Origin
Oak Forest, IL
Evening in Oak Forest on Sunday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oak Forest, IL to Bolingbrook, IL
Drive Time
40m
Distance
28.1 mi
45 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
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6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oak Forest, IL
Lauri Poldre
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick trip between Oak Forest and Bolingbrook, you are looking at a manageable 28.1-mile drive through the Midwest. Expect to spend about 40 minutes on the road, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $4 for fuel will cover your transit costs easily. Since the route utilizes a mix of the Tri-State Tollway, the Adlai Stevenson Expressway, and Cicero Avenue, you will experience a variety of traffic patterns. This drive is straightforward and efficient, perfect for those needing to commute or visit between these two Illinois hubs without a major time commitment.
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
14 miles from Oak Forest, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 28.1-mile journey offers a mixed driving profile, balancing local roads with major expressway stretches. Roughly 36 percent of your travel will occur on highways, providing a blend of high-speed transit and standard surface street navigation. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 10.9 miles on the Tri-State Tollway, which serves as the primary backbone of the trip. The transition between the Stevenson Expressway and local arteries like Cicero Avenue keeps the experience dynamic rather than monotonous. Expect a functional drive that shifts from high-capacity lanes to standard suburban traffic as you navigate toward your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tri-State Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 10.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 6 / West 159th Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 28.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 6 / West 159th Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.4 miles (IL 50 / Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 6 / West 159th Street
Turn uturn onto US 6 / West 159th Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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IL 50 / Cicero Avenue
Turn left onto IL 50 / Cicero Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
16 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 23B
Toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
7
16 mi into trip
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~22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
7
26.5 mi into trip
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~37m in
Take the exit toward IL 53: Bolingbrook
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 267
Toward IL 53: Bolingbrook
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Oak Forest, IL to Bolingbrook, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
Saint Louis
16 mi in
|
~22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tri-State Tollway | 10.9 mi | 13m |
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Cicero Avenue | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| South Bolingbrook Drive | 1 mi | 2m |
| West 159th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Bolingbrook Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Tri-State Tollway
— 10.9 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Forest, IL and Bolingbrook, IL.
1
Start on this road
116 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn uturn onto US 6
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
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West 159th Street
3
Turn left onto IL 50
4.1 mi
·
6 min
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Cicero Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 294 North: Wisconsin
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Merge onto I 294
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
449 ft
·
11 sec
Exit 23B
Toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 55
10 mi
·
13 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 267
Toward IL 53: Bolingbrook
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto IL 53
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Bolingbrook Drive
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on IL 53
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Bolingbrook Drive
12
Arrive at destination
IL 53
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 40-minute excursion, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. With no mandatory stops required to complete the 28.1-mile distance, you can easily plan your day around personal appointments or meetings. Keep in mind that the route relies heavily on major expressways, so checking live traffic conditions before you leave is a smart way to avoid potential congestion on the Tri-State or Stevenson segments. Since fuel costs are quite low at around $4, you won't need to worry about complex refueling logistics during the drive. Focus on navigating the shift from expressway speeds to surface streets as you exit the highway, as traffic density can change quickly once you merge onto Cicero Avenue.
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 14 miles from Oak Forest, IL, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.9 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 28.1 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bolingbrook, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, IL
This is one driving day of about 28.1 miles and 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Oak Forest, 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 Tri-State Tollway for about 10.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14 mi from Oak Forest, IL · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14 miles from Oak Forest, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bolingbrook, IL
The final approach into Bolingbrook, 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 Bolingbrook, 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
$4.27 one way
$8.54 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.71 | $9.41 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.30 | $10.61 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.24 | $12.49 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.65
Tri-state Tollway
(10.9 mi)
$0.65
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.46 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Bolingbrook, IL
Evening in Bolingbrook on Sunday
Local time
5:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
40m 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 Forest, IL to Bolingbrook, IL covers 28.1 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tri-State Tollway, Adlai Stevenson Expressway, Cicero Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14 miles from Oak Forest, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.27 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 demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 28.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 6 / West 159th Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.4 miles (IL 50 / Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Oak Forest, IL to Bolingbrook, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Saint Louis along the way.
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