The drive from Schaumburg, IL to Shorewood, IL covers 44.6 miles and takes about 1h behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 355, Adlai Stevenson Expressway, South Roselle Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.1 miles on I 355.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Schaumburg is a city in Chicagoland, best known for its ever popular Woodfield Mall, the largest mall in Illinois. Its name is derived from a place in Germany.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 44.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h highway drive covering 44.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 355 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 20.1 miles on I 355.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 355 is the longest continuous segment at about 20.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 355 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.6 miles you will encounter 15 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 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (I 355): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
5.1 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the exit toward I 290: Chicago, Rockford
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 12
Toward I 290: Chicago, Rockford
7
5.8 mi into trip|~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 290 East: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 290 East: Chicago
8
6.9 mi into trip|~12m in|I 355
Keep slight left at fork onto I 355 toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7
Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
8
27 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Joliet Road, Saint Louis
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 12A
Toward I 55 South: Joliet Road, Saint Louis
8
43.6 mi into trip|~58m in
Take the exit toward US 52: Shorewood, Joliet
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 253
Toward US 52: Shorewood, Joliet
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 Shorewood, IL, road signs point toward Rockford, Saint Louis and Joliet Road South.
Rockford
5.1 mi in|~9m
Saint Louis
27 mi in|~37m
Joliet Road South
27.3 mi in|~37m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 355
20.1 mi
25m
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
15.8 mi
19m
South Roselle Road
2.3 mi
4m
Elgin-O'Hare Tollway
1.8 mi
2m
I 290
0.6 mi
<1m
North Roselle Road
0.5 mi
1m
West Jefferson Street
0.5 mi
1m
West Thacker Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 355
— 20.1 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schaumburg, IL and Shorewood, 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
2.3 mi·4 min·South Roselle Road
5
Turn left
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward IL 390 East TollUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto IL 390
1.8 mi·2 min·Elgin-O'Hare Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 12Toward I 290: Chicago, RockfordUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·42 sec
Toward I 290 East: ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 290
0.6 mi·43 sec·I 290
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 355
20 mi·25 min·I 355
Exit 7Toward I 355 South Tollway: JolietUse the slight left lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 12AToward I 55 South: Joliet Road, Saint LouisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward Joliet Road SouthUse the slight left lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward I 55 South: Saint LouisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 55
16 mi·19 min·Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 253Toward US 52: Shorewood, JolietUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn right onto US 52
0.3 mi·37 sec·West Jefferson Street
17
Continue on US 52
0.1 mi·16 sec·East Jefferson Street
18
Continue on US 52
0.1 mi·23 sec·West Jefferson Street
19
Turn left onto Summer Street
0.1 mi·24 sec·Summer Street
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
Summer Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.3 mi from Schaumburg, IL
· 31m into the drive
The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from Schaumburg, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Shorewood, IL
The final approach into Shorewood, 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
$6.97 one way
$13.95 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg16 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$7.66
$15.31
premium
$4.89
$8.58
$17.17
diesel
$5.61
$9.85
$19.69
Estimated Tolls: $0.12
Elgin-O'Hare Tollway
(1.8 mi)$0.12
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$0
Total
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 69% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
13.4
0
$4.68
$2.14
Efficient EV
11.2
0
$3.90
$1.78
EV Truck/SUV
17.8
0
$6.24
$2.85
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Schaumburg, IL
Night
in Schaumburg on Friday
Local time
10:56 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Widespread Fog
ESE 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 9:56PM CDT until April 17 at 4:25PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 9:56PM CDT until April 18 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Destination
Shorewood, IL
Night
in Shorewood on Friday
Local time
10:56 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
1 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 on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Shorewood, IL covers 44.6 miles and takes about 1h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 355, Adlai Stevenson Expressway, South Roselle Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.3 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 $6.97 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 44.6 miles you will encounter 15 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 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (I 355): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Schaumburg, IL and Shorewood, IL, road signs point toward Rockford, Saint Louis and Joliet Road South.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
