Origin
Elk Grove, IL
Afternoon in Elk Grove on Wednesday
Local time
12:22 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elk Grove, IL to Spring Garden, IL
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Drive Time
5h 53m
Distance
303.1 mi
488 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 40m
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6 AM
5h 53m
8 AM
6h 19m
10 AM
6h 2m
12 PM
6h 0m
3 PM
6h 4m
5 PM
6h 18m
8 PM
5h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Spring Garden, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Elk Grove, IL to Spring Garden, IL covers 303.1 miles and takes about 5h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on York Road, North York Street, Lake Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.39 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
151.6 miles from Elk Grove, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 56m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 5h 53m drive with frequent turns across 303.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
York Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 53m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elk Grove, IL to Spring Garden, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| York Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North York Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lake Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 290 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 88 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tri-State Tollway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mile-Long Bridge | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| IL 50 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
York Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elk Grove, IL and Spring Garden, IL.
1
Start on South Elmhurst Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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South Elmhurst Road
2
Continue on York Road
4.3 mi
·
7 min
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York Road
3
Continue on North York Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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North York Street
4
Turn right onto Lake Street
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
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Lake Street
5
Turn slight right
148 ft
·
8 sec
6
Take the ramp right toward I 290 East, US 20 East: Chicago
3.0 mi
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4 min
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I 290 East, US 20 East: Chicago
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
0.3 mi
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40 sec
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I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
8
Continue on Tri-State Tollway
0.4 mi
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47 sec
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Tri-State Tollway
9
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Tri-State Tollway
10
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
138 ft
·
2 sec
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Tri-State Tollway
11
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
4.8 mi
·
5 min
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Tri-State Tollway
12
Keep slight right to continue on Tri-State Tollway
3.5 mi
·
4 min
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Tri-State Tollway
13
Continue on Mile-Long Bridge
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Mile-Long Bridge
14
Continue on Tri-State Tollway
8.5 mi
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10 min
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Tri-State Tollway
15
Take the exit slight right toward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th Street
0.2 mi
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28 sec
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IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th Street
16
Keep slight left to continue on IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue
0.5 mi
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1 min
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IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue
17
Turn straight onto Cicero Avenue
4.9 mi
·
7 min
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Cicero Avenue
18
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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167th Street
19
Take the ramp slight right toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
0.6 mi
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1 min
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I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
20
Merge slight left
188 mi
·
3 hr 23 min
21
Keep slight left to continue on I 57 South: Memphis
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
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I 57 South: Memphis
22
Keep slight right to continue on Ken Gray Expressway
9.0 mi
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9 min
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Ken Gray Expressway
23
Take the exit slight right toward Ina
0.3 mi
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35 sec
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Ina
24
Keep slight left to continue on Ina
82 ft
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3 sec
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Ina
25
Turn left onto North Avenue
0.3 mi
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49 sec
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North Avenue
26
Keep slight right to continue on North Avenue
171 ft
·
5 sec
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North Avenue
27
Continue on South Oak Street
0.2 mi
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33 sec
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South Oak Street
28
Continue on West 3rd Street
1.0 mi
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3 min
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West 3rd Street
29
Continue on East Ina Road
1.0 mi
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3 min
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East Ina Road
30
Continue on North Ina Lane
0.8 mi
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3 min
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North Ina Lane
31
Continue on East Tilton Road
0.7 mi
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2 min
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East Tilton Road
32
Arrive at your destination
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 151.6 miles from Elk Grove, IL, or about 2h 56m into the drive.
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 151.6 miles or 2h 56m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spring Garden, 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 303.1 miles and 5h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 151.6 mi from Elk Grove, IL · 2h 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
152 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 151.6 miles from Elk Grove, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Spring Garden, IL
The final approach into Spring Garden, 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 Spring Garden, 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
$47.39 one way
$94.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
106 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $52.03 | $104.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $58.33 | $116.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.92 | $133.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 90.9 | 1 | $31.83 | $14.55 |
| Efficient EV | 75.8 | 0 | $26.52 | $12.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 121.2 | 1 | $42.43 | $19.40 |
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% 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
Spring Garden, IL
Afternoon in Spring Garden on Wednesday
Local time
12:22 PM
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
5h 53m 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 Spring Garden, IL covers 303.1 miles and takes about 5h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are York Road, North York Street, Lake Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 151.6 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 $47.39 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 straightforward 5h 53m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Elk Grove, IL to Spring Garden, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Elk Grove, IL to Spring Garden, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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