Origin
Greenwood, IL
Late night in Greenwood on Friday
Local time
2:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenwood, IL to Wheaton, IL
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
46.5 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenwood, IL
Steffen Westphal
Wheaton, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 46.5-mile drive from Greenwood to Wheaton, Illinois, is a manageable one-day trip taking about 1 hour and 20 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with West Algonquin Road, New Sutton Road, and County Farm Road forming the backbone of your journey. Given its short distance and duration, this route is perfect for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. Expect a fuel cost of around $7 for this trip through the Midwest. The overall feel is that of a local drive, emphasizing a straightforward transit between these two Illinois communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 46.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only a 5% share of highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.8 miles on West Algonquin Road. As you progress, the road character will likely shift between more urbanized sections and potentially quieter stretches as you move between towns. This isn't a high-speed transit; rather, it's a more involved journey through local infrastructure. Be prepared for frequent intersections and changes in speed limits as you make your way.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Algonquin Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.8 miles in near V33 / Virginia Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 46.5 miles you will encounter 18 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: at 12.8 miles (V33 / Virginia Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (V32 / Pyott Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.7 miles (IL 59 / New Sutton Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
12.8 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
V33 / Virginia Road
Turn right onto V33 / Virginia Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
13.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
V32 / Pyott Road
Turn right onto V32 / Pyott Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
24.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
IL 59 / New Sutton Road
Turn sharp right onto IL 59 / New Sutton Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
46.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
West Front Street
Turn left onto West Front Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
46.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Algonquin Road | 7.8 mi | 12m |
| New Sutton Road | 6 mi | 9m |
| County Farm Road | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Greenwood Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| West Lake Street | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Pyott Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| South Country Club Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| North Fleming Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
West Algonquin Road
— 7.8 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, IL and Wheaton, IL.
1
Start on this road
53 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto V24
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Greenwood Road
3
Turn left onto V25
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Fleming Road
4
Turn left onto V25
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
South Country Club Road
5
Turn right onto V25
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Market Street
6
Turn left onto A38
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Ridgefield Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 14
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 14
8
Continue on US 14
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 14
Use the left / uturn lanes.
9
Turn right onto V33
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Virginia Road
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto V32
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Pyott Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto A48
7.8 mi
·
12 min
·
West Algonquin Road
12
Turn straight onto IL 62; IL 68
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Dundee Road
13
Turn sharp right onto IL 59
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
New Sutton Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on IL 59
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Sutton Road
Use the left lane.
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Use the right lane.
16
Merge onto US 20
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Lake Street
17
Turn right onto County Farm Road
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
County Farm Road
18
Turn left onto IL 64
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Avenue
19
Turn right onto South Gary Avenue
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Gary Avenue
Use the right lane.
20
Turn left onto West Harrison Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Harrison Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto North West Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North West Street
22
Turn left onto West Front Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
West Front Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn left onto North Main Street
468 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Turn left onto West Wesley Street
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Wesley Street
25
Arrive at destination
West Wesley Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.3 mi from Greenwood, IL · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.3 miles from Greenwood, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wheaton, IL
The final approach into Wheaton, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.27 one way
$14.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.98 | $15.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.95 | $17.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.27 | $20.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Wheaton, IL
Late night in Wheaton on Friday
Local time
2:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
4 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
1h 20m 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 Greenwood, IL to Wheaton, IL covers 46.5 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Algonquin Road, New Sutton Road, County Farm Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.3 miles from Greenwood, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.27 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 46.5 miles you will encounter 18 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: at 12.8 miles (V33 / Virginia Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (V32 / Pyott Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.7 miles (IL 59 / New Sutton Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Greenwood, IL to Wheaton, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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