Trip from Northbrook, IL to Cicero, IL

Drive Time

41m

Distance

25.8 mi

42 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min

4 AM

0h 38m ★

6 AM

0h 42m

8 AM

0h 49m

10 AM

0h 44m

12 PM

0h 43m

3 PM

0h 44m

5 PM

0h 48m

8 PM

0h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Northbrook, IL

Mike Tyurin

Trip Overview

The drive from Northbrook, IL to Cicero, IL covers 25.8 miles and takes about 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Edens Expressway, North Pulaski Road, Shermer Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.3 miles on Edens Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.92 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

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

12.9 miles from Northbrook, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .

Drive Character

The drive from Northbrook, IL to Cicero, IL covers 25.8 miles and takes about 41m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Edens Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 1st Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25.8 miles you will encounter 16 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: at 0.1 miles (1st Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.6 miles (I 94; US 41 / Edens Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 1st Street

Turn left onto 1st Street

Navigation decision point

2.6 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 94; US 41 / Edens Expressway

Merge onto I 94; US 41 / Edens Expressway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

16.3 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward IL 19: Irving Park Road, Keeler Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 44A Toward IL 19: Irving Park Road, Keeler Avenue

18.9 mi into trip | ~28m in | West Belden Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto West Belden Avenue

Navigation decision point

22.9 mi into trip | ~36m in | IL 50 / North Cicero Avenue

Turn left onto IL 50 / North Cicero Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Edens Expressway	13.3 mi	16m
North Pulaski Road	5 mi	9m
Shermer Road	1.4 mi	2m
South Laramie Avenue	1.4 mi	2m
North Cicero Avenue	1 mi	1m
West Madison Street	1 mi	2m
Dundee Road	0.8 mi	1m
West Roosevelt Road	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Edens Expressway — 13.3 mi, about 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Northbrook, IL and Cicero, IL.

Start on the route

299 ft · 27 sec · the route

Turn left onto 1st Street

295 ft · 15 sec · 1st Street

Turn left onto Walters Avenue

121 ft · 9 sec · Walters Avenue

Turn left onto Shermer Road

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Shermer Road

Keep slight right to continue on Shermer Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Shermer Road

Turn slight right onto Dundee Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Dundee Road

Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 East, US 41 South

0.2 mi · 25 sec · I 94 East, US 41 South

Merge slight left onto Edens Expressway

13 mi · 16 min · Edens Expressway

Continue on Kennedy Expressway

0.4 mi · 35 sec · Kennedy Expressway

Take the exit slight right toward IL 19: Irving Park Road, Keeler Avenue

0.3 mi · 35 sec · IL 19: Irving Park Road, Keeler Avenue

Continue on Kennedy Irving Park Road

390 ft · 16 sec · Kennedy Irving Park Road

Turn slight left onto West Irving Park Road

0.2 mi · 23 sec · West Irving Park Road

Turn right onto North Pulaski Road

2.1 mi · 4 min · North Pulaski Road

At the end of the road, turn right onto West Belden Avenue

171 ft · 10 sec · West Belden Avenue

Turn left onto North Pulaski Road

2.9 mi · 5 min · North Pulaski Road

Turn right onto West Madison Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Madison Street

Turn left onto North Cicero Avenue

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Cicero Avenue

Turn right onto West Roosevelt Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Roosevelt Road

Turn left onto South Laramie Avenue

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Laramie Avenue

Arrive at your destination

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 12.9 miles from Northbrook, IL, or about 18m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.3 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 25.8 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 12.9 miles or 18m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 34m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cicero, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Northbrook, 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 Northbrook, IL

This is one driving day of about 25.8 miles and 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Northbrook, 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.

The longest stretch is on Edens Expressway for about 13.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 12.9 mi from Northbrook, IL · 18m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Oak Park, IL

13 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

Berwyn, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 25.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Evanston, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 12.9 miles from Northbrook, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Cicero, IL

The final approach into Cicero, 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 Cicero, 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...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour Free near mile 25.8

Caution: Road Construction Near the Park

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.92 one way

$7.84 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 9 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$4.32	$8.64
premium	$4.80	$4.87	$9.74
diesel	$5.64	$5.73	$11.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$29–$54

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	7.7	$2.71	$1.24
Efficient EV	6.5	$2.26	$1.03
EV Truck/SUV	10.3	$3.61	$1.65

Gas CO2

9 kg

EV CO2

3 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 data refreshed 2 hours ago

Origin

Northbrook, IL

Late night in Northbrook on Monday

Local time

4:50 AM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cicero, IL

Late night in Cicero on Monday

Local time

4:50 AM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers

SW 15 mph 18% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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

11 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

41m 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 Northbrook, IL to Cicero, IL covers 25.8 miles and takes about 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Edens Expressway, North Pulaski Road, Shermer Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 12.9 miles from Northbrook, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.92 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 route from Northbrook, IL to Cicero, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Northbrook, IL to Cicero, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Cicero, IL

National Parks Near This Route

Pullman National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Northbrook, IL

Cicero, IL

Same local time

11 degrees warmer at arrival

41m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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