Origin
Morris, IL
Late night in Morris on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Morris, IL to Naperville, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
39.8 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Morris, IL
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Trip Overview
This 48.4-mile drive from Morris, IL to Naperville, IL takes approximately 54 minutes, making it a convenient one-day trip within the Midwest region. You'll navigate primarily on Division Street and then merge onto I-80 East and I-55 North. With a fuel cost estimated at $7, this route is budget-friendly for a quick journey. The profile indicates a turn-heavy local drive, so expect a less straightforward path than a pure highway cruise. It's perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 13.9 mi | 14m |
| I 55 | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| South Washington Street | 5.3 mi | 11m |
| Weber Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Division Street | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Washington Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Washington Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 13.9 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morris, IL and Naperville, IL.
1
Start on this road
49 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
43 ft
·
5 sec
3
Turn right onto IL 47
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Division Street
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 80 East: Joliet
5
Merge onto I 80
14 mi
·
14 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 126B
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 55
13 mi
·
14 min
·
I 55
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 263
Toward Weber Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
233 ft
·
7 sec
Use the left lane.
10
Turn straight onto CH 88
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Weber Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Washington Street
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on South Washington Street
5.3 mi
·
11 min
·
South Washington Street
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
North Washington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.9 miles from Morris, 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 2.4 and 29.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
16.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward I 55 North: Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 126B
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
5
16.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
29.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward Weber Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 263
Toward Weber Road
7
29.9 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.22 one way
$12.44 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.83 | $13.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.79 | $17.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.18 | $1.91 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.48 | $1.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Late night in Naperville on Tuesday
Local time
5:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
55m 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?
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this 48.4-mile journey, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be on local roads for the majority, if not all, of the trip. The drive will likely involve frequent turns and navigating through communities rather than open highway stretches. While there isn't a "longest stretch" specified, the turn-heavy nature suggests a consistent need for attention and adjustment as you proceed from Morris to Naperville. This isn't a route for setting cruise control and zoning out; it requires active engagement with the road.
67% 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: 13.9 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and I 55. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near I 80.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 39.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Morris, IL
Full guide →Founded 1842
Northern Illinois is a region of Illinois generally located immediately along and north of I-80 and outside of Chicagoland. While largely rural, it does include Rockford, the third largest city in Illinois, as well as DeKalb, home of Northern Illinois University.
Top landmarks
- • Dresden Island Lock and Dam Historic District
- • Morris Downtown Commercial Historic District — historic district in Illinois, United States
Arriving in Naperville, IL
Full guide →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 55m. Total distance: 39.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 9 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Naperville, 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 2.4 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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