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Trip from Jackson, IL to Schaumburg, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 1m

Distance

271 mi

436 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

Fair

2 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min
4 AM
5h 49m ★
6 AM
6h 2m
8 AM
6h 28m
10 AM
6h 11m
12 PM
6h 8m
3 PM
6h 12m
5 PM
6h 26m
8 PM
5h 54m

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

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Downtown Jackson, IL, IL

Jackson, IL

Stéphane Tendon

village in Cook County, Illinois, United States

Schaumburg, IL

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Trip Overview

This 271-mile drive from Jackson, Illinois, to Schaumburg, Illinois, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 6 hours and 1 minute to complete. Primarily a highway-focused experience, you'll spend about 82% of your time on major roadways. The estimated fuel cost for this Midwest to Midwest journey is $42. With one recommended stop, this route is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. The Tri-State Tollway will be a significant part of your journey, so be prepared for tolls.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

135.5 miles from Jackson, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 41 137.9 mi 3h 2m
SR 63 63.3 mi 1h 20m
Tri-State Tollway 32.1 mi 40m
I 290 12.4 mi 16m
US 50 Business 9.3 mi 11m
Torrence Avenue 3.7 mi 5m
Joliet Street 2.7 mi 5m
Glenwood Dyer Road 1.8 mi 2m
Longest stretch: US 41 — 137.9 mi, about 3h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Jackson, IL and Schaumburg, IL.

1

Start on 990N

0.1 mi · 20 sec · 990N
2

Turn right onto US 50 Business

0.2 mi · 21 sec · US 50 Business
3

Take the ramp onto US 50 Business

9.0 mi · 10 min · US 50 Business
4

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 35 sec
Toward US 41 North, US 150 West: Terre Haute
5

Continue on North 6th Street

0.3 mi · 18 sec · North 6th Street
6

Continue on US 41; US 150

57 mi · 1 hr 17 min · US 41; US 150
Use the straight lane.
7

Turn straight onto SR 63

63 mi · 1 hr 20 min · SR 63
Toward Chicago
8

Continue on US 41

81 mi · 1 hr 45 min · US 41
Use the left lane.
9

Turn left onto US 30

0.1 mi · 23 sec · West Lincoln Highway
Use the left lane.
10

Continue on US 30

2.7 mi · 5 min · Joliet Street
11

Continue on US 30

1.0 mi · 2 min · Lincoln Highway
12

Continue on IL 83

1.8 mi · 2 min · Glenwood Dyer Road
13

Turn right onto IL 83

3.7 mi · 5 min · Torrence Avenue
Use the left lane.
14

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min
Use the left lane.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 26 sec
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North Use the slight left lane.
16

Merge onto I 80; I 294

4.8 mi · 6 min · Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Keep slight left at fork onto I 294

0.8 mi · 1 min · Tri-State Tollway
18

Keep slight left at fork onto I 294

24 mi · 29 min · Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Keep slight left at fork onto I 294

1.2 mi · 1 min · Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Take the exit onto I 294

321 ft · 7 sec · Tri-State Tollway
Exit 31 Toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Keep slight left at fork onto I 294

0.8 mi · 1 min · Tri-State Tollway
Exit 31 Toward I 290 West, I 294 North: Rockford, Milwaukee
22

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 290 West: Rockford
23

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward Saint Charles Road West
24

Merge onto I 290

12 mi · 16 min · I 290
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
Exit 1B Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road Use the right lane.
26

Turn left onto IL 72

1.6 mi · 2 min · East Higgins Road
Use the left lane.
27

Continue on IL 72

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Higgins Road
28

Turn left onto North Roselle Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · North Roselle Road
29

Turn right onto West Thacker Street

0.1 mi · 36 sec · West Thacker Street
30

Turn left onto North Pleasant Drive

426 ft · 18 sec · North Pleasant Drive
31

Arrive at destination

North Pleasant Drive

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 6-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Jackson, IL, to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the Schaumburg area. With only one stop recommended, you have flexibility in choosing your break point, perhaps around the halfway mark. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as longer stretches on highways can mean fewer immediate service stations. A key tip for this route: be sure to have your toll transponder ready for the Tri-State Tollway, as it's a significant portion of the drive and can save you time.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 135.5 miles from Jackson, IL, or about 2h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 137.9 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 60 miles or 1h 20m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 135.5 miles or 2h 57m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Schaumburg, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Jackson, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Jackson, IL

