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Trip from Elk Grove, IL to Burnham, IL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 2m

Distance

41.1 mi

66 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 16 min
4 AM
0h 57m ★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m

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

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Downtown Elk Grove, IL, IL

Elk Grove, IL

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Downtown Burnham, IL, IL

Burnham, IL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Elk Grove, IL to Burnham, IL covers 41.1 miles and takes about 1h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express), Kennedy Expressway, East Touhy Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.8 miles on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express). At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.37 one way before food or hotel costs.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) 8.8 mi 11m
Kennedy Expressway 8.1 mi 11m
East Touhy Avenue 5.5 mi 10m
Bishop Ford Freeway 5.5 mi 7m
Dan Ryan Expressway 2.4 mi 2m
North Caldwell Avenue 2.4 mi 3m
West Touhy Avenue 2.3 mi 3m
Edens Expressway 2.1 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) — 8.8 mi, about 11m

Traffic on I-94

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 6 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

7 AM

~8,948 veh/hr typical · worst 10,458

Quietest

2 AM

~1,470 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

6.1×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 79 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 Elk Grove, IL and Burnham, IL.

1

Start on South Elmhurst Road

231 ft · 12 sec · South Elmhurst Road
2

Continue on South Elmhurst Road

390 ft · 12 sec · South Elmhurst Road
3

Turn right onto IL 72

2.3 mi · 3 min · West Touhy Avenue
Use the right lane.
4

Continue on East Touhy Avenue

5.5 mi · 10 min · East Touhy Avenue
5

Turn right onto US 14

2.4 mi · 3 min · North Caldwell Avenue
6

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 94 East Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Merge onto I 94

2.1 mi · 2 min · Edens Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 90; I 94

8.1 mi · 11 min · Kennedy Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9

Continue on I 90; I 94

2.4 mi · 2 min · Dan Ryan Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94

8.8 mi · 11 min · Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 94

5.5 mi · 7 min · Bishop Ford Freeway
Toward I 94 East: Indiana Use the slight left lane.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 68A Toward West 130th Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Turn straight onto East 130th Street

244 ft · 10 sec · East 130th Street
14

Continue on East 130th Street

1.8 mi · 3 min · East 130th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Turn right onto South Torrence Avenue

1.3 mi · 2 min · South Torrence Avenue
Use the right lane.
16

Turn left onto 141st Street

0.1 mi · 31 sec · 141st Street
17

Turn right onto South Marquette Avenue

37 ft · 1 sec · South Marquette Avenue
18

Arrive at destination

South Marquette Avenue

Where to Stop

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

village in Cook County, Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Lincolnwood, IL

21 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

Dolton, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Chicago, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 20.5 miles from Elk Grove, 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 12

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.3 and 37.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
10.3 mi into trip | ~18m in

Take the ramp toward I 94 East

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 94 East
5
10.6 mi into trip | ~19m in | I 94 / Edens Expressway

Merge onto I 94 / Edens Expressway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
23.2 mi into trip | ~35m in | I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express
7
32 mi into trip | ~47m in | I 94 / Bishop Ford Freeway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 / Bishop Ford Freeway toward I 94 East: Indiana

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 94 East: Indiana
7
37.6 mi into trip | ~55m in

Take the exit toward West 130th Street

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 68A Toward West 130th Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.37 one way

$12.74 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 14 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.32 $6.99 $13.97
premium $4.93 $7.97 $15.95
diesel $5.60 $9.06 $18.12

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 14.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.

Driving Electric?

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

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 12.3 0 $4.32 $1.97
Efficient EV 10.3 0 $3.60 $1.64
EV Truck/SUV 16.4 0 $5.75 $2.63

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 Aug 30, 2026

Origin

Elk Grove, IL

Late night in Elk Grove on Friday

Local time

1:07 AM

CDT

Current temp

70°F

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 10 mph 18% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued August 29 at 5:29PM CDT until August 30 at 9:10AM CDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued August 29 at 5:29PM CDT until August 30 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Destination

Burnham, IL

Late night in Burnham on Friday

Local time

1:07 AM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 10 mph 15% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued August 29 at 5:29PM CDT until August 30 at 9:10AM CDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued August 29 at 5:29PM CDT until August 30 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Indianapolis IN

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

1 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

1h 2m 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?

41.1 mi in 1h 2m, mostly highway — 8.8 mi of that is on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express).

66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.8 mi on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express).

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) and Kennedy Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.3 miles in.

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 41.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 10.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles (I 94 / Edens Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles (I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

668 ft 573 ft

Total Climb

74 ft

Total Descent

159 ft

Highest Point

668 ft

Elevation Range

95 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Elk Grove, IL

Full guide →

Founded 1956

Arriving in Burnham, IL

Full guide →

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 1h 2m. Total distance: 41.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

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

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 8.8 miles on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express). The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Burnham, 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 10.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles (I 94 / Edens Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles (I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)): 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 Burnham, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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