Origin
Oak Brook, IL
Late night in Oak Brook on Friday
Local time
1:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oak Brook, IL to Wheaton, IL
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
22m
Distance
11.3 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oak Brook, IL
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Wheaton, IL
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Trip Overview
This short, 11.3-mile drive from Oak Brook, IL to Wheaton, IL is a quick trip perfect for a single day. Expect the journey to take around 22 minutes, making it ideal for a quick errand or a brief scenic detour within the Midwest region. With no highway driving, the focus is on local roads, and the estimated fuel cost is a modest $2. This route is designed for a single day, so no overnight stays are necessary. It's a straightforward drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 22m. Total distance: 11.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating city streets and local thoroughfares rather than high-speed highways. With a 0% highway share, prepare for frequent turns and a more engaged driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.4 miles on East Roosevelt Road, offering a brief period of consistent travel before more turns. The primary roads guiding you include East Roosevelt Road, Oak Brook Road, and 31st Street, each contributing to the local feel of the journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Roosevelt Road is the longest continuous segment at about 3.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near Highland Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 11.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 22m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (Highland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Highland Avenue
Turn right onto Highland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Turn slight left toward IL 56 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward IL 56 West
7
6.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward IL 38: Roosevelt Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 24
Toward IL 38: Roosevelt Road
8
7.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward IL 38: Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn, Wheaton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward IL 38: Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn, Wheat...
6
10.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
South Main Street
Turn right onto South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Oak Brook, IL to Wheaton, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Glen Ellyn along the way.
Glen Ellyn
7.3 mi in
|
~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Roosevelt Road | 3.4 mi | 7m |
| Oak Brook Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| 31st Street | 2 mi | 3m |
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Butterfield Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Highland Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Wesley Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Roosevelt Road
— 3.4 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Brook, IL and Wheaton, IL.
1
Start on Oak Brook Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Brook Road
2
Continue on 31st Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
31st Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Oak Brook Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Oak Brook Road
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on 31st Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
31st Street
5
Turn right onto Highland Avenue
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Highland Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Turn slight left
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Toward IL 56 West
Use the left lane.
7
Turn straight onto IL 56
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Butterfield Road
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 355 Toll North: Northwest Suburbs
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 355
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 24
Toward IL 38: Roosevelt Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
389 ft
·
11 sec
Toward IL 38: Roosevelt Road, Glen Ellyn, Wheaton
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left onto IL 38
3.4 mi
·
7 min
·
East Roosevelt Road
13
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
14
At end of road, turn left onto West Wesley Street
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Wesley Street
15
Arrive at destination
West Wesley Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.77 one way
$3.53 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.94 | $3.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.17 | $4.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.49 | $4.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.07
Veterans Memorial Tollway
(0.9 mi)
$0.07
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Tolls
$0
Total
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.19 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Wheaton, IL
Late night in Wheaton on Friday
Local time
1:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
22m 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 Oak Brook, IL to Wheaton, IL covers 11.3 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Roosevelt Road, Oak Brook Road, 31st Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.7 miles from Oak Brook, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.77 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 is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 11.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 22m.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (Highland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Oak Brook, IL to Wheaton, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Glen Ellyn along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
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