Origin
Edwardsville, IL
Evening in Edwardsville on Sunday
Local time
6:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edwardsville, IL to Rosewood Heights, IL
Drive Time
18m
Distance
9.8 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edwardsville, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Rosewood Heights, IL
NIKOLAI FOMIN
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip between Edwardsville and Rosewood Heights, you are looking at a brief 9.8-mile journey that typically takes about 18 minutes. This short commute is entirely contained within the Illinois Midwest, making it an ideal candidate for a half-day outing or a simple point-to-point drive. You won't need to budget much for travel expenses, as the estimated fuel cost is only about $1. Since there are no required stops along the way, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. It is a straightforward, practical route for anyone needing to navigate between these two communities.
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
4.9 miles from Edwardsville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. Your path relies on navigating Edwardsville Road, North 9th Street, and North Main Street to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 6.2-mile segment on Edwardsville Road, which serves as the primary backbone of the trip. Because the drive is entirely local, you should be prepared for frequent maneuvering through residential or suburban street layouts. The personality of this route is defined by its steady, low-speed pace rather than long, open stretches of pavement.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Edwardsville Road is the longest continuous segment at about 6.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 143; IL 157 / East Vandalia Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 143; IL 157 / East Vandalia Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (IL 143; IL 159 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles (North 9th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 143; IL 157 / East Vandalia Street
Turn left onto IL 143; IL 157 / East Vandalia Street
Navigation decision point
3
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 143; IL 159 / North Main Street
Turn right onto IL 143; IL 159 / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
3
8.1 mi into trip
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~14m in
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North 9th Street
Turn right onto North 9th Street
Navigation decision point
4
9.6 mi into trip
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~17m in
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West Airline Court
Turn left onto West Airline Court
Navigation decision point
4
9.7 mi into trip
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~18m in
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Northmoor Place
Turn right onto Northmoor Place
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Edwardsville Road | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| North 9th Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| East Edwardsville Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Vandalia Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Airline Court | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northmoor Place | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Buchanan Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Edwardsville Road
— 6.2 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edwardsville, IL and Rosewood Heights, IL.
1
Start on South Buchanan Street
120 ft
·
9 sec
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South Buchanan Street
2
Turn left onto IL 143; IL 157
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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East Vandalia Street
3
Turn right onto IL 143; IL 159
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North Main Street
4
Continue on IL 143
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Edwardsville Road
5
Turn slight right
116 ft
·
4 sec
6
Turn straight onto East Edwardsville Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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East Edwardsville Road
7
Turn right onto North 9th Street
1.5 mi
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3 min
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North 9th Street
8
Turn left onto West Airline Court
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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West Airline Court
9
Turn right onto Northmoor Place
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
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Northmoor Place
10
Arrive at destination
Northmoor Place
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 18-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to bypass typical peak traffic hours if you prefer a quieter experience. You won't need to worry about planning rest breaks or complex refueling stops given the minimal $1 fuel requirement for the 9.8-mile distance. Keep your focus on the turns, as the lack of highway segments means you will be navigating local intersections for the duration of the trip. Since the drive is so efficient, use that saved time to explore your destination immediately upon arrival. Always double-check your navigation before pulling out, as the reliance on local streets like North Main Street requires staying alert to signage.
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 4.9 miles from Edwardsville, IL, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.2 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 9.8 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.9 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rosewood Heights, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edwardsville, 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 Edwardsville, IL
This is one driving day of about 9.8 miles and 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Edwardsville, 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.
The longest stretch is on Edwardsville Road for about 6.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.9 mi from Edwardsville, IL · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.9 miles from Edwardsville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rosewood Heights, IL
The final approach into Rosewood Heights, 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 Rosewood Heights, 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
$1.49 one way
$2.98 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.64 | $3.28 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.85 | $3.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.18 | $4.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.03 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Rosewood Heights, IL
Evening in Rosewood Heights on Sunday
Local time
6:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°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
11 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
18m 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 Edwardsville, IL to Rosewood Heights, IL covers 9.8 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Edwardsville Road, North 9th Street, North Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.9 miles from Edwardsville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.49 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.
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 143; IL 157 / East Vandalia Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (IL 143; IL 159 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 8.1 miles (North 9th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Edwardsville, IL to Rosewood Heights, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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