Northfield, IL Road Trips
Northfield, IL serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 4 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 63 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Northfield, IL head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
153.8 mi
Champaign, IL
Quickest Drive
31m
Chicago, IL
Plan Around Northfield, IL
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Trips from Northfield, IL
Driving from Northfield, IL
Expect an average of 63 miles and about 1h 22m behind the wheel when leaving Northfield, IL. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 154 miles (3h 2m), while the shortest is just 21 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Northfield, IL are Champaign, IL (153.8 mi, 3h 2m), Joliet, IL (56.7 mi, 1h 19m), Chicago, IL (21.5 mi, 31m), and Cicero, IL (21.4 mi, 34m). 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 63-mile trip from Northfield, IL, budget about $9 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Northfield, IL and 2 routes heading into Northfield, IL, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 21 to 154 miles.
The longest mapped route from Northfield, IL covers 154 miles and takes approximately 3h 2m. Shorter options start at just 21 miles.
The average route from Northfield, IL runs about 63 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 22m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 63-mile trip from Northfield, IL costs roughly $9 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Northfield, IL include Champaign, IL, Joliet, IL, Chicago, IL and Cicero, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Northfield, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
5,683
Median Income
$180,492
Median Home Value
$807,700
Median Age
50.5
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Traveler Guide to Northfield, IL
Northfield is a city in The suburbs of Chicago Illinois It is about 20 miles North of the city of Chicago. The Population is around 5500 people. The city is primarily a residential village, with a small section of commercial real-estate.
Cook County Forest Preserves, Forest Preserve District of Cook County, Illinois 536 North Harlem Avenue, River Forest, IL, Lots of Public Bike paths, Fishing, and picnic areas[2]. Skokie Lagoons. Popular area for fishing, kayaking, canoeing, and family picnics.
Local Farmer's Market. Starting in late May through early September local farmers come to sell everything from fresh produce to milk and cheese. Other vendors sell baked goods and popcorn. A good place to meet and greet with the local people in the town to find out what is happening during the week. Weekends only. Located across from New Trier High School(in the field). Northfield Park District, 401 Wagner Road, ☏ +1 847-446-4428. Holds a wide variety of events for the whole community ranging from summer events to fitness classes, and camps for kids and everything in between. Many grea Facilities that allow for all kinds of fun for the entire family.
Northfield Restaurant, 391 Central Ave, ☏ +1 847 446-3808. A local restaurant were all the locals go to have breakfast. They offer everything from your basic scrambled eggs and toast to a creative take on a contemporary breakfast. The employees are all so friendly and the food is so much like your mom makes it you won't even believe you're not at home. Good home-made cooking. The location very close to interstate and main area of town. Seul's Tavern & Grill, 1735 Orchard Ln, ☏ +1 847 446-9798. A local bar/tavern type of setting. Full service restaurant and bar. Open all year round, good for a family trip out to dinner. Tapas Gitana, 310 Happ Road, ☏ +1 847 784-9300. Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday 11:30 - 2:00 Closed for lunch Sunday and Monday; Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday 5:00 - 9:30, Friday and Saturday 5:00 - 10:30, Sunday 4:30 - 9:00. Spanish cuisine with a wide selections of food, ranging from tapas to full meals. You can sit in or out and even bring your dog one day a week during the summer. Three Tarts Bakery and Cafe, 301 South Happ Road, ☏ +1 847 446-5444. 7AM-5:30PM Monday thru Friday, 7AM-5PM Saturday, Closed Sunday. A local bareky that makes all sorts of cakes, cookies, and other treats.
Starbucks, 1799 Willow Rd, ☏ +1 847-441-2047. A wide variety of coffee, tea, pastries, and other food and beverage. Free Wifi and a local place to meet with friends.
By Car I-94/US-41 (local Interstate, known to locals as the Edens expressway), Five minutes from the interstate, with connections to other local suburbs. By Plane O’Hare International Airport (Closer to the Northern Suburbs, Including Northfield, most major airlines fly there) or Midway International Airport (closer for the city of Chicago, cheaper airlines fly there, still access to Northfield). By taxi From both airports or from anywhere in the city. By train From both airports and the Chicago (Metra, and the “L”) is Chicago’s subway except it's above ground) By bus Pace/Metra, From trains, airports, and other local suburbs[1].
Pace bus - local public transportation Bike - many new bike trails through Forest Preserves Car - very few taxis throughout the roads
Travel tips adapted from Northfield (Illinois) on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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