Origin
Momence, IL
Evening in Momence on Sunday
Local time
6:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Momence, 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
1h 26m
Distance
57.4 mi
92 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Momence, IL
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Trip Overview
This 57.4-mile drive from Momence, IL, to Cicero, IL, is expected to take about 1 hour and 26 minutes. As a single-day trip, it's perfectly manageable, especially considering the estimated fuel cost of $9. You'll be sticking to local roads for the entire journey, with no highway segments, making it a true turn-heavy local experience. The route traverses the Midwest region, staying within Illinois throughout. This drive is best suited for those who prefer a more direct, non-highway approach to covering moderate distances.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Calumet Expressway | 14.1 mi | 19m |
| Tri-State Tollway | 11.7 mi | 15m |
| South Cicero Avenue | 10.6 mi | 17m |
| South Dixie Highway | 6.2 mi | 9m |
| North Dixie Highway | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| County Road East 1241 North | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Cicero Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Taylor Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Calumet Expressway
— 14.1 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Momence, IL and Cicero, IL.
1
Start on IL 1; IL 17
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
North Dixie Highway
2
Continue on IL 1; IL 17
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
South Main Street
3
Turn right onto IL 1; IL 17
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
East Taylor Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto IL 1
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road East 1241 North
5
Continue on IL 1
6.2 mi
·
9 min
·
South Dixie Highway
6
Continue on IL 1
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Calumet Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 80, I 294 North, I 94 East: Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North: Iowa, Wisconsin
9
Merge onto I 80; I 294
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
6.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 12B
Toward IL 50 North: Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto IL 50
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Cicero Avenue
14
Continue on IL 50
11 mi
·
17 min
·
South Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto West 31st Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
West 31st Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto South Laramie Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Laramie Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
South Laramie Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Momence, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 31.1 and 56.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
31.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward I 80, I 294 North, I 94 East: Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 80, I 294 North, I 94 East: Iowa, Wisc...
6
31.4 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 West, I 294 North: Iowa, Wisconsin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North: Iowa, Wisconsin
6
37.4 mi into trip
|
~55m 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.
7
43.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward IL 50 North: Cicero Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12B
Toward IL 50 North: Cicero Avenue
6
56.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
West 31st Street
Turn left onto West 31st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.97 one way
$17.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.85 | $19.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.05 | $22.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.67 | $25.35 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.71
Tri-state Tollway
(11.7 mi)
$0.71
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Total
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.02 | $2.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23 | 0 | $8.04 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Cicero, IL
Evening in Cicero on Sunday
Local time
6:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Burbank, IL
29 mi in
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
2 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
1h 26m 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?
Prepare for a drive characterized by frequent turns, as indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. You won't encounter any highway miles on this 57.4-mile journey; it's all local roads from start to finish. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the nature of the route suggests you'll be navigating through various local streets and county roads like South Main Street, East Taylor Street, and County Road East 1241 North. This means you'll be constantly adjusting your course rather than settling into a steady highway pace.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.1 mi on Calumet Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 around 31.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.4 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Momence, IL and Cicero, IL, road signs point toward Wisconsin and Indiana.
Wisconsin
31.1 mi in
|
~46m
Indiana
31.1 mi in
|
~46m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 57.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.1 miles on Calumet Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.71 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.
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 Cicero, 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: at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 37.4 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cicero, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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