Origin
Forsyth, IL
Late night in Forsyth on Wednesday
Local time
1:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forsyth, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
179 mi
288 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
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6 AM
3h 30m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 36m
3 PM
3h 40m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forsyth, IL
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Hoffman Estates, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Forsyth, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL covers 179 miles and takes about 3h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 51, Veterans Memorial Tollway, I 290 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 150 miles on US 51. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
89.5 miles from Forsyth, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 30m highway drive covering 179 miles, with most of the trip on US 51 and Veterans Memorial Tollway. The longest continuous stretch is about 150 miles on US 51.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 51 is the longest continuous segment at about 150 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 51 and Veterans Memorial Tollway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 51.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 179 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 0.2 miles (US 51): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.5 miles (US 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 150.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 51
Turn right onto US 51
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
36.5 mi into trip
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~45m in
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US 51
Take the exit onto US 51 toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
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.
Toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
8
150.3 mi into trip
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~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
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 269
Toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest...
5
150.8 mi into trip
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~2h 52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 355 North: Northwest Suburbs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 355 North: Northwest Suburbs
8
175.8 mi into trip
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~3h 24m in
Take the exit toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Ro...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Forsyth, IL and Hoffman Estates, IL, road signs point toward Rockford and Southwest Suburbs.
Rockford
36.5 mi in
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~45m
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via US 51
Southwest Suburbs
150.3 mi in
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~2h 51m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 51 | 150 mi | 2h 50m |
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 19.2 mi | 24m |
| I 290 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| East Higgins Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Higgins Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Ruehl Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Roselle Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bode Road | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
US 51
— 150 mi, about 2h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forsyth, IL and Hoffman Estates, IL.
1
Start on East Ruehl Street
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
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East Ruehl Street
2
Turn right onto US 51
36 mi
·
44 min
·
US 51
Use the straight lane.
3
Take the exit onto US 51
114 mi
·
2 hr 5 min
·
US 51
Toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 269
Toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 355 North: Northwest Suburbs
6
Merge onto I 355
19 mi
·
24 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 290
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto IL 72
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Higgins Road
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on IL 72
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Higgins Road
11
Turn left onto North Roselle Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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North Roselle Road
12
Turn left onto Bode Road
15 ft
·
0 sec
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Bode Road
13
Arrive at destination
Bode 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 89.5 miles from Forsyth, IL, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 89.5 miles or 1h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hoffman Estates, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Forsyth, 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 Forsyth, IL
This is one driving day of about 179 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Forsyth, 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 US 51 for about 150 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 89.5 mi from Forsyth, IL · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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 89.5 miles from Forsyth, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 51 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 150 miles.
Arriving in Hoffman Estates, IL
The final approach into Hoffman Estates, 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 Hoffman Estates, IL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.98 one way
$55.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
63 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.73 | $61.45 |
| premium | $4.89 | $34.45 | $68.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $39.52 | $79.04 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.35
Veterans Memorial Tollway
(19.2 mi)
$1.35
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
$28
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 53.7 | 0 | $18.79 | $8.59 |
| Efficient EV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.66 | $7.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 71.6 | 0 | $25.06 | $11.46 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Hoffman Estates, IL
Late night in Hoffman Estates on Wednesday
Local time
1:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
WSW 15 mph
10% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 30m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Forsyth, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL covers 179 miles and takes about 3h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 51, Veterans Memorial Tollway, I 290. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 89.5 miles from Forsyth, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.98 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 179 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 0.2 miles (US 51): Lane positioning matters here; at 36.5 miles (US 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 150.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Forsyth, IL and Hoffman Estates, IL, road signs point toward Rockford and Southwest Suburbs.
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