Origin
Naperville, IL
Evening in Naperville on Thursday
Local time
5:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Naperville, IL to Cerro Gordo, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 33m
Distance
155.9 mi
251 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 21m
★
6 AM
3h 33m
8 AM
3h 58m
10 AM
3h 42m
12 PM
3h 39m
3 PM
3h 43m
5 PM
3h 57m
8 PM
3h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cerro Gordo, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Naperville, IL to Cerro Gordo, IL covers 155.9 miles and takes about 3h 33m 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 $24.37 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78 miles from Naperville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 33m. Total distance: 155.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 33m 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 3h 33m drive with frequent turns across 155.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washington 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Naperville, IL to Cerro Gordo, IL is easy. At 3h 33m 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 Naperville, IL to Cerro Gordo, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washington Street | — | — |
| Weber Road | — | — |
| I 55 South | — | — |
| Towanda | — | — |
| North 1900 East Road | — | — |
| North Jefferson Street | — | — |
| West Hely Street | — | — |
| Towanda-Barnes Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Washington Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Naperville, IL and Cerro Gordo, IL.
1
Start on North Washington Street
5.3 mi
·
11 min
·
North Washington Street
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 slight right toward I 55 South: Bloomington
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 55 South: Bloomington
5
Merge slight left
92 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward Towanda
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Towanda
7
Turn straight onto North 1900 East Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
North 1900 East Road
8
Continue on North Jefferson Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Jefferson Street
9
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Hely Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Hely Street
10
Continue on Towanda-Barnes Road
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Towanda-Barnes Road
11
Continue on North Towanda Barnes Road
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
North Towanda Barnes Road
12
Turn left
2.0 mi
·
2 min
13
Turn right onto North Seminary Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Seminary Street
14
Continue on East 700 North Road
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
East 700 North Road
15
Turn left onto I 74 East: Champaign
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 74 East: Champaign
16
Merge slight left
6.3 mi
·
6 min
17
Take the exit slight right toward Le Roy
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Le Roy
18
Turn right onto St Leroy Spur
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
St Leroy Spur
19
Turn left onto East Bicentennial Drive
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Bicentennial Drive
20
Continue on North 2700 East Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
North 2700 East Road
21
Continue on LeRoy Road
4.0 mi
·
9 min
·
LeRoy Road
22
At the end of the road, turn left onto Parnell Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Parnell Road
23
Turn right onto Fullerton Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Fullerton Road
24
Continue on North County Road 2100 East
14 mi
·
24 min
·
North County Road 2100 East
25
Turn left onto East 1500 North Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1500 North Road
26
Turn right onto North Main Street
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
North Main Street
27
Continue on Carter Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Carter Street
28
Turn left onto North Jackson Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
North Jackson Street
29
Turn right onto East South Street
466 ft
·
26 sec
·
East South Street
30
Turn left onto Monroe Street
167 ft
·
7 sec
·
Monroe Street
31
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 78 miles from Naperville, IL, or about 1h 46m 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 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78 miles or 1h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cerro Gordo, 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.
+
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 155.9 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Naperville, 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 78 mi from Naperville, IL · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78 miles from Naperville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cerro Gordo, IL
The final approach into Cerro Gordo, 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 Cerro Gordo, 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
$24.37 one way
$48.75 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.76 | $53.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.00 | $60.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.42 | $68.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.8 | 0 | $16.37 | $7.48 |
| Efficient EV | 39 | 0 | $13.64 | $6.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.4 | 0 | $21.83 | $9.98 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Cerro Gordo, IL
Evening in Cerro Gordo on Thursday
Local time
5:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Fairbury, IL
78 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
23 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
3h 33m 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 Naperville, IL to Cerro Gordo, IL covers 155.9 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washington Street, Weber Road, I 55 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 78 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 $24.37 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Naperville, IL to Cerro Gordo, IL is easy. At 3h 33m 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 Naperville, IL to Cerro Gordo, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Naperville, IL to Cerro Gordo, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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