Decatur, IL to Evergreen Park, IL is 167.6 miles and takes about 3h 13m via I 57 & I 72, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, traversing the Midwest region on a primarily highway-focused drive. It's a straightforward journey, ideal for a single day of travel without needing an overnight stay. You'll cover a significant portion of the distance on major interstates, making it a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
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
83.8 miles from Decatur, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 34m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
112.6 mi
2h 2m
I 72
40.4 mi
43m
Kedzie Avenue
8.3 mi
15m
North Water Street
4 mi
6m
West 159th Street
0.6 mi
1m
South Franklin Street
0.4 mi
<1m
East Wood Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
West 95th Street
<0.1 mi
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 112.6 mi, about 2h 2m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur, IL and Evergreen Park, IL.
1
Start on East Wood Street
507 ft·23 sec·East Wood Street
2
Turn left onto US 51 Business
0.4 mi·45 sec·South Franklin Street
3
Continue on US 51 Business
4.0 mi·6 min·North Water Street
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·1 min
Toward I 72 East: Champaign
5
Merge onto I 72
40 mi·43 min·I 72
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 182BToward I 57 North: Chicago
7
Merge onto I 57
113 mi·2 hr 2 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 348A-BToward US 6: 159th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·40 sec
Exit 348AToward US 6 East: 159th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto US 6
0.6 mi·1 min·West 159th Street
11
Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
8.3 mi·15 min·Kedzie Avenue
Use the left / uturn lanes.
12
Turn right onto US 12; US 20
33 ft·0 sec·West 95th Street
Use the right lane.
13
Arrive at destination
US 12; US 20
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3h 13m, this trip is easily completed in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and minimize potential rush hour impacts as you approach Evergreen Park. With a longest stretch of 112.6 miles on I 57, plan for a mid-drive break before or after this segment. While there's only one recommended stop, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially with an estimated cost of $26.
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 83.8 miles from Decatur, IL, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.6 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 37 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.8 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Evergreen Park, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Decatur, 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 Decatur, IL
This is one driving day of about 167.6 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Decatur, 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 57 for about 112.6 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 45.3 and 167.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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45.3 mi into trip|~52m in
Take the exit toward I 57 North: Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 182B
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
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45.6 mi into trip|~52m in|I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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158.2 mi into trip|~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward US 6: 159th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 348A-B
Toward US 6: 159th Street
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158.4 mi into trip|~2h 55m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 6 East: 159th Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 348A
Toward US 6 East: 159th Street
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167.6 mi into trip|~3h 13m in|US 12; US 20 / West 95th Street
Turn right onto US 12; US 20 / West 95th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.20 one way
$52.40 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg59 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.77
$57.54
premium
$4.89
$32.25
$64.51
diesel
$5.61
$37.00
$74.01
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
50.3
0
$17.60
$8.04
Efficient EV
41.9
0
$14.67
$6.70
EV Truck/SUV
67
0
$23.46
$10.73
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Decatur, IL
Late night
in Decatur on Sunday
Local time
2:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Evergreen Park, IL
Late night
in Evergreen Park on Sunday
Local time
2:52 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°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
24 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 13m 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
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...
5 mi from route
~13 min detour
Free
near mile 167.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for 91% of this 167.6-mile route. The majority of your time will be spent on I 57 and I 72, offering a consistent, high-speed experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 112.6 miles on I 57, so be prepared for a solid block of interstate driving. While primarily an interstate journey, you will transition to Kedzie Avenue for the final approach, offering a slight change in scenery and pace as you near Evergreen Park.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 112.6 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 72. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 45.3 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
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 167.6 miles you will encounter 9 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 45.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 45.6 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 158.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 167.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 112.6 miles on I 57. 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.
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 45.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 45.6 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 158.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Evergreen Park, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
