Origin
Olympia Fields, IL
Night in Olympia Fields on Thursday
Local time
11:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olympia Fields, IL to Chicago, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
45m
Distance
28.7 mi
46 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olympia Fields, IL
Willian Justen de Vasconcellos
Chicago, IL
Otoniel Alvarado
Trip Overview
This straightforward 28.7-mile drive from Olympia Fields, IL, to Chicago, IL, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 45 minutes. With a highway share of 68%, expect a predominantly interstate experience. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $4, making it an economical option. As you travel within the Midwest region, this route focuses on efficient transit rather than scenic detours. It's a practical choice for getting between these two Illinois locations without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 28.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive is largely highway-focused, with 68% of the journey on interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-57, which includes a continuous stretch of 10.1 miles. The route also incorporates the Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) and Kedzie Avenue, offering a mix of high-speed travel and more urban roadway. Expect a steady pace as you make your way toward Chicago.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 10.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and Dan Ryan Expressway (Express). You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near Kedzie Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 28.7 miles you will encounter 13 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 2 miles (Kedzie Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (US 6 / West 159th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Kedzie Avenue
Turn right onto Kedzie Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 6 / West 159th Street
Turn left onto US 6 / West 159th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.1 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
21.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Roa...
8
27.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53A
Toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 10.1 mi | 13m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Kedzie Avenue | 5 mi | 9m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Western Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Vollmer Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| West 159th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Cermak Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 10.1 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olympia Fields, IL and Chicago, IL.
1
Start on West 207th Street
49 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 207th Street
2
Turn right onto Western Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Western Avenue
3
Turn left onto CH B66
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Vollmer Road
4
Turn right onto Kedzie Avenue
5.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Kedzie Avenue
5
Turn left onto US 6
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 159th Street
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 57 North: Chicago, I-294 North
7
Merge onto I 57
10 mi
·
13 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 94
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Road
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 53A
Toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn slight left onto South Ruble Street
243 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Ruble Street
12
Turn slight left
75 ft
·
4 sec
13
Turn left onto South Canalport Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Canalport Avenue
14
Turn left onto South Halsted Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Halsted Street
15
Turn right onto West Cermak Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Cermak Road
16
Turn left
152 ft
·
11 sec
17
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.49 one way
$8.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.93 | $9.85 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.52 | $11.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 10 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| Efficient EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.51 | $1.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
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
Chicago, IL
Night in Chicago on Thursday
Local time
11:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
20 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
45m 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 Olympia Fields, IL to Chicago, IL covers 28.7 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, Dan Ryan Expressway (Express), Kedzie Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.4 miles from Olympia Fields, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.49 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 28.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 2 miles (Kedzie Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (US 6 / West 159th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.1 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Olympia Fields, IL to Chicago, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
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