Origin
Greenwood, IL
Late night in Greenwood on Tuesday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Greenwood, IL to Wheaton, 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
1h 20m
Distance
46.5 mi
75 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Greenwood, IL
Steffen Westphal
Wheaton, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 46.5-mile drive from Greenwood to Wheaton, Illinois, is a manageable one-day trip taking about 1 hour and 20 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with West Algonquin Road, New Sutton Road, and County Farm Road forming the backbone of your journey. Given its short distance and duration, this route is perfect for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. Expect a fuel cost of around $7 for this trip through the Midwest. The overall feel is that of a local drive, emphasizing a straightforward transit between these two Illinois communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Algonquin Road | 7.8 mi | 12m |
| New Sutton Road | 6 mi | 9m |
| County Farm Road | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| Greenwood Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| West Lake Street | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Pyott Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| South Country Club Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| North Fleming Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
West Algonquin Road
— 7.8 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greenwood, IL and Wheaton, IL.
1
Start on this road
53 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto V24
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Greenwood Road
3
Turn left onto V25
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Fleming Road
4
Turn left onto V25
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
South Country Club Road
5
Turn right onto V25
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Market Street
6
Turn left onto A38
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Ridgefield Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 14
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
US 14
8
Continue on US 14
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 14
Use the left / uturn lanes.
9
Turn right onto V33
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Virginia Road
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto V32
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Pyott Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto A48
7.8 mi
·
12 min
·
West Algonquin Road
12
Turn straight onto IL 62; IL 68
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Dundee Road
13
Turn sharp right onto IL 59
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
New Sutton Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on IL 59
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Sutton Road
Use the left lane.
15
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Use the right lane.
16
Merge onto US 20
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Lake Street
17
Turn right onto County Farm Road
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
County Farm Road
18
Turn left onto IL 64
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Avenue
19
Turn right onto South Gary Avenue
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Gary Avenue
Use the right lane.
20
Turn left onto West Harrison Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
West Harrison Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Turn right onto North West Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North West Street
22
Turn left onto West Front Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
West Front Street
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn left onto North Main Street
468 ft
·
20 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
24
Turn left onto West Wesley Street
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Wesley Street
25
Arrive at destination
West Wesley Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.3 miles from Greenwood, 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 12.8 and 46.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
12.8 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
V33 / Virginia Road
Turn right onto V33 / Virginia Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
13.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
V32 / Pyott Road
Turn right onto V32 / Pyott Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
24.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
IL 59 / New Sutton Road
Turn sharp right onto IL 59 / New Sutton Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
46.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
West Front Street
Turn left onto West Front Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
46.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
North Main Street
Turn left onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.27 one way
$14.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.98 | $15.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.95 | $17.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.27 | $20.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.88 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.51 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Wheaton, IL
Late night in Wheaton on Tuesday
Local time
5:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Widespread Fog
ESE 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 16 at 11:52PM CDT until April 17 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 16 at 11:52PM CDT until April 17 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago 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
12 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 20m 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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only a 5% share of highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.8 miles on West Algonquin Road. As you progress, the road character will likely shift between more urbanized sections and potentially quieter stretches as you move between towns. This isn't a high-speed transit; rather, it's a more involved journey through local infrastructure. Be prepared for frequent intersections and changes in speed limits as you make your way.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.8 mi on West Algonquin Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 12.8 miles in near V33 / Virginia 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 46.5 miles you will encounter 18 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 12.8 miles (V33 / Virginia Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (V32 / Pyott Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.7 miles (IL 59 / New Sutton Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 46.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.8 miles on West Algonquin Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Wheaton, 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 12.8 miles (V33 / Virginia Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.7 miles (V32 / Pyott Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.7 miles (IL 59 / New Sutton Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. 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 Wheaton, 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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