Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
13.4 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Wheaton, IL
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If you are planning a quick trip between Hoffman Estates and Wheaton, you will cover 19.1 miles in approximately 27 minutes. This local route stays entirely within the Midwest, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. With no required stops and a fuel budget of just $3, it is a highly economical and straightforward drive. Because this trip relies exclusively on local roads rather than interstates, you can expect a steady pace without the need for an overnight stay. It is the perfect choice for travelers who prefer direct, uncomplicated navigation through Illinois.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Bloomingdale Road | 4.8 mi | 9m |
| South Roselle Road | 4.1 mi | 8m |
| North President Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| North Roselle Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Bloomingdale Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Geneva Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| College Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Wesley Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Hoffman Estates, IL and Wheaton, IL.
Start on Bode Road
Turn left onto North Roselle Road
Continue on South Roselle Road
Continue on North Bloomingdale Road
Continue on South Bloomingdale Road
Turn right onto East Geneva Road
Turn left onto North President Street
Turn right onto College Avenue
Turn left onto North Washington Street
Turn right onto East Wesley Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto North Roselle Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto East Geneva Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto North President Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto North Washington Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto East Wesley Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.09 one way
$4.19 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.30 | $4.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.58 | $5.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.96 | $5.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.41 | $0.64 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.17 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.88 | $0.86 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Hoffman Estates on Sunday
Local time
10:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Wheaton on Sunday
Local time
10:09 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
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.
Expect a turn-heavy experience as you navigate your way south, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will rely primarily on North Roselle Road, South Roselle Road, and North Bloomingdale Road to complete your journey. Since the entire 19.1-mile distance consists of local streets, you will not encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed driving. The personality of this trip is defined by frequent turns and changing local scenery rather than a monotonous interstate grind. Stay alert behind the wheel, as the constant navigation through local intersections requires more active attention than a typical highway cruise.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Roselle Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 29m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Roselle Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.7 miles (East Geneva Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.2 miles (North President Street): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 13.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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