The drive from Naperville, IL to Washburn, IL covers 112.7 miles and takes about 2h 23m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 80, I 39, I 55 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.2 miles on I 80.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.3 miles from Naperville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 12m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 112.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 23m highway drive covering 112.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 80 and I 39. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.2 miles on I 80.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
719 ft534 ft
Total Climb
366 ft
Total Descent
389 ft
Highest Point
719 ft
~96.6 mi in
Elevation Range
185 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and I 39. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Washington Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 112.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Washington Street
Depart onto North Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
22.4 mi into trip|~35m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Iowa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 250B
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
5
23.2 mi into trip|~36m in|I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
70.4 mi into trip|~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Normal, Bloomington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 79A
Toward I 39 South, US 51 South: Normal, Bloomin...
5
94.5 mi into trip|~1h 53m in
Take the exit toward IL 17: Lacon, Wenona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward IL 17: Lacon, Wenona
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Naperville, IL and Washburn, IL, road signs point toward Bloomington and Wenona.
Bloomington
70.4 mi in|~1h 27m
Wenona
94.5 mi in|~1h 53m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 80
47.2 mi
50m
I 39
23.6 mi
25m
I 55
12.4 mi
14m
700 North Road
9.1 mi
13m
Main Street
5.4 mi
9m
North Washington Street
5.3 mi
11m
Weber Road
3.9 mi
7m
2160 E Rd
3 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 47.2 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Naperville, IL and Washburn, IL.
1
Start on North Washington Street
5.3 mi·11 min·North Washington Street
Use the left lane.
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.5 mi·51 sec·Washington Street
3
Continue on Weber Road
3.9 mi·7 min·Weber Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
5
Merge onto I 55
12 mi·14 min·I 55
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 250BToward I 80 West: IowaUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 80
47 mi·50 min·I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 79AToward I 39 South, US 51 South: Normal, Bloomington
9
Merge onto I 39; US 51
24 mi·25 min·I 39; US 51
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward IL 17: Lacon, Wenona
11
Turn straight onto IL 17
9.1 mi·13 min·700 North Road
12
Turn left onto IL 89
3.0 mi·5 min·2160 E Rd
13
Continue on IL 89
5.4 mi·9 min·Main Street
14
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 89
0.4 mi·37 sec·North Jefferson Street
15
Arrive at destination
IL 89
Trip Plan
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 56.3 miles from Naperville, IL, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.2 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 25 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.3 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Washburn, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Naperville, 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 Naperville, IL
This is one driving day of about 112.7 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Naperville, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 47.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.3 mi from Naperville, IL
· 1h 12m into the drive
The midpoint is around 56.3 miles from Naperville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Washburn, IL
The final approach into Washburn, 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 Washburn, 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
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...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 7.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.62 one way
$35.24 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$19.35
$38.69
premium
$4.89
$21.69
$43.38
diesel
$5.61
$24.88
$49.77
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.8
0
$11.83
$5.41
Efficient EV
28.2
0
$9.86
$4.51
EV Truck/SUV
45.1
0
$15.78
$7.21
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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 as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Naperville, IL
Afternoon
in Naperville on Friday
Local time
1:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 mph16% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 10:23PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Destination
Washburn, IL
Afternoon
in Washburn on Friday
Local time
1:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°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
12 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
2h 23m 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 Naperville, IL to Washburn, IL covers 112.7 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, I 39, I 55. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.3 miles from Naperville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.62 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 112.7 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Naperville, IL and Washburn, IL, road signs point toward Bloomington and Wenona.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 534 ft to 719 ft elevation with about 366 ft of total climbing.
