Origin
Schaumburg, IL
Late night in Schaumburg on Thursday
Local time
12:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Schaumburg, IL to Bristol, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
42.2 mi
68 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Schaumburg, IL
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Bristol, IL
Boys in Bristol Photography
Trip Overview
This 42.2-mile drive from Schaumburg, IL, to Bristol, IL, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 6 minutes. Primarily using the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway, County Farm Road, and IL 56, this journey is well-suited as a single-day excursion. Budget around $7 for fuel for this route, which stays within the Midwest region and the state of Illinois. The overall feel is that of a local drive with frequent turns, making it a straightforward hop between two Illinois communities.
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
21.1 miles from Schaumburg, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 42.2-mile route. With only 26% of the journey on highways, you'll encounter a mix of faster-paced tollway travel and more intricate local road navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 9.1 miles on the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway, after which you'll transition to County Farm Road and IL 56. This profile suggests a drive where you'll be adjusting your speed and direction more frequently, especially as you get closer to your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 9.1 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 6.7 miles in near Greenbrook Boulevard.
Route Complexity
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.2 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 6.7 miles (Greenbrook Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31 miles (IL 56): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Greenbrook Boulevard
Turn right onto Greenbrook Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
21.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the ramp toward I 88 West Toll: De Kalb, Iowa
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 88 West Toll: De Kalb, Iowa
8
31 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
IL 56
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 56 toward IL 56 West: Sugar Grove
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 113
Toward IL 56 West: Sugar Grove
7
35.3 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward US 30 East, IL 47: Sugar Grove, Elburn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 30 East, IL 47: Sugar Grove, Elburn
9
35.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward IL 47 South, US 30 East: Sugar Grove
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward IL 47 South, US 30 East: Sugar Grove
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Schaumburg, IL and Bristol, IL, road signs point toward Iowa and Elburn.
Iowa
21.6 mi in
|
~38m
Elburn
35.3 mi in
|
~56m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| County Farm Road | 5.9 mi | 10m |
| IL 56 | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Illinois Route 59 | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| Elgin-O'Hare Tollway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| United States Route 30 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| South Roselle Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| South Neltnor Boulevard | 2.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
— 9.1 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schaumburg, IL and Bristol, IL.
1
Start on North Pleasant Drive
426 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Pleasant Drive
2
Turn right onto West Thacker Street
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Thacker Street
3
Turn right onto North Roselle Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Roselle Road
4
Continue on South Roselle Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Roselle Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward IL 390 Toll West
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto IL 390
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Elgin-O'Hare Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto US 20
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Lake Street
8
Turn right onto Greenbrook Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Greenbrook Boulevard
Use the left lane.
9
Turn left onto County Farm Road
5.9 mi
·
10 min
·
County Farm Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto West Geneva Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Geneva Road
11
Continue on East Washington Street
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Washington Street
12
Turn left onto IL 59
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
South Neltnor Boulevard
13
Continue on IL 59
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Illinois Route 59
Use the left lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 88 West Toll: De Kalb, Iowa
Use the right lane.
15
Merge onto I 88; IL 110
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 56
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
IL 56
Exit 113
Toward IL 56 West: Sugar Grove
Use the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward US 30 East, IL 47: Sugar Grove, Elburn
Use the right lane.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward IL 47 South, US 30 East: Sugar Grove
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Merge onto IL 47
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Illinois Route 47
20
Continue on US 30; IL 47
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
United States Route 30
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on North Bridge Street
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bridge Street
22
Turn left onto Galena Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Galena Road
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto Cannonball Trail
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Cannonball Trail
Use the right lane.
24
Arrive at destination
Cannonball Trail
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 42.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility. Consider departing during off-peak hours to minimize potential traffic on the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway and local roads. With a duration of just over an hour and a fuel cost estimate of $7, extensive stops aren't necessary, but you can easily pull over if needed. Keep an eye out for the transitions between the tollway and County Farm Road/IL 56, as these are where the driving will become more localized and potentially require more attention.
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 21.1 miles from Schaumburg, IL, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.1 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 42 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.1 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bristol, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Schaumburg, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Schaumburg, IL
This is one driving day of about 42.2 miles and 1h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Schaumburg, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway for about 9.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.1 mi from Schaumburg, IL · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.1 miles from Schaumburg, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bristol, IL
The final approach into Bristol, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.60 one way
$13.19 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.24 | $14.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.12 | $16.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.32 | $18.63 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.77
Reagan Memorial Tollway
(9.1 mi)
$0.54
Elgin-O'Hare Tollway
(3.3 mi)
$0.23
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
$7
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.43 | $2.03 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.69 | $1.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.91 | $2.70 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Bristol, IL
Late night in Bristol on Thursday
Local time
12:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
17 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
1h 6m 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 Schaumburg, IL to Bristol, IL covers 42.2 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway, County Farm Road, IL 56. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.1 miles from Schaumburg, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.60 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 42.2 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.7 miles (Greenbrook Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31 miles (IL 56): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Schaumburg, IL and Bristol, IL, road signs point toward Iowa and Elburn.
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