Origin
Cypress, IL
Afternoon in Cypress on Thursday
Local time
12:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cypress, IL to Omar, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
14m
Distance
10.5 mi
17 km
Drive Score
4/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Omar, IL
NIKOLAI FOMIN
Trip Overview
The drive from Cypress, IL to Omar, IL covers 10.5 miles and takes about 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on IL 37, Carter Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.5 miles on IL 37. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.64 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 10.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (100%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 14m highway drive covering 10.5 miles, with most of the trip on IL 37 and Carter Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 10.5 miles on IL 37.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 3 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 37 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 37 and Carter Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 37.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cypress, IL to Omar, IL is easy. At 14m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
There is one spot that needs extra attention: near the start (IL 37): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
1 of 1 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
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IL 37
Turn left onto IL 37
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 37 | 10.5 mi | 14m |
| Carter Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 37
— 10.5 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cypress, IL and Omar, IL.
1
Start on Carter Street
95 ft
·
8 sec
·
Carter Street
2
Turn left onto IL 37
10 mi
·
14 min
·
IL 37
3
Arrive at destination
IL 37
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.64 one way
$3.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.80 | $3.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.02 | $4.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.32 | $4.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.10 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Omar, IL
Afternoon in Omar on Thursday
Local time
12:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
75°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
14m 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 Cypress, IL to Omar, IL covers 10.5 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 37, Carter Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.2 miles from Cypress, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.64 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 Cypress, IL to Omar, IL is easy. At 14m with 100% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
There is one spot that needs extra attention: near the start (IL 37): Navigation decision point.
The route from Cypress, IL to Omar, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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