Origin
Wadsworth, IL
Morning in Wadsworth on Monday
Local time
7:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wadsworth, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL
Drive Time
56m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wadsworth, IL
Max Rottersman
Hoffman Estates, IL
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
The drive from Wadsworth, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL covers 34.3 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Milwaukee Avenue, North Roselle Road, North State Route 53 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.9 miles on Milwaukee Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.21 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
17.2 miles from Wadsworth, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 34.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Milwaukee Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 5.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CH A9 / West Wadsworth Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 (CH A9 / West Wadsworth Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles (IL 176 / West Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.4 miles (US 45 / North Lake Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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CH A9 / West Wadsworth Road
Turn left onto CH A9 / West Wadsworth Road
Navigation decision point
4
11.6 mi into trip
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~17m in
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IL 176 / West Park Avenue
Turn right onto IL 176 / West Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
14.4 mi into trip
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~22m in
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US 45 / North Lake Street
Turn left onto US 45 / North Lake Street
Navigation decision point
4
25.5 mi into trip
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~40m in
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IL 68 / East Dundee Road
Turn right onto IL 68 / East Dundee Road
Navigation decision point
5
28.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
CR V60 / North Roselle Road
Turn left onto CR V60 / North Roselle Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee Avenue | 5.9 mi | 9m |
| North Roselle Road | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| North State Route 53 | 3 mi | 5m |
| North Skokie Highway | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| North Lake Street | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| State Highway 83 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| West Park Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| East Dundee Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Milwaukee Avenue
— 5.9 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wadsworth, IL and Hoffman Estates, IL.
1
Start on North Chicago Avenue
60 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Chicago Avenue
2
Turn left onto CH A9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Wadsworth Road
3
Turn left onto US 41
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North Skokie Highway
4
Turn slight right onto North Riverside Drive
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Riverside Drive
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on North Milwaukee Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Milwaukee Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on IL 21
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Milwaukee Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto IL 176
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West Park Avenue
8
Continue on IL 176
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Maple Avenue
9
Turn left onto US 45
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
North Lake Street
10
Continue on IL 83
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Mundelein Road
11
Continue on IL 83
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
IL Rt 83
12
Continue on IL 83
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
IL RT 83
13
Continue on IL 83
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 83
14
Turn slight right
180 ft
·
6 sec
Use the right lane.
15
Turn right onto North State Route 53
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
North State Route 53
16
Continue on North Hicks Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Hicks Road
17
Turn right onto IL 68
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Dundee Road
18
Turn left onto North Quentin Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Quentin Road
19
Turn right onto US 14
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Northwest Highway
20
Turn left onto West Baldwin Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Baldwin Road
21
Turn left onto CR V60
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
North Roselle Road
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn left onto Bode Road
15 ft
·
0 sec
·
Bode Road
23
Arrive at destination
Bode Road
Trip Plan
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 17.2 miles from Wadsworth, IL, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.9 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 34.3 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.2 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hoffman Estates, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wadsworth, 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 Wadsworth, IL
This is one driving day of about 34.3 miles and 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wadsworth, 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 Milwaukee Avenue for about 5.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.2 mi from Wadsworth, IL · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Wadsworth, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hoffman Estates, IL
The final approach into Hoffman Estates, 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 Hoffman Estates, 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
$5.21 one way
$10.42 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $5.74 | $11.49 |
| premium | $4.80 | $6.48 | $12.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.62 | $15.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Hoffman Estates, IL
Morning in Hoffman Estates on Monday
Local time
7:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
WSW 15 mph
6% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
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
13 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
56m 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 Wadsworth, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL covers 34.3 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Milwaukee Avenue, North Roselle Road, North State Route 53. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.2 miles from Wadsworth, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.21 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 34.3 miles you will encounter 12 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 (CH A9 / West Wadsworth Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.6 miles (IL 176 / West Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.4 miles (US 45 / North Lake Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Wadsworth, IL to Hoffman Estates, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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