Drive Time
5h 2m
Distance
253.7 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
The drive from Naperville, IL to Bedford, IL covers 253.7 miles and takes about 5h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Washington Street, Weber Road, I 55 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $37.67 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
126.8 miles from Naperville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 31m into the drive .
Expect a 5h 2m drive with frequent turns across 253.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Weber Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 55 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 72 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| IL 100 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 100 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 865 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 874 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Naperville, IL and Bedford, IL.
Start on North Washington Street
Turn right onto Washington Street
Continue on Weber Road
Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 South: Bloomington
Merge slight left
Keep slight right to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
Keep slight right to continue on I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville
Take the exit slight right toward IL 100: Bluffs, Detroit
Turn left
Turn left
At the end of the road, turn right
Turn left onto Illinois Route 100
Turn left onto 865 North
Continue on 874 North
Continue on Road 4000 East
Continue on Road 886 North
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 126.8 miles or 2h 31m 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 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bedford, IL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Naperville, 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 Naperville, IL
This is one driving day of about 253.7 miles and 5h 2m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 126.8 mi from Naperville, IL · 2h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
127 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 126.8 miles from Naperville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Bedford, 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 Bedford, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$37.67 one way
$75.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $42.48 | $84.96 |
| premium | $4.65 | $46.49 | $92.97 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $52.98 | $105.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 88.8 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.1 | 0 | $26.64 | $12.18 |
| Efficient EV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.20 | $10.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 101.5 | 1 | $35.52 | $16.24 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Naperville on Saturday
Local time
7:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Bedford on Saturday
Local time
7:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
53°F
Bloomington, IL
127 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore more options from Naperville, IL or browse trips ending in Bedford, IL.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse IL road trips.
Explore maps for Naperville, IL or Bedford, IL on MapSof.net.