Origin
Bartlett, IL
Morning in Bartlett on Tuesday
Local time
7:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bartlett, IL to Evanston, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
29.8 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bartlett, IL
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Evanston, IL
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Trip Overview
This 29.8-mile drive from Bartlett to Evanston, Illinois, is a straightforward local journey that can easily be completed in about 53 minutes. With no highway driving and a modest estimated fuel cost of $5, it's a practical option for a single-day trip within the Midwest. The route is characterized by numerous turns, suggesting you'll be navigating through various neighborhoods and commercial areas. Given its short duration and local road nature, this trip is ideal for a spontaneous outing or a quick connection between these two Illinois communities. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, making it a flexible addition to your travel plans.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Devon Avenue | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| East Touhy Avenue | 4.6 mi | 9m |
| Elgin-O'Hare Tollway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Oakton Street | 4 mi | 7m |
| West Touhy Avenue | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| West Howard Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West Lake Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Asbury Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Devon Avenue
— 4.7 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartlett, IL and Evanston, IL.
1
Start on North Oak Avenue
46 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Oak Avenue
2
Turn left onto West North Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West North Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto US 20
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lake Street
4
Continue on US 20
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
Lake Street
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward IL 390 East: Elgin-O'Harre Expressway
6
Continue on IL 390
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Elgin-O'Hare Tollway
Use the right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 11
Toward Rohlwing Road, Meacham Road, Medinah Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on Elgin-O'Hare Frontage Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Elgin-O'Hare Frontage Road
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Turn left onto IL 53
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Rohlwing Road
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto Devon Avenue
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Devon Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
At end of road, turn left onto South Elmhurst Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Elmhurst Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto IL 72
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West Touhy Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on East Touhy Avenue
4.6 mi
·
9 min
·
East Touhy Avenue
14
Turn left onto IL 43
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Harlem Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto West Howard Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West Howard Street
16
Turn left onto New Gross Point Road
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
New Gross Point Road
17
Continue on Gross Point Road
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
Gross Point Road
18
Turn right onto Oakton Street
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Oakton Street
19
Turn left onto Asbury Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Asbury Avenue
Use the left lane.
20
Turn right onto Dempster Street
213 ft
·
9 sec
·
Dempster Street
21
Turn uturn
213 ft
·
17 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 7.8 and 29.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
7.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward Rohlwing Road, Meacham Road, Medinah Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11
Toward Rohlwing Road, Meacham Road, Medinah Roa...
6
9.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Devon Avenue
Turn right onto Devon Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
14 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
South Elmhurst Road
At end of road, turn left onto South Elmhurst Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
21.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
IL 43 / North Harlem Avenue
Turn left onto IL 43 / North Harlem Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
29.8 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Turn uturn
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.66 one way
$9.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.12 | $10.23 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.73 | $11.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.58 | $13.16 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.32
Elgin-O'Hare Tollway
(4.5 mi)
$0.32
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$0
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Evanston, IL
Morning in Evanston on Tuesday
Local time
7:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
60°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
3 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
53m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 29.8-mile stretch, as indicated by the 0% highway share. Your longest uninterrupted segment will be approximately 4.7 miles along Devon Avenue, giving you a feel for the local landscape before needing to make your next turn. The route primarily utilizes Devon Avenue, East Touhy Avenue, and the Elgin-O'Hare Tollway, indicating a mix of arterial roads and potentially some faster-paced sections before transitioning back to more local streets. This isn't a scenic cruise, but rather a functional connection through established communities.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.7 mi on Devon Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 29.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.3 miles (Devon Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles (South Elmhurst Road): Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Evanston, IL
Full guide →Founded 1836
Evanston is a city in the North Shore region of Illinois along the shores of Lake Michigan. Evanston has many identities: college town, dining destination, cultural center and gateway to the wealthy North Shore, although the city itself is anything but homogeneous in regards to economic status, culture and race. Evanston is named after John Evans, one of the founders of Northwestern University, which ranks among the most prestigious universities in the United States.
Top landmarks
- • Grosse Point Light — lighthouse in Illinois, United States
- • Shakespeare Garden — garden on the campus of Northwestern University
- • Frederick B. Carter, Jr. House — historic house in Illinois, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 29.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.7 miles on Devon Avenue. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.32 in tolls one way, starting with Elgin-O'Hare Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Evanston, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.3 miles (Devon Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles (South Elmhurst Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Evanston, IL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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