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Trip from Elgin, IL to Brighton Park, 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

59m

Distance

38.9 mi

63 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min
4 AM
0h 55m ★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m

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

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city in Cook and Kane counties in the northern part of the U.S. state of Illinois

Elgin, IL

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Downtown Brighton Park, IL, IL

Brighton Park, IL

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Trip Overview

Elgin, IL to Brighton Park, IL is 38.9 miles and takes about 59 minutes via US 20, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive within Illinois, moving from one part of the Midwest to another. You'll experience a mixed drive, transitioning from highway travel to more local roads as you approach your destination. Given the relatively short duration, it's an ideal trip for a single day, allowing for a flexible schedule without needing an overnight stay. Consider this route for its directness and manageable length.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 20 14.7 mi 20m
West Lake Street 10.3 mi 15m
Lake Street 6.7 mi 10m
South California Avenue 3.2 mi 6m
Villa Street 2.4 mi 3m
South Sacramento Boulevard 0.5 mi 1m
Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway 0.3 mi <1m
West Roosevelt Road 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 20 — 14.7 mi, about 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Elgin, IL and Brighton Park, IL.

1

Start on East Chicago Street

34 ft · 5 sec · East Chicago Street
2

Turn right onto Villa Street

2.4 mi · 3 min · Villa Street
3

Merge onto US 20

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Highway
4

Continue on US 20

5.2 mi · 6 min · West Lake Street
5

Continue on US 20

6.7 mi · 10 min · Lake Street
6

Continue on US 20

5.1 mi · 8 min · West Lake Street
Use the left / uturn lanes.
7

Take the ramp onto US 20

15 mi · 20 min · US 20
Toward I 290 East, US 20 East: Chicago Use the left lane.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Exit 27A Toward Sacramento Boulevard Use the slight right lane.
9

Turn right onto South Sacramento Boulevard

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Sacramento Boulevard
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
10

Turn left onto West Roosevelt Road

0.3 mi · 30 sec · West Roosevelt Road
Use the left lane.
11

Turn right onto South California Avenue

3.2 mi · 6 min · South California Avenue
12

Turn right onto South Archer Avenue

0.2 mi · 25 sec · South Archer Avenue
13

Turn right onto South Richmond Street

160 ft · 8 sec · South Richmond Street
14

Turn left

162 ft · 14 sec
15

Turn right

216 ft · 15 sec
16

Arrive at destination

Where to Stop

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

village in DuPage County, Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Addison, IL

19 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

Chicago, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Addison, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Elgin, 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 19.7 and 38.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
19.7 mi into trip | ~30m in | US 20

Take the ramp onto US 20 toward I 290 East, US 20 East: Chicago

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 290 East, US 20 East: Chicago
7
34.4 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the exit toward Sacramento Boulevard

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 27A Toward Sacramento Boulevard
5
34.6 mi into trip | ~50m in | South Sacramento Boulevard

Turn right onto South Sacramento Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
35.1 mi into trip | ~52m in | West Roosevelt Road

Turn left onto West Roosevelt Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
38.9 mi into trip | ~59m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.08 one way

$12.16 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 14 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $6.68 $13.35
premium $4.89 $7.49 $14.97
diesel $5.61 $8.59 $17.18

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 11.7 0 $4.08 $1.87
Efficient EV 9.7 0 $3.40 $1.56
EV Truck/SUV 15.6 0 $5.45 $2.49

Gas CO2

14 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (64% 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 16, 2026

Origin

Elgin, IL

Late night in Elgin on Tuesday

Local time

5:15 AM

CDT

Current temp

70°F

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

NW 10 mph 34% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 12:33PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:29PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Destination

Brighton Park, IL

Late night in Brighton Park on Tuesday

Local time

5:15 AM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

59m 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?

This trip offers a mixed drive experience, with 38% of the route on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 14.7 miles on US 20, providing a solid segment of continuous travel. As you progress, the drive shifts from primarily highway to more urban and local road conditions. Expect a blend of faster-paced sections and areas with more traffic signals and intersections. This variety means you'll need to adjust your driving style throughout the journey.

38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.7 mi on US 20.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 19.7 miles in near US 20.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 38.9 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 19.7 miles (US 20): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.6 miles (South Sacramento Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Elgin, IL

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Founded 1854

Elgin is a city in Chicagoland known for its Victorian architecture and the Elgin Symphony Orchestra.

Top landmarks

  • • Elgin Tower Building — building in Illinois, United States
  • • Elgin Downtown Commercial District

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 38.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

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

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 14.7 miles on US 20. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 19.7 miles (US 20): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.6 miles (South Sacramento Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here.

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 Brighton Park, 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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