Origin
Jerseyville, IL
Afternoon in Jerseyville on Sunday
Local time
4:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jerseyville, IL to Cicero, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 9m
Distance
275.6 mi
444 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 56m
★
6 AM
5h 10m
8 AM
5h 37m
10 AM
5h 19m
12 PM
5h 17m
3 PM
5h 21m
5 PM
5h 36m
8 PM
5h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jerseyville, IL
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Trip Overview
Jerseyville, IL to Cicero, IL is 275.6 miles and takes about 5h 9m via I 55, I 72, and North State Street, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest to Midwest drive stays within Illinois, offering a straightforward journey primarily on interstates. It’s a solid choice if you're looking for an efficient trip without extensive planning, perfect for a single-day excursion. Expect a consistent pace for most of the drive, making it a practical option for many travelers.
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
137.8 miles from Jerseyville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 180.2 mi | 3h 20m |
| I 72 | 50.5 mi | 54m |
| North State Street | 14 mi | 16m |
| Main Street | 11.9 mi | 13m |
| United States Route 67 | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| South State Avenue | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| 1440 E | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 180.2 mi, about 3h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jerseyville, IL and Cicero, IL.
1
Start on West Exchange Street
143 ft
·
11 sec
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West Exchange Street
2
Turn left onto US 67
14 mi
·
16 min
·
North State Street
3
Continue on US 67
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
United States Route 67
4
Continue on US 67
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
5
Continue on US 67
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South State Avenue
6
Continue on US 67
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South State Street
7
Continue on US 67
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
1440 E
8
Continue on US 67
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Main Street
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 72 East: Quincy
10
Merge onto I 72; US 36
51 mi
·
54 min
·
I 72; US 36
11
Continue on I 55
20 mi
·
21 min
·
I 55
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
130 mi
·
2 hr 27 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 286
Toward IL 50: Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto IL 50
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cicero Avenue
16
Turn left onto West 31st Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
West 31st Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto South Laramie Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Laramie Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
South Laramie Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour drive, leaving Jerseyville in the morning is ideal, allowing you to arrive in Cicero with ample daylight. Given the relatively short duration and significant highway percentage, you might only need one planned stop. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 180.2-mile stretch on I 55, as services can sometimes be spaced out on interstates. Consider a quick break around the halfway point to stretch your legs and stay refreshed for the remainder of your trip.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 137.8 miles from Jerseyville, IL, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 180.2 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 61 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137.8 miles or 2h 32m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cicero, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Jerseyville, 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 Jerseyville, IL
This is one driving day of about 275.6 miles and 5h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Jerseyville, 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 I 55 for about 180.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
138 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 61 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 137.8 miles from Jerseyville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 180.2 miles.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 274.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 67 / North State Street
Turn left onto US 67 / North State Street
Navigation decision point
7
113 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m in
|
I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
142.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
|
I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
7
272.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 4m in
Take the exit toward IL 50: Cicero Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 286
Toward IL 50: Cicero Avenue
6
274.5 mi into trip
|
~5h 7m in
|
West 31st Street
Turn left onto West 31st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$43.09 one way
$86.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $47.31 | $94.62 |
| premium | $4.89 | $53.04 | $106.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.85 | $121.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.7 | 1 | $28.94 | $13.23 |
| Efficient EV | 68.9 | 0 | $24.12 | $11.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 110.2 | 1 | $38.58 | $17.64 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Cicero, IL
Afternoon in Cicero on Sunday
Local time
4:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Bloomington, IL
138 mi in
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
3 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
5h 9m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
Free
near mile 85.5
View on nps.gov
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...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 275.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 87% of the drive taking place on major roads like I 55 and I 72. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 180.2 miles on I 55, which means plenty of time cruising at higher speeds. While the majority is interstate, you will transition to North State Street, which may offer a slight change in scenery and pace as you approach your destination. Overall, prepare for a driving experience that prioritizes getting you there efficiently.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 180.2 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 72. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 67 / North State Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 275.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 (US 67 / North State Street): Navigation decision point; at 113 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
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 Jerseyville, IL to Cicero, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
Peoria
142.4 mi in
|
~2h 37m
|
via I 55
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 9m. Total distance: 275.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 180.2 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
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: near the start (US 67 / North State Street): Navigation decision point; at 113 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument and Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.2 hours each way, a round trip means 10.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Cicero, 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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