Origin
Schiller Park, IL
Night in Schiller Park on Tuesday
Local time
10:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Schiller Park, IL to Chicago, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
31m
Distance
16.9 mi
27 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Schiller Park, IL
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Chicago, IL
Otoniel Alvarado
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Schiller Park to Chicago, you are facing a brief 16.9-mile journey that typically takes about 31 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is easily manageable as a quick day outing, requiring no overnight stays or complex logistics. You can expect to spend roughly $3 on fuel for the entire excursion, making it a highly budget-friendly commute within the Midwest. Since the route avoids highways entirely, your progress will depend heavily on local traffic patterns and intersection navigation. It is a straightforward trip that serves as a functional link between the suburb and the city rather than a destination-heavy scenic tour.
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
8.5 miles from Schiller Park, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate from Schiller Park into the heart of Chicago. With a highway share of 0%, this route relies exclusively on surface streets, requiring your full attention at stoplights and intersections. You will not find any long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the journey is defined by constant adjustments and urban maneuvering. The personality of this drive is practical and utilitarian, lacking the high-speed rhythm of an interstate transit. Prepare for a steady, hands-on driving experience that reflects the density of the surrounding Illinois landscape.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Kennedy Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 25th Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.9 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: near the start (25th Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (IL 19 / Irving Park Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles: 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.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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25th Avenue
Turn left onto 25th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 19 / Irving Park Road
Turn left onto IL 19 / Irving Park Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
6.8 mi into trip
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~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 90 East, I 94 East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East, I 94 East
5
7.1 mi into trip
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~16m in
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I 90; I 94 / Kennedy Expressway
Merge onto I 90; I 94 / Kennedy Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
15.9 mi into trip
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~28m in
Take the exit toward 18th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 52C
Toward 18th Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kennedy Expressway | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| West Montrose Avenue | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Irving Park Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| West Irving Park Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Forest Preserve Drive | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Cermak Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Union Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Kennedy Expressway
— 7.9 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schiller Park, IL and Chicago, IL.
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Start on this road
37 ft
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8 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto 25th Avenue
138 ft
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12 sec
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25th Avenue
3
Turn left onto IL 19
1.8 mi
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3 min
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Irving Park Road
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on IL 19
1.4 mi
·
3 min
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West Irving Park Road
5
Turn slight left onto West Forest Preserve Drive
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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West Forest Preserve Drive
6
Turn slight right onto West Montrose Avenue
2.6 mi
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5 min
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West Montrose Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 90 East, I 94 East
8
Merge onto I 90; I 94
7.9 mi
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11 min
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Kennedy Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Continue on I 90; I 94
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Dan Ryan Expressway
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 52C
Toward 18th Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn slight left onto South Union Avenue
0.2 mi
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30 sec
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South Union Avenue
12
Turn right onto South Canalport Avenue
505 ft
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12 sec
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South Canalport Avenue
13
Turn left onto South Halsted Street
0.1 mi
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18 sec
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South Halsted Street
14
Turn right onto West Cermak Road
0.2 mi
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24 sec
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West Cermak Road
15
Turn left
152 ft
·
11 sec
16
Turn right
0.2 mi
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58 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 31-minute transit, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time, though it is wise to account for local traffic density. Given the lack of highway miles, try to avoid peak rush hours to keep your travel time closer to the estimated duration. You do not need to worry about complex stop planning or rest breaks, as the entire distance is easily covered in one go. My best advice is to keep your GPS active, as the turn-heavy nature of these local roads can make it easy to take a wrong street. Keep your $3 fuel budget in mind, but remember that idling in city traffic may slightly increase your actual consumption.
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 8.5 miles from Schiller Park, IL, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.9 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 16.9 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.5 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chicago, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Schiller Park, 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 Schiller Park, IL
This is one driving day of about 16.9 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Schiller Park, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Kennedy Expressway for about 7.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.5 mi from Schiller Park, IL · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 16.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.5 miles from Schiller Park, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chicago, IL
The final approach into Chicago, 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 Chicago, 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
$2.64 one way
$5.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.90 | $5.80 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.25 | $6.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.73 | $7.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.77 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Chicago, IL
Night in Chicago on Tuesday
Local time
10:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 mph
75% chance
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
12 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
31m 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 Schiller Park, IL to Chicago, IL covers 16.9 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kennedy Expressway, West Montrose Avenue, Irving Park Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.5 miles from Schiller Park, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.64 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 16.9 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: near the start (25th Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (IL 19 / Irving Park Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Schiller Park, IL to Chicago, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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