Origin
Fairfield, IL
Afternoon in Fairfield on Thursday
Local time
3:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairfield, IL to Naperville, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
56m
Distance
37.8 mi
61 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairfield, IL
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
The drive from Fairfield, IL to Naperville, IL covers 37.8 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 355, IL 53, East Ogden Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.8 miles on I 355. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.91 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 37.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 56m highway drive covering 37.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 355 and IL 53. The longest continuous stretch is about 12.8 miles on I 355.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 355 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 355 and IL 53. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 37.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.4 miles (I 355): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
7.8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward IL 53 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward IL 53 South
8
12.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
IL 53
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53 toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
8
19.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
I 355
Keep slight left at fork onto I 355 toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7
Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
7
32.3 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward US 34: Ogden Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 19
Toward US 34: Ogden Avenue
6
32.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Turn right toward Lisle
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Lisle
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 Fairfield, IL to Naperville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Lisle along the way.
Lisle
32.7 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 355 | 12.8 mi | 16m |
| IL 53 | 11.3 mi | 14m |
| East Ogden Avenue | 5 mi | 10m |
| Quentin Road | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| North Rand Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Rand Road | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Old McHenry Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 355
— 12.8 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairfield, IL and Naperville, IL.
1
Start on V77
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Old McHenry Road
2
Turn right onto V62
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
Quentin Road
3
Turn left
132 ft
·
13 sec
4
Turn left onto V62
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Quentin Road
5
Turn left onto US 12
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Rand Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on US 12
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
North Rand Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward IL 53 South
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto IL 53
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
IL 53
Toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 355
13 mi
·
16 min
·
I 355
Exit 7
Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
Use the slight left lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 19
Toward US 34: Ogden Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right
154 ft
·
5 sec
Toward Lisle
Use the right lane.
13
Turn straight onto US 34
5.0 mi
·
10 min
·
East Ogden Avenue
14
Turn right onto North Washington Street
50 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Washington Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Washington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.9 mi from Fairfield, IL · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Fairfield, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Naperville, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Naperville, IL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.91 one way
$11.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.49 | $12.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.27 | $14.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.35 | $16.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.97 | $1.81 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.31 | $1.51 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.29 | $2.42 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Naperville, IL
Afternoon in Naperville on Thursday
Local time
3:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Bloomingdale, IL
19 mi in
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
5 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
56m 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 Fairfield, IL to Naperville, IL covers 37.8 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 355, IL 53, East Ogden Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.9 miles from Fairfield, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.91 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 short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 37.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.4 miles (I 355): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Fairfield, IL to Naperville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Lisle along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
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