Origin
Blue Ridge, IL
Late night in Blue Ridge on Wednesday
Local time
5:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blue Ridge, IL to Naperville, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 29, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 54m
Distance
119.9 mi
193 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 44m
★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 17m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 0m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blue Ridge, IL
Beth Fitzpatrick
Naperville, IL
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Trip Overview
Blue Ridge, IL to Naperville, IL is 119.9 miles and takes about 2h 54m via IL 9 and I 55, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. Given its relatively short duration and mostly highway profile, this route is ideal for a single-day trip. You'll experience a mix of rural and suburban driving as you make your way north. Consider this drive if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground between these two Illinois locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59.9 miles from Blue Ridge, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 9 | 46 mi | 1h 11m |
| I 55 | 42.9 mi | 47m |
| South Washington Street | 5.3 mi | 11m |
| County Road 400 East | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Weber Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| County Road 3000 North | 4 mi | 5m |
| North 450 East Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| County Road 450 East | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
IL 9
— 46 mi, about 1h 11m
Traffic on I-55
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 2 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,093 veh/hr typical · worst 1,450
Quietest
2 AM
~146 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 43 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blue Ridge, IL and Naperville, IL.
1
Start on this road
454 ft
·
33 sec
·
this road
2
Turn slight right onto East 3300 North Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East 3300 North Road
3
Turn right onto North 1300 East Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North 1300 East Road
4
Continue on CR 3
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North 4000 East Road
5
Turn right onto US 136
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East 200 North Road
6
Continue on US 136
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road 3000 North
7
Turn left onto IL 47
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road 400 East
8
Continue on IL 47
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 450 East
9
Continue on IL 47
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North 450 East Road
10
Continue on IL 47
383 ft
·
7 sec
·
North 450E Road
11
Continue on IL 47
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
South Sangamon Avenue
12
Turn left onto IL 9; IL 47; IL 54
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
West 1st Street
13
Turn slight right
138 ft
·
7 sec
14
Turn right onto IL 9; IL 47
46 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
IL 9; IL 47
15
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 55 North: Joliet
16
Merge onto I 55
43 mi
·
47 min
·
I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 263
Toward Weber Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
233 ft
·
7 sec
Use the left lane.
19
Turn straight onto CH 88
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Weber Road
Use the left lane.
20
Continue on Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Washington Street
Use the left lane.
21
Continue on South Washington Street
5.3 mi
·
11 min
·
South Washington Street
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
North Washington Street
Trip Plan
For this 2h 54m drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and allow for flexibility. Since the total distance is under 120 miles and the fuel cost is estimated at $19, you won't need extensive planning for stops. The longest stretch is 46 miles on IL 9, so you might consider a brief pause around the halfway point or just before transitioning to I 55. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Naperville, though the relatively short distance means you likely won't need to refuel mid-trip unless your tank is low.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.9 miles from Blue Ridge, IL, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46 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 26 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.9 miles or 1h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Naperville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Blue Ridge, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Blue Ridge, IL
This is one driving day of about 119.9 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Blue Ridge, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on IL 9 for about 46 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.9 miles from Blue Ridge, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 110 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
North 1300 East Road
Turn right onto North 1300 East Road
Navigation decision point
4
9.7 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
IL 47 / County Road 400 East
Turn left onto IL 47 / County Road 400 East
Navigation decision point
5
66.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
109.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Take the exit toward Weber Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 263
Toward Weber Road
7
110 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.74 one way
$37.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.37 | $20.62 | $41.25 |
| premium | $4.88 | $23.03 | $46.05 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $25.26 | $50.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-27.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36 | 0 | $12.59 | $5.76 |
| Efficient EV | 30 | 0 | $10.49 | $4.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48 | 0 | $16.79 | $7.67 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Naperville, IL
Late night in Naperville on Wednesday
Local time
5:26 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Rockdale, IL
60 mi in
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
2 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
2h 54m 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?
You'll spend about 74% of this 119.9-mile drive on highways, primarily on IL 9 and I 55. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 46 miles on IL 9. After the highway segments, your route will transition to surface streets, specifically South Washington Street, as you approach Naperville. Expect a relatively straightforward driving experience with clear transitions between highway cruising and local road navigation.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46 mi on IL 9.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 9 and I 55. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near North 1300 East Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 119.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.6 miles (North 1300 East Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (IL 47 / County Road 400 East): Navigation decision point; at 66.8 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Blue Ridge, IL
Full guide →Arriving in Naperville, IL
Full guide →Founded 1890
Naperville is a bedroom community in the Chicagoland area. In 2008, Money magazine ranked Naperville third on its list of the 100 best places to live in the 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 2h 54m. Total distance: 119.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 46 miles on IL 9. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (North 1300 East Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles (IL 47 / County Road 400 East): Navigation decision point; at 66.8 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Naperville, 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 FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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