Origin
Forest Park, IL
Evening in Forest Park on Wednesday
Local time
5:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forest Park, IL to Bolingbrook, IL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
33m
Distance
23 mi
37 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forest Park, IL
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 23-mile drive from Forest Park, IL, to Bolingbrook, IL, is easily managed as a day trip, taking approximately 33 minutes. Designed for a single day, the journey has a modest fuel cost estimate of around $4, making it an economical choice. You'll primarily navigate the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway and the Eisenhower Expressway, with a portion on IL 53. The route offers a mixed drive experience, suitable for those looking for a quick and efficient trip within the Midwest region. With no recommended stops and a short duration, this is a convenient option for local travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
11.5 miles from Forest Park, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 38% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.6 miles on the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway, offering a chance to maintain a steady pace. While much of the drive involves higher-speed expressway travel, the inclusion of IL 53 suggests some variation in road type as you progress. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous interstate grind for the entire trip, but rather experience a transition between faster and potentially slightly more varied road conditions.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.6 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 early in the drive near Des Plaines Avenue.
Route Complexity
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 23 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 33m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Des Plaines Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles (I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.9 miles (I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Des Plaines Avenue
Turn left onto Des Plaines Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
9
5.1 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway toward I 88 West Toll, I 294 South Toll: Aurora, Indiana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West Toll, I 294 South Toll: Aurora...
8
6.9 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway toward 22nd Street (Cermak Road)
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 138
Toward 22nd Street (Cermak Road)
7
12.7 mi into trip
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~17m in
Take the exit toward I 355 South: Joliet
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 131A
Toward I 355 South: Joliet
8
17.1 mi into trip
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~23m in
Take the exit toward 63rd Street, Hobson 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 17
Toward 63rd Street, Hobson Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Forest Park, IL and Bolingbrook, IL, road signs point toward Indiana and 22Nd Street (Cermak Road).
Indiana
5.1 mi in
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~8m
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via I 88; IL 110
22Nd Street (Cermak Road)
6.9 mi in
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~10m
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via I 88; IL 110
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| Eisenhower Expressway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| IL 53 | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 3.7 mi | 4m |
| Hobson Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Des Plaines Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 63rd Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Madison Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
— 7.6 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forest Park, IL and Bolingbrook, IL.
1
Start on Madison Street
44 ft
·
6 sec
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Madison Street
2
Turn left onto Des Plaines Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Des Plaines Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 290 West: Eisenhower Expressway
4
Merge onto I 290; IL 110
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Eisenhower Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 88; IL 110
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West Toll, I 294 South Toll: Aurora, Indiana
Use the slight left lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 88; IL 110
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Exit 138
Toward 22nd Street (Cermak Road)
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 131A
Toward I 355 South: Joliet
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 355
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 17
Toward 63rd Street, Hobson Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto 63rd Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
63rd Street
11
Continue on Hobson Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Hobson Road
12
Turn left onto IL 53
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 53
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
IL 53
Trip Plan
Given the short 33-minute duration and 23-mile distance, you have considerable flexibility in planning this trip. Leaving during off-peak hours is advisable to avoid potential traffic congestion on the Eisenhower Expressway and Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway, especially as you approach the Chicago suburbs. With minimal driving time, no stops are officially recommended, allowing you to reach your destination efficiently. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though the estimated $4 cost suggests you won't need extensive refueling. A specific tip for this route is to be aware of toll plazas on the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway and have your payment method ready.
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 11.5 miles from Forest Park, IL, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.6 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 23 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.5 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bolingbrook, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Forest Park, IL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Forest Park, IL
This is one driving day of about 23 miles and 33m.
At 23 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway for about 7.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.5 mi from Forest Park, IL · 16m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.5 miles from Forest Park, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bolingbrook, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Bolingbrook, 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
$3.60 one way
$7.19 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.95 | $7.90 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.43 | $8.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.08 | $10.16 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.72
Reagan Memorial Tollway
(7.6 mi)
$0.46
Veterans Memorial Tollway
(3.7 mi)
$0.26
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
$4
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
| Efficient EV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.01 | $0.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Bolingbrook, IL
Evening in Bolingbrook on Wednesday
Local time
5:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
33m 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 Forest Park, IL to Bolingbrook, IL covers 23 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway, Eisenhower Expressway, IL 53. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.5 miles from Forest Park, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.60 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 10 decision points packed into just 23 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 33m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Des Plaines Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles (I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.9 miles (I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Forest Park, IL and Bolingbrook, IL, road signs point toward Indiana and 22Nd Street (Cermak Road).
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