Origin
Schaumburg, IL
Late night in Schaumburg on Friday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Schaumburg, IL to East Moline, IL
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
3h 3m
Distance
161.6 mi
260 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 52m
★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 56m
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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East Moline, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Schaumburg, IL to East Moline, IL covers 161.6 miles and takes about 3h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Thacker Street, North Roselle Road, West Central Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.26 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
80.8 miles from Schaumburg, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 3m. Total distance: 161.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 3m drive with frequent turns across 161.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Thacker Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Schaumburg, IL to East Moline, IL is easy. At 3h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Schaumburg, IL to East Moline, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Thacker Street | — | — |
| North Roselle Road | — | — |
| West Central Road | — | — |
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | — | — |
| I-39 South | — | — |
| I 88 West | — | — |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway | — | — |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Thacker Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schaumburg, IL and East Moline, IL.
1
Start on North Pleasant Drive
427 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Pleasant Drive
2
Turn right onto West Thacker Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Thacker Street
3
Turn left onto North Roselle Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Roselle Road
4
Turn left onto West Central Road
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Central Road
5
Take the ramp left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge slight left onto Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
47 mi
·
50 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
7
Take the exit slight right toward I-39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I-39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington
8
Merge slight right
0.5 mi
·
30 sec
9
Continue straight
2.1 mi
·
2 min
10
Keep slight right
22 mi
·
24 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 88 West Toll: Moline, Rock Island
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 88 West Toll: Moline, Rock Island
12
Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
34 mi
·
36 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
13
Continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
14
Continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
38 mi
·
40 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
15
Continue on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
16
Continue straight
4.8 mi
·
6 min
17
Turn right onto Crosstown Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Crosstown Avenue
18
Continue on 30th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
30th Avenue
19
Turn right onto 7th Street
118 ft
·
3 sec
·
7th Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 80.8 miles from Schaumburg, IL, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
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 36 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.8 miles or 1h 31m 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Moline, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Schaumburg, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Schaumburg, IL
This is one driving day of about 161.6 miles and 3h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Schaumburg, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.8 mi from Schaumburg, IL · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 80.8 miles from Schaumburg, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Moline, IL
The final approach into East Moline, 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 East Moline, 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
$25.26 one way
$50.53 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.74 | $55.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.10 | $62.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.68 | $71.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.5 | 0 | $16.97 | $7.76 |
| Efficient EV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.14 | $6.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.6 | 0 | $22.62 | $10.34 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
East Moline, IL
Late night in East Moline on Friday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
40°F
Flagg, IL
81 mi in
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
20 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
3h 3m 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 East Moline, IL covers 161.6 miles and takes about 3h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Thacker Street, North Roselle Road, West Central Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.8 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 $25.26 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.
The drive from Schaumburg, IL to East Moline, IL is easy. At 3h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Schaumburg, IL to East Moline, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Schaumburg, IL to East Moline, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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