driving day of about 270.9 miles and 5h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Crest Hill, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 256.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 135.4 mi from Crest Hill, IL · 2h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
135 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 135.4 miles from Crest Hill, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 256.3 miles.
Arriving in Bolingbrook, IL
The final approach into Bolingbrook, 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 Bolingbrook, IL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.15 one way
$82.29 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $45.36 | $90.72 |
| premium | $4.80 | $51.14 | $102.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.18 | $120.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.3 | 1 | $28.44 | $13.00 |
| Efficient EV | 67.7 | 0 | $23.70 | $10.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.4 | 1 | $37.93 | $17.34 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Bolingbrook, IL
Evening in Bolingbrook on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
53°F
Bloomington, IL
135 mi in
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
24 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
5h 2m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Crest Hill, IL to Bolingbrook, IL covers 270.9 miles and takes about 5h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 255, Old Saint Louis Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 135.4 miles from Crest Hill, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.15 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 270.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Bethesda Drive): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 129.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Crest Hill, IL and Bolingbrook, IL, road signs point toward Springfield, Kansas City and Peoria.
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