Origin
Lacon, IL
Morning in Lacon on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lacon, IL to Naperville, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 29, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 20m
Distance
106.6 mi
172 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
★
6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lacon, IL
Emilio Sánchez Hernández
Naperville, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Lacon to Naperville is 106.6 miles and takes about 2h 20m via I 80, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, primarily in Illinois, offering a straightforward connection between two points. With 79% of the drive on highways, expect a largely efficient travel experience. This is a good option if you're looking for a quick drive with minimal complication. It's a one-day trip that won't eat up your entire schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.3 miles from Lacon, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 31.7 mi | 34m |
| Illinois Route 71 | 31.7 mi | 46m |
| County Road 1400 East | 17.8 mi | 20m |
| US 34 | 10.9 mi | 19m |
| I 180 | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| West Ogden Avenue | 2 mi | 3m |
| 5th Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| IL 71 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 31.7 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lacon, IL and Naperville, IL.
1
Start on IL 17
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
5th Street
2
Take the ramp onto IL 29
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Railroad Street
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on IL 29
18 mi
·
20 min
·
County Road 1400 East
4
Merge onto I 180
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
I 180
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 80 East: Joliet
6
Merge onto I 80
32 mi
·
34 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 93
Toward IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto IL 71
32 mi
·
46 min
·
Illinois Route 71
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on IL 71
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 71
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 34
11 mi
·
19 min
·
US 34
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 34
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Ogden Avenue
12
Turn left onto North Washington Street
50 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Washington Street
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
North Washington Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 20 minutes, this is an easy one-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and avoid any potential rush hour congestion as you approach Naperville. The $17 fuel estimate suggests you won't need to make many fuel stops, but it's always wise to top off before you leave Lacon. Since the drive is under three hours, you have the flexibility to leave when you're ready. Keep an eye out for the transition off I 80 onto Illinois Route 71, as this marks the shift to more local roads.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.3 miles from Lacon, IL, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.7 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 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.3 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Naperville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lacon, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Lacon, IL
This is one driving day of about 106.6 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Lacon, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 31.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.3 miles from Lacon, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 61.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
IL 29 / Railroad Street
Take the ramp onto IL 29 / Railroad Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
28.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 80 East: Joliet
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 80 East: Joliet
5
29.2 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
60.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 93
Toward IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
6
61.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
IL 71 / Illinois Route 71
Turn left onto IL 71 / Illinois Route 71
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.66 one way
$33.31 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.37 | $18.34 | $36.67 |
| premium | $4.88 | $20.47 | $40.94 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $22.46 | $44.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-27.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32 | 0 | $11.19 | $5.12 |
| Efficient EV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.33 | $4.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.92 | $6.82 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Naperville, IL
Morning in Naperville on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Central, IL
53 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
17 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 20m 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?
You'll spend most of your time on highways, with 79% of the 106.6-mile route utilizing them. The longest continuous stretch on a major highway is 31.7 miles on I 80. After leaving the interstate system, you'll transition to Illinois Route 71 and County Road 1400 East, which means you'll encounter more local traffic and potentially more frequent intersections as you get closer to Naperville.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.7 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and Illinois Route 71. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near IL 29 / Railroad 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 106.6 miles you will encounter 7 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 1.4 miles (IL 29 / Railroad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 29.2 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Lacon, IL to Naperville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Oswego along the way.
Oswego
60.9 mi in
|
~1h 7m
About the Cities
Starting in Lacon, IL
Full guide →Arriving in Naperville, IL
Full guide →Founded 1890
Naperville is a bedroom community in the Chicagoland area. In 2008, Money magazine ranked Naperville third on its list of the 100 best places to live in the United States.
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 2h 20m. Total distance: 106.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.7 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles (IL 29 / Railroad Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 29.2 miles (I 80): 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 Naperville, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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