Origin
Yorkville, IL
Afternoon in Yorkville on Thursday
Local time
4:31 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yorkville, IL to Schaumburg, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
51.1 mi
82 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yorkville, IL
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Schaumburg, IL
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Trip Overview
This 51.1-mile drive from Yorkville, IL to Schaumburg, IL is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 9 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, so no need to worry about overnight stays. You'll primarily navigate via IL 56 and the Veterans Memorial Tollway, with a portion on South Bridge Street. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, this drive through the Midwest region of Illinois is quite budget-friendly. Expect a mixed driving experience on this route.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 51.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The character of this drive is a blend, with 58% of it being highway driving. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch at 22.1 miles on IL 56, offering a consistent pace. The Veterans Memorial Tollway provides a faster, more direct experience, while other sections may involve navigating local roads. This mix means you'll transition between quicker travel and more varied conditions as you progress toward Schaumburg.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 56 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles (IL 56): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
8.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward IL 56 East: Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward IL 56 East: Chicago
5
9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
IL 56
Merge onto IL 56
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
31.1 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward I 355 Toll North: Northwest Suburbs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 132
Toward I 355 Toll North: Northwest Suburbs
5
31.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
I 355 / Veterans Memorial Tollway
Merge onto I 355 / Veterans Memorial Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
47.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Ro...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 56 | 22.1 mi | 27m |
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 10.6 mi | 13m |
| South Bridge Street | 5.7 mi | 9m |
| I 290 | 4.6 mi | 5m |
| US 30 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| East Higgins Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Higgins Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Roselle Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 56
— 22.1 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yorkville, IL and Schaumburg, IL.
1
Start on South Bridge Street
5.7 mi
·
9 min
·
South Bridge Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
2
Continue on US 30; IL 47
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 30; IL 47
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward IL 56 East: Chicago
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto IL 56
22 mi
·
27 min
·
IL 56
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 132
Toward I 355 Toll North: Northwest Suburbs
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 355
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 290
4.6 mi
·
5 min
·
I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto IL 72
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Higgins Road
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on IL 72
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Higgins Road
11
Turn left onto North Roselle Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Roselle Road
12
Turn right onto West Thacker Street
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
West Thacker Street
13
Turn left onto North Pleasant Drive
426 ft
·
18 sec
·
North Pleasant Drive
14
Arrive at destination
North Pleasant Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.5 mi from Yorkville, IL · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Yorkville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Schaumburg, IL
The final approach into Schaumburg, 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
$7.99 one way
$15.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.83 | $19.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.74
Veterans Memorial Tollway
(10.6 mi)
$0.74
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.45 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Schaumburg, IL
Afternoon in Schaumburg on Thursday
Local time
4:31 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
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 9m 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 Yorkville, IL to Schaumburg, IL covers 51.1 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 56, Veterans Memorial Tollway, South Bridge Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.5 miles from Yorkville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.99 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 51.1 miles you will encounter 9 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 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles (IL 56): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Yorkville, IL to Schaumburg, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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