Origin
Flossmoor, IL
Morning in Flossmoor on Tuesday
Local time
7:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flossmoor, IL to Chicago, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
25.9 mi
42 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flossmoor, IL
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Chicago, IL
Otoniel Alvarado
Trip Overview
This short, 25.9-mile drive from Flossmoor, IL to Chicago, IL is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 41 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-57 and the Dan Ryan Expressway (Express), with a portion on Dixie Highway, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, this trip is very budget-friendly. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is quite brief, you'll have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. This journey stays within the Midwest region, specifically Illinois, offering a straightforward transition into the city.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 8 mi | 10m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Dixie Highway | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Governors Highway | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| 175th Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Flossmoor Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West 147th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 8 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flossmoor, IL and Chicago, IL.
1
Start on this road
83 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Flossmoor Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Flossmoor Road
3
Turn right onto Governors Highway
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Governors Highway
4
Turn right onto 175th Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
175th Street
5
Turn left onto Dixie Highway
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Dixie Highway
6
Turn left onto IL 83
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West 147th Street
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 57 North
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 57
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 94
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Road
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 53A
Toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn slight left onto South Ruble Street
243 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Ruble Street
13
Turn slight left
75 ft
·
4 sec
14
Turn left onto South Canalport Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Canalport Avenue
15
Turn left onto South Halsted Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Halsted Street
16
Turn right onto West Cermak Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Cermak Road
17
Turn left
152 ft
·
11 sec
18
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Flossmoor Road
Turn right onto Flossmoor Road
Navigation decision point
5
6.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward I 57 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 57 North
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
18.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Roa...
8
24.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 53A
Toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.05 one way
$8.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.45 | $8.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.98 | $9.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Chicago, IL
Morning in Chicago on Tuesday
Local time
7:41 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 to 15 mph
39% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 10:43AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 10:43AM 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
7 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
41m 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 drive for this trip, with 68% of the journey on major expressways. You'll encounter stretches on I-57, including an uninterrupted 8-mile segment, before merging onto the Dan Ryan Expressway (Express). While primarily an interstate experience, there's a section on Dixie Highway that might offer a slight change of pace before you reach your destination in Chicago. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed to get you from point A to point B quickly.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and Dan Ryan Expressway (Express). You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Flossmoor Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 25.9 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (Flossmoor Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
674 ft
571 ft
Total Climb
58 ft
Total Descent
144 ft
Highest Point
674 ft
Elevation Range
103 ft
About the Cities
Arriving in Chicago, IL
Full guide →Chicago is the home of the blues and the truth of jazz, the heart of comedy and the idea of the skyscraper. Here, the age of railroads found its center, and airplanes followed suit. "Stormy, Husky, Brawling / City of Big Shoulders," Chicago is a Heartland boomtown, its ethos defined by urban planner Daniel Burnham's immortal vision: "Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir men's blood." It is one of the world's great cities and the third largest city in the United States, behind only New York City and Los Angeles. As the hub of the Midwest, Chicago is easy to find — its picturesque skyline calls across the waters of Lake Michigan, a first impression that soon reveals world-class museums of art and science, miles of sandy beaches, huge parks and public art, and perhaps the finest downtown collection of modern architecture in the world.
Top landmarks
- • Willis Tower — skyscraper in Chicago, Illinois
- • Art Institute of Chicago — art museum and school in Chicago, United States
- • Wrigley Field — baseball stadium in Chicago, Illinois, USA; home venue of the Chicago Cubs
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 41m. Total distance: 25.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8 miles on I 57. 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 Chicago, 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: near the start (Flossmoor Road): Navigation decision point; at 6.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Chicago, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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