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Trip from Lombard, IL to Cicero, IL

Drive Time

27m

Distance

16.4 mi

26 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

30 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 8 min
4 AM
0h 25m ★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Lombard, IL, IL

Lombard, IL

Rino Adamo

Trip Overview

Spanning just 16.4 miles, this quick trip from Lombard to Cicero is an efficient way to navigate the Illinois Midwest region. You can easily complete the drive in about 27 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel cost estimate of only $2, it is a very budget-friendly commute. The route utilizes a combination of I-290, East Saint Charles Road, and South Laramie Avenue to get you to your destination. Because the distance is so short, you have total flexibility in your schedule without the need for planned stops along the way.

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

8.2 miles from Lombard, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from highway speeds to local navigation. About 52% of your journey will be spent on the highway, specifically utilizing a 8.6-mile stretch on I-290, which serves as your longest uninterrupted segment. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the drive shifts as you move onto East Saint Charles Road and South Laramie Avenue. This blend of high-speed transit and local road driving keeps the trip engaging despite its short duration. You will notice the pace change significantly as you move from the open highway lanes into the more measured flow of the surface streets.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 290 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near East Saint Charles Road.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (East Saint Charles Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles (I 290): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.6 mi into trip | ~2m in | East Saint Charles Road

Turn right onto East Saint Charles Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
5
5.3 mi into trip | ~11m in | I 290

Merge onto I 290

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
13.9 mi into trip | ~23m in

Take the exit toward Central Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 23B Toward Central Avenue
5
14.1 mi into trip | ~23m in | South Central Avenue

Turn right onto South Central Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.
6
15 mi into trip | ~25m in | South Laramie Avenue

Turn right onto South Laramie Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 290 8.6 mi 11m
East Saint Charles Road 4.4 mi 8m
South Laramie Avenue 1.4 mi 2m
South Grace Street 0.6 mi 2m
West Roosevelt Road 0.5 mi <1m
South Central Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 290 — 8.6 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lombard, IL and Cicero, IL.

1

Start on South Grace Street

0.6 mi · 2 min · South Grace Street
2

Turn right onto East Saint Charles Road

4.4 mi · 8 min · East Saint Charles Road
Use the none lane.
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 290 East
4

Merge onto I 290

8.6 mi · 11 min · I 290
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 33 sec
Exit 23B Toward Central Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Turn right onto South Central Avenue

0.3 mi · 44 sec · South Central Avenue
Use the none lane.
7

Turn left onto West Roosevelt Road

0.5 mi · 57 sec · West Roosevelt Road
8

Turn right onto South Laramie Avenue

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Laramie Avenue
Use the none lane.
9

Arrive at destination

South Laramie Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the 27-minute duration, you have the advantage of planning your departure around your own personal preference rather than worrying about fatigue. Since there are zero required stops, you can easily handle this drive in one go without needing to build in extra rest time. Keep in mind that traffic flow on I-290 can vary, so checking real-time conditions before you pull away is a smart move. Because the fuel cost is a minimal $2, you won't need to stress about scouting for the cheapest gas stations along the way. Prioritize leaving during off-peak hours if you want to ensure the smoothest possible transition between the interstate and the local roads.

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 8.2 miles from Lombard, IL, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.6 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 16.4 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 8.2 miles or 15m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 23m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cicero, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Lombard, 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 Lombard, IL

This is one driving day of about 16.4 miles and 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lombard, 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 290 for about 8.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 8.2 mi from Lombard, IL · 15m into the drive

Downtown Berwyn, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Berwyn, IL

8 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

Berwyn, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Berwyn, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 8.2 miles from Lombard, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Cicero, IL

The final approach into Cicero, 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 Cicero, IL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Pullman National Historical Park

Pullman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour Free near mile 16.4
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.49 one way

$4.98 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $2.75 $5.49
premium $4.80 $3.10 $6.19
diesel $5.64 $3.64 $7.29

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

30 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Lombard, IL

Tesla

16 DCFC

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Villa Park, IL

Tesla

16 DCFC

Mainstreet Square - Tesla Supercharger

Downers Grove, IL

Tesla

12 DCFC

The Oaks of Oak Brook - Tesla Supercharger

Oak Brook, IL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Buddy Bear - 1901 W Cermak Rd

Broadview, IL

NOODOE

6 DCFC

2210 W 22nd St

Oak Brook, IL

SHELL_RECHARGE

4 DCFC

631 Roosevelt Rd

Glen Ellyn, IL

SHELL_RECHARGE

4 DCFC

Chase Bank - 2122 W 22nd St

Oak Brook, IL

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 5 Tesla: 4 SHELL_RECHARGE: 3 NOODOE: 3 Blink Network: 2 eVgo Network: 2 Non-Networked: 2 BP_PULSE: 2 NAYAX_ENERGY: 2 EVXY: 2 UNIVERSAL: 1 Electrify America: 1 EV Connect: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 4.9 0 $1.72 $0.79
Efficient EV 4.1 0 $1.43 $0.66
EV Truck/SUV 6.6 0 $2.30 $1.05

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 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.

Forecast data refreshed 1 hour ago

Origin

Lombard, IL

Night in Lombard on Sunday

Local time

9:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

61°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 15 to 20 mph 96% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:25PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:16PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Destination

Cicero, IL

Night in Cicero on Sunday

Local time

9:06 PM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 15 to 20 mph 97% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:25PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:16PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM 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

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

27m 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 Lombard, IL to Cicero, IL covers 16.4 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 290, East Saint Charles Road, South Laramie Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.2 miles from Lombard, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.49 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 straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (East Saint Charles Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.3 miles (I 290): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lombard, IL to Cicero, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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