Braidwood, IL Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Braidwood, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 52 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Braidwood, IL head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
Photo: Engin Akyurt
Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
92.7 mi
Waukegan, IL
Quickest Drive
55m
Naperville, IL
Plan Around Braidwood, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Braidwood, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Braidwood, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Braidwood, IL
Driving from Braidwood, IL
On average, trips departing from Braidwood, IL run 52 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 8m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 64 miles (1h 23m), while the shortest is just 39 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Braidwood, IL are Des Plaines, IL (63.8 mi, 1h 23m), Chicago, IL (58.4 mi, 1h 17m), Cicero, IL (54.8 mi, 1h 10m), Markham, IL (44.8 mi, 56m), and Naperville, IL (38.8 mi, 55m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IL currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 52-mile trip from Braidwood, IL, budget about $8 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 5 mapped routes leaving Braidwood, IL and 1 routes heading into Braidwood, IL, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 39 to 64 miles.
The longest mapped route from Braidwood, IL covers 64 miles and takes approximately 1h 23m. Shorter options start at just 39 miles.
The average route from Braidwood, IL runs about 52 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 8m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 52-mile trip from Braidwood, IL costs roughly $8 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Braidwood, IL include Des Plaines, IL, Chicago, IL, Cicero, IL and Markham, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Braidwood, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
6,175
Median Income
$83,365
Median Home Value
$205,900
Median Age
44.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
How Much Time Do You Have?
Pick your one-way drive time and see where you can go from Braidwood, IL.
No routes in this time range.
destinations from Braidwood, IL.
Trips to Braidwood, IL
Nearby Hubs
Other cities within driving distance of Braidwood, IL that also have route pages.
Escape Planner
Where to go from Braidwood, IL?
Curated day trips, weekend getaways, and overnight routes — grouped by how much time you have and the kind of trip you want.
Drives from Braidwood, IL in your inbox
Monthly note with new routes, weekend drive ideas, and seasonal picks for IL. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
Browse more IL road trips or choose a route from Braidwood, IL above.