Origin
Riverton, IL
Evening in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
6:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, IL to Cicero, IL
Drive Time
3h 38m
Distance
188.4 mi
303 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 26m
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6 AM
3h 38m
8 AM
4h 3m
10 AM
3h 47m
12 PM
3h 44m
3 PM
3h 48m
5 PM
4h 2m
8 PM
3h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Riverton to Cicero, expect a straightforward journey covering 188.4 miles across the Illinois landscape. This drive typically takes about 3 hours and 38 minutes, making it a manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $29 for fuel to complete the trek. Since both cities are located within the Midwest, the drive maintains a consistent regional feel throughout. It is an ideal route for travelers who prefer efficiency and highway-focused travel over winding backroads.
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
94.2 miles from Riverton, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a highly efficient commute, as 95% of this journey is spent on major highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-55, which accounts for a 176.9-mile stretch of the trip. The experience is defined by a consistent, highway-focused pace rather than technical local driving. Aside from the initial departure and the final approach via South Williamsville Road and South Cicero Avenue, you can expect a steady, uninterrupted flow behind the wheel. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 176.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and South Williamsville Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near Valor Parkway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 188.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 7.1 miles (Valor Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.8 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
7.1 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Valor Parkway
Turn left onto Valor Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
25.8 mi into trip
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~33m in
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I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
55.2 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
7
185.5 mi into trip
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~3h 32m in
Take the exit toward IL 50: Cicero Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 286
Toward IL 50: Cicero Avenue
6
187.3 mi into trip
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~3h 35m in
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West 31st Street
Turn left onto West 31st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Riverton, IL to Cicero, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
Peoria
55.2 mi in
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~1h 5m
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via I 55
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 176.9 mi | 3h 17m |
| South Williamsville Road | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| South Cicero Avenue | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| North 7th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Laramie Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West 31st Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Valor Parkway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Old Route 66 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 176.9 mi, about 3h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, IL and Cicero, IL.
1
Start on East Lincoln Street
25 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Lincoln Street
2
Turn left onto North 7th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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North 7th Street
3
Continue on County Highway 5A
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
County Highway 5A
4
Continue on CR 5A; CR 31
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
South Main Street
5
Continue on South Williamsville Road
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
South Williamsville Road
6
Turn left onto Valor Parkway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Valor Parkway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on Old Route 66
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Route 66
8
Turn left onto IL 123
273 ft
·
7 sec
·
County Highway 2
Use the none lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
10
Merge onto I 55
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 55
Use the none lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
130 mi
·
2 hr 27 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Use the none lane.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 286
Toward IL 50: Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto IL 50
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cicero Avenue
Use the none lane.
15
Turn left onto West 31st Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
West 31st Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto South Laramie Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Laramie Avenue
Use the none lane.
17
Arrive at destination
South Laramie Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip of under four hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Planning for at least one stop is recommended to break up the long interstate stint and keep your energy levels high. Keep in mind that as you approach your destination, you will transition from open highway to the busier corridors of South Cicero Avenue. To make the most of your travel, check traffic conditions before you leave Riverton, as your entry into the Cicero area can be sensitive to peak-hour congestion. This predictable route allows for easy pacing, so take your time and stay alert during that final stretch.
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 94.2 miles from Riverton, IL, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 176.9 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.2 miles or 1h 49m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cicero, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Riverton, 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 Riverton, IL
This is one driving day of about 188.4 miles and 3h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Riverton, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 176.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 94.2 mi from Riverton, IL · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 94.2 miles from Riverton, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 176.9 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.62 one way
$57.23 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $31.55 | $63.09 |
| premium | $4.80 | $35.57 | $71.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.86 | $83.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.5 | 0 | $19.78 | $9.04 |
| Efficient EV | 47.1 | 0 | $16.49 | $7.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75.4 | 0 | $26.38 | $12.06 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Cicero, IL
Evening in Cicero on Sunday
Local time
6:44 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
8 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
3h 38m 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 Riverton, IL to Cicero, IL covers 188.4 miles and takes about 3h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, South Williamsville Road, South Cicero 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 94.2 miles from Riverton, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.62 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 188.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 7.1 miles (Valor Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 25.8 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.2 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Riverton, IL to Cicero, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
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