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Trip from Bolingbrook, IL to Newell, IL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 17m

Distance

138.7 mi

223 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 5m ★
6 AM
3h 17m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 10m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Newell, IL, IL

Newell, IL

Franco Monsalvo

Trip Overview

Bolingbrook, IL to Newell, IL is 138.7 miles and takes about 3h 17m via IL 1, I 57, and North 2100 E Road, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, offering a straightforward journey through familiar terrain. With a highway-focused profile, expect a consistent pace for most of your trip. It’s a manageable distance, perfect for a single-day excursion without feeling rushed, and the estimated fuel cost is quite reasonable.

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

69.4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
IL 1 43.1 mi 1h 4m
I 57 32.3 mi 35m
North 2100 E Road 14.8 mi 22m
Veterans Memorial Tollway 11.6 mi 12m
I 80 10.6 mi 12m
South State Route 1 6.7 mi 10m
East Court Street 5.9 mi 8m
West Walnut Street 2.7 mi 6m
Longest stretch: IL 1 — 43.1 mi, about 1h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bolingbrook, IL and Newell, IL.

1

Start on IL 53

1.0 mi · 2 min · North Bolingbrook Drive
2

Turn left

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
3

Merge onto I 55

1.2 mi · 1 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway
4

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 269 Toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 355 South: Southwest Suburbs Use the slight right lane.
6

Merge onto I 355

12 mi · 12 min · Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork

1.3 mi · 2 min
Exit 0A Toward I 80 East: Indiana
8

Merge onto I 80

11 mi · 12 min · I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 151A Toward I 57 South: Memphis
10

Merge onto I 57

32 mi · 35 min · I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Exit 312 Toward IL 17: Kankakee, Momence
12

Turn straight onto IL 17

5.9 mi · 8 min · East Court Street
13

Continue on IL 1

6.7 mi · 10 min · South State Route 1
14

Continue on IL 1

0.3 mi · 32 sec · North Dixie Highway
15

Turn right onto IL 1

0.5 mi · 47 sec · E 7000S Road
16

Continue on IL 1

0.9 mi · 1 min · S 7000E Road
17

Continue on IL 1

15 mi · 22 min · North 2100 E Road
18

Continue on IL 1

1.0 mi · 1 min · North 2100 East Road
19

At end of road, turn left onto US 24; IL 1

2.7 mi · 6 min · West Walnut Street
20

Turn right onto IL 1

43 mi · 1 hr 4 min · IL 1
21

Turn left onto East Winter Avenue

2.5 mi · 9 min · East Winter Avenue
22

Arrive at destination

East Winter Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 3h 17m, this trip is ideal for a same-day adventure. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unforeseen delays. With only one recommended stop and a manageable fuel cost of $22, you won't need extensive planning for amenities. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the end of the 43.1-mile stretch on IL 1, as this is your longest continuous segment before potential changes in road type or services.

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 69.4 miles from Bolingbrook, IL, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.1 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 31 miles or 39m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 69.4 miles or 1h 25m 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 34m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newell, 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 138.7 miles and 3h 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 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 IL 1 for about 43.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Native American woman

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Watseka, IL

69 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

Orland Park, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kankakee, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 69.4 miles from Bolingbrook, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · final third

Watseka Table Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Watseka, Illinois

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third · 1h 10m to go 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18154322727

Visit website

Mo's Chinese Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Orland Park, Illinois

0.7 mi

La Potosina

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Watseka, Illinois

1.5 mi

Best coffee break · early in the drive

The Well

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manteno, Illinois

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch · 1h 10m in 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17795295090

Visit website

Orland Park Bakery and Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tinley Park, Illinois

1.9 mi

WaterShed Cafe and Books

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mokena, Illinois

2.4 mi

Watseka Table Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Watseka, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18154322727

Visit website

Mo's Chinese Kitchen

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Orland Park, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+17084788823

Visit website

La Potosina

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Watseka, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18154324500

Visit website

Honeyfield Pancake House & Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Lockport, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18158363880

Visit website

Yolks & Berries

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Bradley, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18159351501

Visit website

Pepe's Mexican Restaurants - Matteson

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Matteson, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+17087484400

Visit website

LongHorn Steakhouse

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Bolingbrook, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+16307830684

Visit website

Los Angeles Cafe

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Mokena, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+17084785110

Visit website

The Well

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Early stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Manteno, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17795295090

Visit website

Orland Park Bakery and Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Tinley Park, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+17083779020

Visit website

WaterShed Cafe and Books

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Mokena, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+18154645230

Visit website

Dubai Coffee & More

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Mokena, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+17089799995

Visit website

Bonny's Bistro

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Matteson, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+17738964817

Visit website

Qargo Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Orland Park, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+12242361848

Visit website

Solyne Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Frankfort, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+18477444958

Visit website

Original Mocha Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

Early stretch 4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Tinley Park, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+17089044960

Visit website

Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

Petro Stopping Centers

0.2 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.2 mi from route

Prairie View Rest Area - Northbound

0.2 mi from route

Prairie View Rest Area - Southbound

0.2 mi from route

Greater Chicago Truck Plaza

0.2 mi from route

Road Ranger

0.2 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.3 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.3 mi from route

Peotone Travel Center

0.3 mi from route

Fratello's Deli & Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Mokena, Illinois

Hours: 10:30 am–6 pm

+17089956082

Visit website

Caffe Milan

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Frankfort, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–3:30 pm

+18154697124

Visit website

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 and 59.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Turn left toward I 55 North: Chicago

Navigation decision point

Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
2.4 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the exit toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs

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 269 Toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest...
7
3 mi into trip | ~5m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 355 South: Southwest Suburbs

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 355 South: Southwest Suburbs
6
15.2 mi into trip | ~19m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 East: Indiana

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 0A Toward I 80 East: Indiana
6
59.9 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in

Take the exit toward IL 17: Kankakee, Momence

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 312 Toward IL 17: Kankakee, Momence

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.68 one way

$43.37 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 49 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $23.81 $47.62
premium $4.89 $26.69 $53.38
diesel $5.61 $30.62 $61.25

Estimated Tolls: $0.81

Veterans Memorial Tollway (11.6 mi) $0.81

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$22

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$47–$72

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 48.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 41.6 0 $14.56 $6.66
Efficient EV 34.7 0 $12.14 $5.55
EV Truck/SUV 55.5 0 $19.42 $8.88

Gas CO2

49 kg

EV CO2

16 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Bolingbrook, IL

Late night in Bolingbrook on Tuesday

Local time

5:58 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Newell, IL

Late night in Newell on Tuesday

Local time

5:58 AM

CDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 17m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Pullman National Historical Park

Pullman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

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...

13 mi from route ~31 min detour Free near mile 28.7
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 68% of it on faster roads. You'll encounter a mix of interstates and state highways, allowing for steady progress. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 43.1 miles on IL 1, offering a good period of consistent travel. While largely highway, the inclusion of roads like North 2100 E Road might introduce slightly more local driving character in certain segments.

68% 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: 43.1 mi on IL 1.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 1 and I 57. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 138.7 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 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: 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 Newell, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Momence along the way.

Momence

59.9 mi in | ~1h 10m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 138.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 43.1 miles on IL 1. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.81 in tolls one way, starting with Veterans Memorial 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.

Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Newell, 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. There are 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Newell, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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