Origin
Mascoutah, IL
Afternoon in Mascoutah on Thursday
Local time
12:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mascoutah, IL to Elk Grove, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
4h 43m
Distance
299.8 mi
483 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 30m
★
6 AM
4h 44m
8 AM
5h 11m
10 AM
4h 53m
12 PM
4h 51m
3 PM
4h 55m
5 PM
5h 9m
8 PM
4h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mascoutah, IL
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Elk Grove, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mascoutah, IL to Elk Grove, IL covers 299.8 miles and takes about 4h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jefferson Street, I 55 North, IL 83 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.87 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
149.9 miles from Mascoutah, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 21m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 43m. Total distance: 299.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 43m 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 4h 43m drive with frequent turns across 299.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jefferson 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 43m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mascoutah, IL to Elk Grove, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Street | — | — |
| I 55 North | — | — |
| IL 83 | — | — |
| IL 83 North | — | — |
| Kingery Highway | — | — |
| Busse Road | — | — |
| Touhy Avenue | — | — |
| East Higgins Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Jefferson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mascoutah, IL and Elk Grove, IL.
1
Start on East Main Street
167 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
31 mi
·
45 min
·
Jefferson Street
3
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
4
Merge slight left
93 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
5
Keep slight right to continue on I 55 North: Chicago
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 55 North: Chicago
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
118 mi
·
2 hr 10 min
·
I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
7
Take the exit slight right toward IL 83: Kingery Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
IL 83: Kingery Road
8
Keep slight left to continue on IL 83 North: Kingery Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
IL 83 North: Kingery Road
9
Keep slight right to continue on IL 83 North: Kingery Road North
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
IL 83 North: Kingery Road North
10
Continue on Kingery Highway
16 mi
·
23 min
·
Kingery Highway
11
Continue on Busse Road
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Busse Road
12
Turn right onto Touhy Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Touhy Avenue
13
Turn right onto East Higgins Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Higgins Road
14
Turn right onto South Elmhurst Road
351 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Elmhurst Road
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 149.9 miles from Mascoutah, IL, or about 2h 21m 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 66 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.9 miles or 2h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elk Grove, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mascoutah, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Mascoutah, IL
This is one driving day of about 299.8 miles and 4h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 66 miles from Mascoutah, 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 149.9 mi from Mascoutah, IL · 2h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
150 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 66 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 149.9 miles from Mascoutah, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Elk Grove, IL
The final approach into Elk Grove, 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 Elk Grove, 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
$46.87 one way
$93.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
105 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $51.46 | $102.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $57.69 | $115.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $66.19 | $132.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 89.9 | 1 | $31.48 | $14.39 |
| Efficient EV | 75 | 0 | $26.23 | $11.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 119.9 | 1 | $41.97 | $19.19 |
Gas CO2
105 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% 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
Elk Grove, IL
Afternoon in Elk Grove on Thursday
Local time
12:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bloomington, IL
150 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
20 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
4h 43m 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 Mascoutah, IL to Elk Grove, IL covers 299.8 miles and takes about 4h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jefferson Street, I 55 North, IL 83. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 149.9 miles from Mascoutah, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.87 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 straightforward 4h 43m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mascoutah, IL to Elk Grove, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mascoutah, IL to Elk Grove, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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