The drive from Elk Grove, IL to Patton, IL covers 205.8 miles and takes about 4h 48m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on SR 63, Wicker Avenue, Tri-State Tollway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 59.1 miles on SR 63.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.17 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
102.9 miles from Elk Grove, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 24m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 48m. Total distance: 205.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Elk Grove, IL to Patton, IL covers 205.8 miles and takes about 4h 48m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
SR 63 is the longest continuous segment at about 59.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.8 miles in near US 20.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 205.8 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 6.8 miles (US 20): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.8 mi into trip|~12m in|US 20
Take the ramp onto US 20 toward I 290 East, US 20 East: Chicago
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 290 East, US 20 East: Chicago
8
9.8 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the exit toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
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 15A
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
6
10.5 mi into trip|~18m in|I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
8
42 mi into trip|~58m in
Take the exit toward US 6 West, IL 83: Torrence Avenue
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 161
Toward US 6 West, IL 83: Torrence Avenue
9
42.9 mi into trip|~59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 6 West, IL 83 West: Torrence Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 161
Toward US 6 West, IL 83 West: Torrence Avenue
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Elk Grove, IL to Patton, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Indiana along the way.
Indiana
10.5 mi in|~18m|via I 294
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
SR 63
59.1 mi
1h 15m
Wicker Avenue
58.8 mi
1h 18m
Tri-State Tollway
30.9 mi
39m
US 41
21.6 mi
26m
US 150
4.5 mi
6m
Old Paris Road
4.4 mi
9m
York Road
4.3 mi
7m
Torrence Avenue
3.7 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
SR 63
— 59.1 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elk Grove, IL and Patton, IL.
1
Start on South Elmhurst Road
1.0 mi·1 min·South Elmhurst Road
2
Continue on York Road
4.3 mi·7 min·York Road
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on North York Street
1.3 mi·2 min·North York Street
4
Turn right onto Lake Street
0.3 mi·33 sec·Lake Street
5
Turn slight right
147 ft·7 sec
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp onto US 20
3.0 mi·4 min·US 20
Toward I 290 East, US 20 East: ChicagoUse the right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 15AToward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, IndianaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 294
0.4 mi·47 sec·Tri-State Tollway
Exit 15AToward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
1.0 mi·2 min·Tri-State Tollway
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
10
Merge onto I 294
137 ft·1 sec·Tri-State Tollway
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
4.8 mi·5 min·Tri-State Tollway
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 294
3.5 mi·4 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 294
0.9 mi·1 min·Mile-Long Bridge
14
Continue on I 294
15 mi·18 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
6.1 mi·8 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 161Toward US 6 West, IL 83: Torrence AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 161Toward US 6 West, IL 83 West: Torrence AvenueUse the slight left lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
502 ft·12 sec
Toward IL 83 South
19
Turn straight onto IL 83
3.7 mi·5 min·Torrence Avenue
20
Turn left onto IL 83
1.8 mi·2 min·Glenwood Dyer Road
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on US 30
1.0 mi·2 min·Lincoln Highway
22
Continue on US 30
2.7 mi·5 min·Joliet Street
23
Continue on US 30
0.1 mi·20 sec·West Lincoln Highway
24
Turn right onto US 41
59 mi·1 hr 18 min·Wicker Avenue
Use the left lane.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto US 41
22 mi·26 min·US 41
26
Continue on SR 63
59 mi·1 hr 15 min·SR 63
27
Turn right
0.3 mi·1 min
28
Continue on Pennington Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Pennington Road
29
Turn left onto US 150
4.5 mi·6 min·US 150
30
Continue on US 150
1.6 mi·2 min·N 3rd Street
31
Turn right onto West Paris Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·West Paris Avenue
32
Continue on Old Paris Road
2.0 mi·4 min·Old Paris Road
33
Turn left onto Old Paris Road
2.5 mi·4 min·Old Paris Road
34
Turn left onto 74th Place
0.6 mi·2 min·74th Place
35
Turn right onto East 2250th Road
1.4 mi·5 min·East 2250th Road
36
Arrive at destination
East 2250th Road
Trip Plan
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 102.9 miles from Elk Grove, IL, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.1 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 45 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.9 miles or 2h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Patton, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Elk Grove, 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 Elk Grove, IL
This is one driving day of about 205.8 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Elk Grove, 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 SR 63 for about 59.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.9 mi from Elk Grove, IL
· 2h 24m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
Free
near mile 35.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.17 one way
$64.35 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$35.33
$70.65
premium
$4.89
$39.60
$79.21
diesel
$5.61
$45.44
$90.88
Estimated Tolls: $1.86
Tri-state Tollway
(30.9 mi)$1.86
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
$32
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
61.7
0
$21.61
$9.88
Efficient EV
51.5
0
$18.01
$8.23
EV Truck/SUV
82.3
1
$28.81
$13.17
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Elk Grove, IL
Morning
in Elk Grove on Saturday
Local time
8:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Patton, IL
Morning
in Patton on Saturday
Local time
8:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°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
24 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
4h 48m 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 Elk Grove, IL to Patton, IL covers 205.8 miles and takes about 4h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are SR 63, Wicker Avenue, Tri-State Tollway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.9 miles from Elk Grove, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.17 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 21 significant decision points across 205.8 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 6.8 miles (US 20): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.5 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Elk Grove, IL to Patton, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Indiana along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
