Origin
Long Grove, IL
Late night in Long Grove on Saturday
Local time
1:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Long Grove, IL to Cicero, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
36.7 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Grove, IL
Ali Soheil
Trip Overview
Long Grove, IL to Cicero, IL is 36.7 miles and takes about 52 minutes via I 290 and IL 53, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically Illinois, making it a straightforward journey. Given its highway-focused profile and short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll spend most of your time on major roads, so expect a direct and efficient drive. It's a practical option when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
About the Cities
Starting in Long Grove, IL
Full guide →Long Grove is a village in Chicagoland.
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 52m. Total distance: 36.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 90% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 290 and IL 53. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 17.5 miles on I 290, offering a consistent, high-speed experience. The character of the drive is characterized by its efficiency, designed for covering ground quickly rather than leisurely sightseeing. Expect mostly straightforward driving conditions as you navigate through the urban and suburban landscapes of Illinois.
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.
I 290 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 290 and IL 53. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near IL 53 / North State Route 53.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 36.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (IL 53 / North State Route 53): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (IL 53): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
IL 53 / North State Route 53
At end of road, turn right onto IL 53 / North State Route 53
Navigation decision point
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
IL 53
Merge onto IL 53
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
9.7 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
IL 53
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53 toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
7
16.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
I 290
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290 toward I 290 East: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 290 East: Chicago
7
34.2 mi into trip
|
~48m 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
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 290 | 17.5 mi | 23m |
| IL 53 | 13.2 mi | 17m |
| North State Route 53 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| South Laramie Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Roosevelt Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Robert Parker Coffin Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Lake Cook Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Central Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 290
— 17.5 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Long Grove, IL and Cicero, IL.
1
Start on V77
78 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Old McHenry Road
2
Turn left onto Robert Parker Coffin Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert Parker Coffin Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto IL 53
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North State Route 53
4
Turn left onto Lake Cook Road
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Lake Cook Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward IL 53 South
6
Merge onto IL 53
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
IL 53
Toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290
18 mi
·
23 min
·
I 290
Toward I 290 East: Chicago
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 23B
Toward Central Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto South Central Avenue
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Central Avenue
11
Turn left onto West Roosevelt Road
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
West Roosevelt Road
12
Turn right onto South Laramie Avenue
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Laramie Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
South Laramie Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.3 mi from Long Grove, IL · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.3 miles from Long Grove, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cicero, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cicero, 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
$5.74 one way
$11.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.06 | $14.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.10 | $16.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.14 | $2.35 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Cicero, IL
Late night in Cicero on Saturday
Local time
1:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
52m 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 Long Grove, IL to Cicero, IL covers 36.7 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 290, IL 53, North State Route 53. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.3 miles from Long Grove, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.74 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 11 decision points packed into just 36.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 52m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (IL 53 / North State Route 53): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (IL 53): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Long Grove, IL to Cicero, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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