If you are planning to travel from Bolingbrook to Crest Hill, expect a 270.7-mile journey that takes approximately 5 hours and 1 minute to complete. Since this route is contained entirely within the Midwest, you will stay within familiar terrain for the duration of the trip. Given the distance and time, this is easily manageable as a one-day excursion, though you should budget about $40 for fuel costs to cover the mileage. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major thoroughfares, including I-55, I-255, and New Missouri Avenue. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours, making it a practical choice for those who want to get from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
135.4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
256.3 mi
4h 38m
I 255
7.4 mi
8m
New Missouri Avenue
2.4 mi
2m
North Bolingbrook Drive
0.9 mi
1m
Old Saint Louis Road
0.6 mi
1m
Bernard Drive
0.3 mi
1m
Bethesda Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
Eiler Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 256.3 mi, about 4h 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bolingbrook, IL and Crest Hill, IL.
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Start on IL 53
0.9 mi·1 min·North Bolingbrook Drive
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
3
Merge onto I 55
109 mi·1 hr 59 min·I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
65 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, SpringfieldUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
82 mi·1 hr 28 min·I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint LouisUse the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Exit 10Toward I 255: Memphis, Interstate 270
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi·2 min
Toward I 255 South: Memphis
8
Merge onto I 255
7.4 mi·8 min·I 255
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 17AToward IL 15 East: BellevilleUse the right lane.
10
Continue on IL 15
2.4 mi·2 min·New Missouri Avenue
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
12
Turn straight onto Busch Boulevard
0.1 mi·39 sec·Busch Boulevard
13
Turn left onto IL 13
0.6 mi·1 min·Old Saint Louis Road
14
Turn right onto Eiler Road
0.2 mi·23 sec·Eiler Road
15
Turn left onto Bernard Drive
0.2 mi·47 sec·Bernard Drive
16
Continue on Bernard Drive
358 ft·19 sec·Bernard Drive
17
Turn left onto Bethesda Drive
0.2 mi·53 sec·Bethesda Drive
18
Turn right onto Belvedere Drive
0.1 mi·30 sec·Belvedere Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Belvedere Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 5-hour drive, your best bet is to leave early in the morning to beat potential traffic congestion on the major interstates. You only need to plan for one major stop to refuel and stretch your legs, which fits perfectly into the middle of your trek. Keep in mind that with $40 allocated for gas, it is wise to monitor your fuel levels before hitting the long 256.3-mile stretch on I-55 to avoid unnecessary stress. Because this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace based on how you feel throughout the journey. Make sure to double-check your route map before merging onto New Missouri Avenue to ensure a smooth finish to your drive.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 135.4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 256.3 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 60 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.4 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crest Hill, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bolingbrook, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Bolingbrook, IL
This is one driving day of about 270.7 miles and 5h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Bolingbrook, 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 I 55 for about 256.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 266.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.1 mi into trip|~2m in|I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
110.6 mi into trip|~2h 2m in|I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
7
175.5 mi into trip|~3h 12m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
6
257.5 mi into trip|~4h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 255: Memphis, Interstate 270
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 10
Toward I 255: Memphis, Interstate 270
7
266.3 mi into trip|~4h 52m in
Take the exit toward IL 15 East: Belleville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 17A
Toward IL 15 East: Belleville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.32 one way
$84.64 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg95 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$46.47
$92.93
premium
$4.89
$52.09
$104.19
diesel
$5.61
$59.77
$119.53
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
81.2
1
$28.42
$12.99
Efficient EV
67.7
0
$23.69
$10.83
EV Truck/SUV
108.3
1
$37.90
$17.32
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Bolingbrook, IL
Late night
in Bolingbrook on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Crest Hill, IL
Late night
in Crest Hill on Sunday
Local time
3:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Springfield, IL
135 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
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 1m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is defined by its reliance on major transit corridors, with a high highway share of 97%. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-55, which accounts for a massive 256.3-mile uninterrupted stretch. Because the road is so heavily skewed toward interstate travel, you should anticipate a consistent, fast-paced rhythm behind the wheel. While the transition onto I-255 and New Missouri Avenue eventually breaks up the monotony of the long interstate haul, the personality of the drive remains functional and industrial. Expect a steady, highway-focused experience that requires steady focus rather than technical navigation.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 256.3 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 255. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near I 55.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 270.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.6 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 175.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bolingbrook, IL to Crest Hill, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
Springfield
110.6 mi in|~2h 2m|via I 55
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 1m. Total distance: 270.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 256.3 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Crest Hill, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 110.6 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 175.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument and Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.0 hours each way, a round trip means 10.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Crest Hill, IL before the return drive.
