Brooklyn, IL to Naperville, IL is 273.2 miles and takes about 5h 10m via I 55 and I 70, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest to Midwest trip is almost entirely on the interstate, making it a straightforward drive. You'll spend most of your time cruising on major highways, so expect a consistent pace. With just one day recommended for this trip, it's a solid option if you need to get from point A to point B efficiently without significant detours.
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
136.6 miles from Brooklyn, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 31m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
244.3 mi
4h 24m
I 70
16.4 mi
19m
South Washington Street
5.3 mi
11m
Weber Road
4.1 mi
7m
S 2nd Street
1.2 mi
2m
Washington Street
0.5 mi
<1m
Plank Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Jefferson Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 244.3 mi, about 4h 24m
Traffic on I-55
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 32 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,778 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,331
Quietest
2 AM
~165 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 103 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 Brooklyn, IL and Naperville, IL.
1
Start on South 6th Street
233 ft·12 sec·South 6th Street
2
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
0.2 mi·57 sec·Jefferson Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto IL 3
1.2 mi·2 min·S 2nd Street
4
Turn right onto Plank Road
0.2 mi·45 sec·Plank Road
5
Turn left onto Packers Avenue
0.2 mi·29 sec·Packers Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 70 East: Chicago, Louisville, Indianapolis
7
Merge onto I 70
16 mi·19 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
108 mi·1 hr 56 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
29 mi·31 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North: ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
107 mi·1 hr 56 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, PeoriaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 263Toward Weber RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
233 ft·7 sec
Use the left lane.
13
Turn straight onto CH 88
4.1 mi·7 min·Weber Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Washington Street
0.5 mi·55 sec·Washington Street
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on South Washington Street
5.3 mi·11 min·South Washington Street
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
North Washington Street
Trip Plan
For this 5h 10m drive, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and avoid potential evening traffic. Since it's a single-day trip, you can be flexible with stops, but plan for at least one break. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is 244.3 miles on I 55, so consider a fuel and rest stop before or during that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you approach the end of the interstate portion, to ensure you have enough to comfortably reach Naperville.
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 136.6 miles from Brooklyn, IL, or about 2h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 244.3 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 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.6 miles or 2h 31m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Naperville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brooklyn, 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 Brooklyn, IL
This is one driving day of about 273.2 miles and 5h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Brooklyn, 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 244.3 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 18.7 and 263.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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18.7 mi into trip|~24m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
7
126.6 mi into trip|~2h 21m in|I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
155.9 mi into trip|~2h 52m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
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 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
7
263 mi into trip|~4h 48m 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
263.3 mi into trip|~4h 49m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.36 one way
$84.71 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg96 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.32
$46.44
$92.89
premium
$4.93
$53.01
$106.01
diesel
$5.60
$60.22
$120.44
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: 95.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
82
1
$28.69
$13.11
Efficient EV
68.3
0
$23.91
$10.93
EV Truck/SUV
109.3
1
$38.25
$17.48
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% 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 Aug 15, 2026
Origin
Brooklyn, IL
Afternoon
in Brooklyn on Friday
Local time
4:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Partly Cloudy
S 5 mph10% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 14 at 9:48PM CDT until August 15 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 14 at 9:47PM CDT until August 15 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Destination
Naperville, IL
Afternoon
in Naperville on Friday
Local time
4:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
E 5 mph81% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 14 at 9:48PM CDT until August 15 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued August 14 at 9:47PM CDT until August 15 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
64°F
Bloomington, IL
137 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
8 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
5h 10m 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...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 263.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 95% of the 273.2 miles on interstates like I 55 and I 70. You'll experience a long stretch of 244.3 miles on I 55 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect frequent exits and merges as you navigate through various towns and cities along the way. The final leg on South Washington Street will mark the shift from high-speed cruising to more local traffic patterns.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 244.3 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.7 miles in near I 55.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 273.2 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 18.7 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.6 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 155.9 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
796 ft413 ft
Total Climb
606 ft
Total Descent
309 ft
Highest Point
796 ft
~161.4 mi in
Elevation Range
383 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brooklyn, IL and Naperville, IL, road signs point toward Springfield, Kansas City and Peoria.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 10m. Total distance: 273.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 244.3 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 Naperville, 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 18.7 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 126.6 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 155.9 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Naperville, IL before the return drive.
