Origin
Maryville, IL
Afternoon in Maryville on Sunday
Local time
3:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maryville, IL to Arlington Heights, IL
Drive Time
5h 23m
Distance
287.3 mi
462 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 10m
★
6 AM
5h 23m
8 AM
5h 50m
10 AM
5h 32m
12 PM
5h 30m
3 PM
5h 34m
5 PM
5h 49m
8 PM
5h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maryville, IL
Mike Tyurin
Arlington Heights, IL
Dominik Gryzbon
Trip Overview
Traveling from Maryville to Arlington Heights covers 287.3 miles through the heart of Illinois. Expect to spend about 5 hours and 23 minutes behind the wheel, making this a manageable journey to complete in a single day. You will primarily utilize I-55, the Veterans Memorial Tollway, and I-290 to navigate between these two Midwestern points. Budget approximately $44 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Because this trip is straightforward and highway-focused, you won't need to worry about an overnight split, allowing you to reach your destination efficiently without unnecessary delays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
143.6 miles from Maryville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 91% of your travel time spent on major interstates. You will settle into a long, steady rhythm for the majority of the trip, specifically during the 253.8-mile stretch on I-55. While the route is highly efficient, be prepared for the transition from open highway miles to the more complex infrastructure of the Veterans Memorial Tollway and I-290. The character of the road is functional and direct, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads. Staying alert is essential as you move from the more rural sections toward the denser traffic patterns near Arlington Heights.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 253.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Veterans Memorial Tollway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near I 55.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 287.3 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 5.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.7 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
5.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
7
113.4 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
|
I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
142.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m in
|
I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
8
255.2 mi into trip
|
~4h 38m 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...
7
255.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 39m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 355 North: Northwest Suburbs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 355 North: Northwest Suburbs
Towns Along This Route
Between Maryville, IL and Arlington Heights, IL, road signs point toward Peoria and Southwest Suburbs.
Peoria
142.7 mi in
|
~2h 35m
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via I 55
Southwest Suburbs
255.2 mi in
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~4h 38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 253.8 mi | 4h 36m |
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 19.2 mi | 24m |
| I 290 | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| IL 53 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Euclid Avenue | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Maryville Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| S Center Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Center Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 253.8 mi, about 4h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryville, IL and Arlington Heights, IL.
1
Start on East Main Street
175 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto IL 159
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Center Street
3
Continue on IL 159
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Maryville Road
4
Continue on IL 159
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
S Center Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
6
Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 55; I 70; US 40
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
108 mi
·
1 hr 56 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
112 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 269
Toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 355 North: Northwest Suburbs
Use the none lane.
12
Merge onto I 355
19 mi
·
24 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 290
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
IL 53
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward East Euclid Avenue, Third District, Circuit Court
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn slight right onto Euclid Avenue
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Euclid Avenue
Use the left / none / right lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
East Euclid Avenue
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is key to avoiding the heaviest congestion, especially as you approach your destination. Since this is a one-day trip, aim to hit the road early to maximize your flexibility and ensure you have time for at least one planned stop to break up the 5-hour-plus drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $44 estimate assumes steady highway speeds; heavy traffic or idling can shift that number. Because you will be navigating toll roads, ensure you have your electronic payment method ready to keep your progress smooth. Taking a brief break after your longest stretch on I-55 will help you stay sharp for the final navigation into Arlington Heights.
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 143.6 miles from Maryville, IL, or about 2h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 253.8 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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.6 miles or 2h 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arlington Heights, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maryville, 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 Maryville, IL
This is one driving day of about 287.3 miles and 5h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Maryville, 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 I 55 for about 253.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 143.6 mi from Maryville, IL · 2h 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
144 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 143.6 miles from Maryville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 253.8 miles.
Arriving in Arlington Heights, IL
The final approach into Arlington Heights, 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 Arlington Heights, 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
$43.64 one way
$87.28 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
101 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $48.11 | $96.21 |
| premium | $4.80 | $54.24 | $108.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $63.83 | $127.66 |
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
$44
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86.2 | 1 | $30.17 | $13.79 |
| Efficient EV | 71.8 | 0 | $25.14 | $11.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.9 | 1 | $40.22 | $18.39 |
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Arlington Heights, IL
Afternoon in Arlington Heights on Sunday
Local time
3:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
53°F
Bloomington, IL
144 mi in
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
24 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
5h 23m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Maryville, IL to Arlington Heights, IL covers 287.3 miles and takes about 5h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, 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 143.6 miles from Maryville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.64 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 287.3 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 5.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.7 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Maryville, IL and Arlington Heights, IL, road signs point toward Peoria and Southwest Suburbs.
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