This is one driving day of about 271 miles and 6h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Jackson, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 41 for about 137.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Orland Park, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Orland Park, IL

136 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

Terre Haute, IN

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Danville, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 135.5 miles from Jackson, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 41 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 137.9 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

The Daily Drip

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dyer, Indiana

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 212.9

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12195156062

Visit website

Mel's Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morocco, Indiana

1.1 mi

Kids Art & Play Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Schaumburg, Illinois

1.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Coffee Cabin

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Schererville, Indiana

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 212.9

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12192278623

Visit website

La Bodega Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Posen, Illinois

2.4 mi

The Olive Cafe LLC

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

St John, Indiana

2.6 mi

The Daily Drip

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 212.9

Dyer, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12195156062

Visit website

Mel's Downtown

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 174.2

Morocco, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+12192850689

Visit website

Kids Art & Play Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv mile 271

Schaumburg, Illinois

Hours: Closed

+16305231101

Visit website

BerryField Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 232.3

Midlothian, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+17083882000

Visit website

Hardee's

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv mile 58.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18122989812

Visit website

J. Alexander's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive mile 251.7

Oak Brook, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+16305738180

Visit website

Ditka's Oakbrook

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive mile 251.7

Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16305722200

Visit website

Maddog’s Restaurant & Bowl

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 38.7

Sullivan, Indiana

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18122683388

Visit website

Coffee Cabin

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 212.9

Schererville, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+12192278623

Visit website

La Bodega Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 232.3

Posen, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

Visit website

The Olive Cafe LLC

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 212.9

St John, Indiana

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12193652224

Loose Goose Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 58.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+18129173863

Visit website

Nissan Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 58.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+33172676914

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 58.1

Terre Haute, Indiana

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 221 and 267 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
221 mi into trip | ~4h 53m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 West, I 294 North

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

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 80 West, I 294 North
6
227 mi into trip | ~5h 2m in | I 294 / Tri-State Tollway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
252.6 mi into trip | ~5h 33m in | I 294 / Tri-State Tollway

Take the exit onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago

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 31 Toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Roc...
7
252.6 mi into trip | ~5h 33m in | I 294 / Tri-State Tollway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway toward I 290 West, I 294 North: Rockford, Milwaukee

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 31 Toward I 290 West, I 294 North: Rockford, Milwa...
8
267 mi into trip | ~5h 53m in

Take the exit toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 1B Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Ro...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.37 one way

$84.74 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 95 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $46.52 $93.04
premium $4.89 $52.15 $104.30
diesel $5.61 $59.83 $119.67

Estimated Tolls: $1.92

Tri-state Tollway (32.1 mi) $1.92

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$42

Tolls

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 94.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $28 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 81.3 1 $28.46 $13.01
Efficient EV 67.8 0 $23.71 $10.84
EV Truck/SUV 108.4 1 $37.94 $17.34

Gas CO2

95 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Jackson, IL

Night in Jackson on Saturday

Local time

11:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Schaumburg, IL

Night in Schaumburg on Saturday

Local time

11:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

23 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

6h 1m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Pullman National Historical Park

Pullman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 233.6
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a largely highway-focused drive, with 82% of the 271 miles utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter stretches like the 137.9-mile segment on US 41, offering a consistent pace. The route progresses through the Midwest, maintaining a predictable driving environment for much of the 6-hour duration. While primarily on highways like US 41 and SR 63, the Tri-State Tollway introduces a different kind of highway experience, often characterized by higher speeds and potential for traffic.

82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 137.9 mi on US 41.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and SR 63. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 221 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 271 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 221 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 227 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 252.6 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Jackson, IL and Schaumburg, IL, road signs point toward Chicago, Milwaukee and Saint Charles Road West.

Chicago

67.2 mi in | ~1h 29m | via SR 63

Milwaukee

252.6 mi in | ~5h 33m | via I 294

Saint Charles Road West

254.3 mi in | ~5h 37m

About the Cities

Arriving in Schaumburg, IL

Full guide →

Schaumburg is a city in Chicagoland, best known for its ever popular Woodfield Mall, the largest mall in Illinois. Its name is derived from a place in Germany.

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 6h 1m. Total distance: 271 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 1m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 137.9 miles on US 41. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.92 in tolls one way, starting with Tri-state 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.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Schaumburg, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 221 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 227 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 252.6 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Schaumburg, IL before the return drive.

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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