Origin
Hoffman Estates, IL
Late night in Hoffman Estates on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hoffman Estates, IL to Wasco, 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
40m
Distance
27.9 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hoffman Estates, IL
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Wasco, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
Hoffman Estates, IL to Wasco, IL is 27.9 miles and takes about 40m via Jane Addams Memorial Tollway/Randall Road/Bolcum Road, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically Illinois, making it a straightforward drive. Given the minimal distance and duration, this route is ideal for a quick errand, a short excursion, or as part of a larger regional exploration. You'll primarily be on surface roads, so expect typical suburban and local road conditions rather than high-speed interstate travel for most of the way.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | 12.3 mi | 13m |
| Randall Road | 8.8 mi | 14m |
| Bolcum Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| North Roselle Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West Central Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| IL 64 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Burlington Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Bode Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
— 12.3 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hoffman Estates, IL and Wasco, IL.
1
Start on Bode Road
32 ft
·
8 sec
·
Bode Road
2
Turn left onto North Roselle Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Roselle Road
Use the left lane.
3
Turn left onto CR A61
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
West Central Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
5
Merge onto I 90
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 52
Toward Randall Road
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
222 ft
·
7 sec
Toward Randall Road, Elgin
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto CR 34
8.8 mi
·
14 min
·
Randall Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto Bolcum Road
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Bolcum Road
10
Enter roundabout onto CR 2
178 ft
·
3 sec
·
Burlington Road
11
Continue on CR 2
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Burlington Road
12
Turn right onto IL 64
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
IL 64
13
Arrive at destination
IL 64
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Roselle Road
Turn left onto North Roselle Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
CR A61 / West Central Road
Turn left onto CR A61 / West Central Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Merge onto I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
14.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Randall Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 52
Toward Randall Road
8
15.2 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Randall Road, Elgin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward Randall Road, Elgin
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.36 one way
$8.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.79 | $9.58 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.37 | $10.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.16 | $12.32 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.86
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(12.3 mi)
$0.86
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Tolls
$1
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.93 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.44 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.91 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Wasco, IL
Late night in Wasco on Tuesday
Local time
4:36 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°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
17 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
40m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly surface roads, with 100% of the route not being on tollways or interstates. The longest continuous stretch without a significant turn or stop is 12.3 miles, likely on Randall Road. You'll notice a transition from more developed areas to potentially more open or rural landscapes as you proceed. Expect to navigate local traffic signals and intersections frequently.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.3 mi on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Roselle Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 27.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 40m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Roselle Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (CR A61 / West Central Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
884 ft
733 ft
Total Climb
277 ft
Total Descent
241 ft
Highest Point
884 ft
~16 mi in
Elevation Range
151 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Hoffman Estates, IL to Wasco, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Elgin along the way.
Elgin
15.2 mi in
|
~19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 27.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.3 miles on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.86 in tolls one way, starting with Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Wasco, 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 (North Roselle Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (CR A61 / West Central Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wasco, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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