Origin
Morton Grove, IL
Afternoon in Morton Grove on Wednesday
Local time
2:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morton Grove, IL to Bolingbrook, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
53m
Distance
34.7 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morton Grove, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Morton Grove to Bolingbrook, expect a 34.7-mile journey that typically takes around 53 minutes. This trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to navigate without needing an overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, the drive remains an economical choice for commuters or visitors moving through the Illinois Midwest. You will primarily rely on local surface streets like West Dempster Street, North Waukegan Road, and Harlem Avenue rather than major interstates. Because this is a straightforward local route, you have significant flexibility in your schedule, making it an easy trip to fit into your existing plans.
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
17.4 miles from Morton Grove, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Since the highway share for this 34.7-mile trek is 0%, you will spend the entire duration navigating surface streets rather than cruising on open interstates. The route lacks long, uninterrupted stretches, meaning you should prepare for frequent stops and turns as you transition between local roads. You will find that the character of the drive remains consistent throughout, focusing on local traffic flow rather than high-speed travel. Stay alert at intersections, as the constant navigation through residential and commercial areas defines the overall rhythm of this journey.
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.
West Dempster 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Morton Grove, IL to Bolingbrook, IL is easy. At 53m 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 Morton Grove, IL to Bolingbrook, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Dempster Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Waukegan Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harlem Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Touhy Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Des Plaines River Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 294 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Tri-State Tollway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 88 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Dempster Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morton Grove, IL and Bolingbrook, IL.
1
Start on Fernald Avenue
115 ft
·
13 sec
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Fernald Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Dempster Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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West Dempster Street
3
Turn left onto North Waukegan Road
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Waukegan Road
4
Continue on North Waukegan Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Waukegan Road
5
Turn left onto Harlem Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Harlem Avenue
6
Turn right onto West Touhy Avenue
3.2 mi
·
6 min
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West Touhy Avenue
7
Turn left onto South Des Plaines River Road
184 ft
·
4 sec
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South Des Plaines River Road
8
Take the ramp slight right toward I 294 South: Indiana
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
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I 294 South: Indiana
9
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
8.9 mi
·
11 min
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Tri-State Tollway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
11
Keep slight right to continue on Tri-State Tollway
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Tri-State Tollway
12
Continue on Tri-State Tollway
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Tri-State Tollway
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 88 West Toll: Aurora
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
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I 88 West Toll: Aurora
14
Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
15
Keep slight right to continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 355 South: Joliet
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
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I 355 South: Joliet
17
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Tollway
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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Veterans Memorial Tollway
18
Take the exit slight right toward 63rd Street, Hobson Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
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63rd Street, Hobson Road
19
Turn right onto 63rd Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
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63rd Street
20
Continue on Hobson Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Hobson Road
21
Turn left
4.4 mi
·
7 min
22
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 53-minute duration of this trip, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best fits your schedule. Because there are no mandatory stops required for a drive of this length, you can easily complete the journey in one push without needing to factor in extra rest time. Keep in mind that since you are relying entirely on local roads like Harlem Avenue and North Waukegan Road, traffic volume may fluctuate significantly during peak morning or evening hours. Budget your $5 fuel cost ahead of time so you can focus on the road without unnecessary distractions. A smart tip for this specific route is to double-check your turn-by-turn navigation before you leave, as the lack of highway driving means you will be making several transitions between surface streets.
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 17.4 miles from Morton Grove, IL, or about 26m 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 34.7 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.4 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bolingbrook, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Morton Grove, 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 Morton Grove, IL
This is one driving day of about 34.7 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Morton Grove, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.4 mi from Morton Grove, IL · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.4 miles from Morton Grove, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bolingbrook, IL
The final approach into Bolingbrook, 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 Bolingbrook, 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
$5.42 one way
$10.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.96 | $11.91 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.68 | $13.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.64 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Bolingbrook, IL
Afternoon in Bolingbrook on Wednesday
Local time
2:02 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
18 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
53m 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 Morton Grove, IL to Bolingbrook, IL covers 34.7 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Dempster Street, North Waukegan Road, Harlem Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.4 miles from Morton Grove, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.42 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.
The drive from Morton Grove, IL to Bolingbrook, IL is easy. At 53m 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 Morton Grove, IL to Bolingbrook, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Morton Grove, IL to Bolingbrook, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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