Origin
Edwardsville, IL
Afternoon in Edwardsville on Sunday
Local time
4:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edwardsville, IL to Schaumburg, IL
Drive Time
5h 15m
Distance
279.3 mi
449 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 2m
★
6 AM
5h 15m
8 AM
5h 42m
10 AM
5h 25m
12 PM
5h 22m
3 PM
5h 26m
5 PM
5h 41m
8 PM
5h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edwardsville, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Schaumburg, IL
Wolfgang Weiser
Trip Overview
Traveling from Edwardsville to Schaumburg covers 279.3 miles across the Illinois heartland. Expect a total drive time of approximately 5 hours and 15 minutes, making this a very manageable single-day trip. You will primarily utilize I-55, the Veterans Memorial Tollway, and I-290 to reach your destination. Budget about $42 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Since the entire journey stays within the Midwest, the transition between these two Illinois hubs is straightforward and consistent. Because of the manageable duration, you won't need to plan for an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace.
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
139.6 miles from Edwardsville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 90% of your journey spent on high-speed interstates. You will settle into a long, consistent rhythm for the majority of the trip, specifically during the 245.7-mile stretch on I-55. While the path is efficient for point-to-point travel, be prepared for the monotonous nature of a long interstate transit. As you approach the Schaumburg area, the transition from open highway to the busier corridors of the Veterans Memorial Tollway and I-290 marks a noticeable shift in traffic density. Expect a functional, direct experience behind the wheel rather than a winding or technical backroads tour.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 245.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Veterans Memorial Tollway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.1 miles in near I 55.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 279.3 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 4.1 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 107.9 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 137.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
4.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 55
Merge onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago, Springfield
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 55 North: Chicago, Springfield
7
107.9 mi into trip
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~1h 59m 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
137.3 mi into trip
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~2h 30m 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
249.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
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 269
Toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest...
8
275.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 7m in
Take the exit toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Ro...
Towns Along This Route
Between Edwardsville, IL and Schaumburg, IL, road signs point toward Peoria and Southwest Suburbs.
Peoria
137.3 mi in
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~2h 30m
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via I 55
Southwest Suburbs
249.7 mi in
|
~4h 34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 245.7 mi | 4h 26m |
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 19.2 mi | 24m |
| I 290 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| Marine Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Higgins Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Higgins Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Roselle Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| IL 143 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 245.7 mi, about 4h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edwardsville, IL and Schaumburg, IL.
1
Start on South Buchanan Street
120 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Buchanan Street
2
Turn right onto IL 143; IL 157
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Vandalia Street
3
Continue on IL 143
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Marine Road
4
Turn left onto IL 143
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
IL 143
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 55
104 mi
·
1 hr 52 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North: Chicago, Springfield
Use the none lane.
7
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.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
112 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 269
Toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 355 North: Northwest Suburbs
Use the none lane.
11
Merge onto I 355
19 mi
·
24 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 290
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto IL 72
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Higgins Road
Use the left / none lanes.
15
Continue on IL 72
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Higgins Road
16
Turn left onto North Roselle Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Roselle Road
Use the none lane.
17
Turn right onto West Thacker Street
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Thacker Street
18
Turn left onto North Pleasant Drive
426 ft
·
18 sec
·
North Pleasant Drive
19
Arrive at destination
North Pleasant Drive
Trip Plan
Planning for one stop is the most efficient way to break up your 5-hour and 15-minute journey. Since I-55 makes up the bulk of your travel, try to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours near major urban centers along the corridor. Keep your $42 fuel budget in mind, and consider fueling up before hitting the tollways to potentially manage your expenses more effectively. Flexibility is a major advantage on this route, as you can easily complete the drive in one go without the need for extensive overnight logistics. Given the heavy reliance on interstates, always check for construction updates on I-55 before you head out to ensure your travel time remains as estimated.
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 139.6 miles from Edwardsville, IL, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 245.7 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 139.6 miles or 2h 33m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Schaumburg, 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 279.3 miles and 5h 15m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 245.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 139.6 mi from Edwardsville, IL · 2h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
140 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 139.6 miles from Edwardsville, 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 245.7 miles.
Arriving in Schaumburg, IL
The final approach into Schaumburg, 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 Schaumburg, 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
$42.42 one way
$84.85 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
98 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $46.77 | $93.53 |
| premium | $4.80 | $52.73 | $105.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $62.05 | $124.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.35
Veterans Memorial Tollway
(19.2 mi)
$1.35
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 97.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 83.8 | 1 | $29.33 | $13.41 |
| Efficient EV | 69.8 | 0 | $24.44 | $11.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 111.7 | 1 | $39.10 | $17.88 |
Gas CO2
98 kg
EV CO2
33 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
Schaumburg, IL
Afternoon in Schaumburg on Sunday
Local time
4:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
53°F
Bloomington, IL
140 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
12 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 15m 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 Edwardsville, IL to Schaumburg, IL covers 279.3 miles and takes about 5h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, Veterans Memorial Tollway, I 290. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 139.6 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 $42.42 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 279.3 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 4.1 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 107.9 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 137.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Edwardsville, IL and Schaumburg, IL, road signs point toward Peoria and Southwest Suburbs.
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