Origin
Heyworth, IL
Late night in Heyworth on Saturday
Local time
5:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Heyworth, IL to Evanston, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
162.2 mi
261 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 40m
★
6 AM
2h 51m
8 AM
3h 13m
10 AM
2h 58m
12 PM
2h 56m
3 PM
2h 59m
5 PM
3h 11m
8 PM
2h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Heyworth, IL
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Evanston, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Heyworth, IL to Evanston, IL covers 162.2 miles and takes about 2h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Cleveland Street, US 51 North, North 1450 East Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.36 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
81.1 miles from Heyworth, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Evanston, IL
Full guide →Evanston is a city in the North Shore region of Illinois along the shores of Lake Michigan. Evanston has many identities: college town, dining destination, cultural center and gateway to the wealthy North Shore, although the city itself is anything but homogeneous in regards to economic status, culture and race. Evanston is named after John Evans, one of the founders of Northwestern University, which ranks among the most prestigious universities in the United States.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 162.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 50m drive with frequent turns across 162.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Cleveland Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Heyworth, IL to Evanston, IL is easy. At 2h 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Heyworth, IL to Evanston, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Cleveland Street | — | — |
| US 51 North | — | — |
| North 1450 East Road | — | — |
| I 74 West | — | — |
| I 294 | — | — |
| I 294 North | — | — |
| Tri-State Tollway | — | — |
| Touhy Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Cleveland Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Heyworth, IL and Evanston, IL.
1
Start on Emery Street
502 ft
·
26 sec
·
Emery Street
2
Turn right onto East Cleveland Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Cleveland Street
3
Take the ramp right toward US 51 North: Bloomington-Normal
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
US 51 North: Bloomington-Normal
4
Merge slight left onto North 1450 East Road
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North 1450 East Road
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
122 mi
·
2 hr 16 min
·
I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 294 Tollway North: Wisconsin
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 294 Tollway North: Wisconsin
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 294 North: Wisconsin
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 294 North: Wisconsin
8
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
9
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
10
Take the exit slight right toward Touhy Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Touhy Avenue
11
Keep slight left to continue on Touhy Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Touhy Avenue
12
Keep slight right to continue on Touhy Avenue East
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Touhy Avenue East
13
Turn straight onto East Touhy Avenue
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East Touhy Avenue
14
Turn left onto North Harlem Avenue
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Harlem Avenue
15
Turn right onto West Howard Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West Howard Street
16
Turn left onto New Gross Point Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
New Gross Point Road
17
Continue on Gross Point Road
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Gross Point Road
18
Turn right onto Oakton Street
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Oakton Street
19
Turn left onto Asbury Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Asbury Avenue
20
Turn right onto Dempster Street
213 ft
·
9 sec
·
Dempster Street
21
Turn uturn
213 ft
·
18 sec
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.1 miles from Heyworth, IL, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
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 36 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.1 miles or 1h 25m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evanston, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Heyworth, 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 Heyworth, IL
This is one driving day of about 162.2 miles and 2h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Heyworth, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.1 mi from Heyworth, IL · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.1 miles from Heyworth, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Evanston, IL
The final approach into Evanston, 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 Evanston, 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
$25.36 one way
$50.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.84 | $55.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.21 | $62.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.81 | $71.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.7 | 0 | $17.03 | $7.79 |
| Efficient EV | 40.6 | 0 | $14.19 | $6.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.9 | 0 | $22.71 | $10.38 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Evanston, IL
Late night in Evanston on Saturday
Local time
5:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 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
2h 50m 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 Heyworth, IL to Evanston, IL covers 162.2 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Cleveland Street, US 51 North, North 1450 East Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.1 miles from Heyworth, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.36 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Heyworth, IL to Evanston, IL is easy. At 2h 50m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Heyworth, IL to Evanston, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Heyworth, IL to Evanston, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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