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Trip from Carpentersville, IL to Lockport, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 7m

Distance

51.1 mi

82 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$8

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 3m ★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m

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

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village in Kane County, Illinois, United States

Carpentersville, IL

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city in Will County, Illinois, United States

Lockport, IL

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Trip Overview

This 51.1-mile drive from Carpentersville, IL, to Lockport, IL, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-355 and Higgins Road, with a portion on I-290, this route is a practical choice for a quick trip within the Midwest. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, it's an economical option for a day excursion. The journey offers a straightforward travel experience, with no designated stops suggested, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule. Consider this a no-fuss drive for getting from point A to point B efficiently.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 355 27.6 mi 33m
Higgins Road 6.3 mi 9m
I 290 5.7 mi 7m
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway 4.5 mi 4m
East 9th Street 1.9 mi 3m
North Kennedy Drive 1.9 mi 3m
West 159th Street 0.7 mi 1m
South Barrington Road 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 355 — 27.6 mi, about 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Carpentersville, IL and Lockport, IL.

1

Start on IL 25

1.9 mi · 3 min · North Kennedy Drive
2

Turn left onto IL 72

6.3 mi · 9 min · Higgins Road
3

Turn sharp left onto South Barrington Road

0.3 mi · 51 sec · South Barrington Road
Use the left lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 90 East Toll: Chicago
5

Merge onto I 90

4.5 mi · 4 min · Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
6

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 68A-B Toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs Use the slight right lane.
7

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Exit 68A Toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs Use the slight right lane.
8

Continue on this road

0.3 mi · 33 sec · this road
Exit 68A Toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs
9

Merge onto I 290; IL 53

5.7 mi · 7 min · I 290; IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 355

28 mi · 33 min · I 355
Exit 7 Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet Use the slight left lane.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Exit 4 Toward IL 7: 159th Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Turn right onto IL 7

0.7 mi · 1 min · West 159th Street
Use the right lane.
13

Continue on IL 7

1.9 mi · 3 min · East 9th Street
14

Arrive at destination

IL 7

Where to Stop

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

town in DuPage County, Illinois, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Glen Ellyn, IL

26 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

Schaumburg, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lombard, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Carpentersville, 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 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 8.2 and 48 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
8.2 mi into trip | ~12m in | South Barrington Road

Turn sharp left onto South Barrington Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
13.7 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 68A-B Toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs
9
14.2 mi into trip | ~20m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 68A Toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West S...
8
20.4 mi into trip | ~28m in | I 355

Keep slight left at fork onto I 355 toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 7 Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
7
48 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in

Take the exit toward IL 7: 159th Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 4 Toward IL 7: 159th Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.99 one way

$15.98 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 18 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $8.77 $17.54
premium $4.89 $9.83 $19.67
diesel $5.61 $11.28 $22.56

Estimated Tolls: $0.32

Jane Addams Memorial 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

$8

Tolls

$0

Total

$8

Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 15.3 0 $5.37 $2.45
Efficient EV 12.8 0 $4.47 $2.04
EV Truck/SUV 20.4 0 $7.15 $3.27

Gas CO2

18 kg

EV CO2

6 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 17, 2026

Origin

Carpentersville, IL

Night in Carpentersville on Saturday

Local time

11:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 20 mph 32% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 17 at 3:47PM CDT until April 17 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

Tornado Warning

Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 3:47PM CDT until April 17 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Destination

Lockport, IL

Night in Lockport on Saturday

Local time

11:48 PM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Mostly Sunny

S 20 mph 14% chance Live forecast

Severe Thunderstorm Warning

Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 17 at 3:47PM CDT until April 17 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO

Tornado Warning

Tornado Warning issued April 17 at 3:47PM CDT until April 17 at 4:15PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

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 warmer at arrival

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

Road read

1h 7m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience on this 51.1-mile journey, with 65% of the drive taking place on major roadways. You'll encounter a longest continuous stretch of 27.6 miles on I-355, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While the route predominantly features interstate driving, transitions onto roads like Higgins Road and I-290 will provide some variation. This drive is characterized by its efficient, direct nature rather than a focus on scenic detours, making it ideal for those prioritizing arrival time.

65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.6 mi on I 355.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 355 and Higgins Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.2 miles in near South Barrington Road.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 8.2 miles (South Barrington Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Carpentersville, IL to Lockport, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Suburbs along the way.

Suburbs

13.7 mi in | ~19m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 51.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 27.6 miles on I 355. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.32 in tolls one way, starting with Jane Addams 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.

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 Lockport, 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 8.2 miles (South Barrington Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Lockport, 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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