Origin
Flossmoor, IL
Evening in Flossmoor on Tuesday
Local time
8:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flossmoor, IL to Chicago, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
41m
Distance
25.9 mi
42 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
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6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flossmoor, IL
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Chicago, IL
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Trip Overview
This short, 25.9-mile drive from Flossmoor, IL to Chicago, IL is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 41 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-57 and the Dan Ryan Expressway (Express), with a portion on Dixie Highway, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, this trip is very budget-friendly. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is quite brief, you'll have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. This journey stays within the Midwest region, specifically Illinois, offering a straightforward transition into the city.
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
12.9 miles from Flossmoor, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this trip, with 68% of the journey on major expressways. You'll encounter stretches on I-57, including an uninterrupted 8-mile segment, before merging onto the Dan Ryan Expressway (Express). While primarily an interstate experience, there's a section on Dixie Highway that might offer a slight change of pace before you reach your destination in Chicago. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed to get you from point A to point B quickly.
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 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and Dan Ryan Expressway (Express). You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Flossmoor Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25.9 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Flossmoor Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip
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Flossmoor Road
Turn right onto Flossmoor Road
Navigation decision point
5
6.9 mi into trip
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~13m in
Take the ramp toward I 57 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 57 North
5
7.3 mi into trip
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~14m in
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I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
18.6 mi into trip
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~29m in
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I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Roa...
8
24.8 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the exit toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
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 53A
Toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 8 mi | 10m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Dixie Highway | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Governors Highway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| 175th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Flossmoor Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West 147th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 8 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flossmoor, IL and Chicago, IL.
1
Start on this road
83 ft
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8 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Flossmoor Road
0.3 mi
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1 min
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Flossmoor Road
3
Turn right onto Governors Highway
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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Governors Highway
4
Turn right onto 175th Street
0.8 mi
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1 min
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175th Street
5
Turn left onto Dixie Highway
3.6 mi
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6 min
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Dixie Highway
6
Turn left onto IL 83
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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West 147th Street
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 57 North
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 57
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 94
3.3 mi
·
4 min
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Dan Ryan Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
6.2 mi
·
8 min
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Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Road
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 53A
Toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn slight left onto South Ruble Street
243 ft
·
6 sec
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South Ruble Street
13
Turn slight left
75 ft
·
4 sec
14
Turn left onto South Canalport Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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South Canalport Avenue
15
Turn left onto South Halsted Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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South Halsted Street
16
Turn right onto West Cermak Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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West Cermak Road
17
Turn left
152 ft
·
11 sec
18
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 41-minute duration and 25.9-mile distance, this drive offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily make this trip on a whim without needing to break it up. To avoid potential city traffic, consider departing Flossmoor earlier in the day. The estimated fuel cost is a very low $4, so you won't need to worry much about refueling stops. Keep an eye out for transitions between I-57 and the Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) as this is where the road character shifts most noticeably.
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 12.9 miles from Flossmoor, IL, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8 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 25.9 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.9 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chicago, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Flossmoor, 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 Flossmoor, IL
This is one driving day of about 25.9 miles and 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Flossmoor, 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 I 57 for about 8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.9 mi from Flossmoor, IL · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.9 miles from Flossmoor, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chicago, IL
The final approach into Chicago, 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 Chicago, 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
$4.05 one way
$8.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.45 | $8.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.98 | $9.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Chicago, IL
Evening in Chicago on Tuesday
Local time
8:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Lansing, IL
13 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
6 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
41m 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 Flossmoor, IL to Chicago, IL covers 25.9 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, Dan Ryan Expressway (Express), Dixie Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.9 miles from Flossmoor, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.05 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 25.9 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Flossmoor Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Flossmoor, IL to Chicago, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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