This 131.4-mile drive from Morton, Illinois, to Bolingbrook, Illinois, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey best suited for a single day of travel. Expect to spend around 2 hours and 27 minutes on the road, with the majority of your time spent on I-55. With a projected fuel cost of approximately $21, this route offers an economical option for your travels within the Midwest. The drive is primarily on interstates, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
65.7 miles from Morton, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
103.6 mi
1h 53m
I 74
23.9 mi
25m
South Bolingbrook Drive
1.1 mi
2m
East Jackson Street
0.4 mi
<1m
North Morton Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
North Bolingbrook Drive
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 103.6 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morton, IL and Bolingbrook, IL.
1
Start on US 150
0.4 mi·49 sec·East Jackson Street
2
Turn right onto North Morton Avenue
0.3 mi·39 sec·North Morton Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·46 sec
Toward I 74 East: Bloomington
4
Merge onto I 74
24 mi·25 min·I 74
5
Keep slight left at fork
1.4 mi·2 min
Toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
6
Merge onto I 55; US 51
104 mi·1 hr 53 min·I 55; US 51
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 267Toward IL 53: Bolingbrook, RomeovilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto IL 53
1.1 mi·2 min·South Bolingbrook Drive
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on IL 53
0.1 mi·24 sec·North Bolingbrook Drive
10
Arrive at destination
IL 53
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 27-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in one day. Aim to depart in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic congestion on the interstates. While the drive is efficient, remember the longest stretch without a major road change is over 100 miles, so consider a brief stop for stretching or refueling before you hit that segment. The fuel cost is estimated at $21, so keep that in mind for your budget. Since there are no specific stops noted, you have the flexibility to choose rest areas as needed along I-55.
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 65.7 miles from Morton, IL, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.6 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 29 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.7 miles or 1h 13m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bolingbrook, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Morton, 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 Morton, IL
This is one driving day of about 131.4 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Morton, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 103.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 130.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|North Morton Avenue
Turn right onto North Morton Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
24.9 mi into trip|~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
5
26.3 mi into trip|~30m in|I 55; US 51
Merge onto I 55; US 51
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
129.9 mi into trip|~2h 23m in
Take the exit toward IL 53: Bolingbrook, Romeoville
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 267
Toward IL 53: Bolingbrook, Romeoville
4
130.2 mi into trip|~2h 24m in|IL 53 / South Bolingbrook Drive
Turn left onto IL 53 / South Bolingbrook Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.54 one way
$41.09 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg46 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$22.56
$45.11
premium
$4.89
$25.29
$50.57
diesel
$5.61
$29.01
$58.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
39.4
0
$13.80
$6.31
Efficient EV
32.9
0
$11.50
$5.26
EV Truck/SUV
52.6
0
$18.40
$8.41
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Morton, IL
Late night
in Morton on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bolingbrook, IL
Late night
in Bolingbrook on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Cloudy then Widespread Fog
E 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 16 at 11:52PM CDT until April 17 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 16 at 11:52PM CDT until April 17 at 10:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
68°F
Fairbury, IL
66 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
16 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
2h 27m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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
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...
24 mi from route
~59 min detour
Free
near mile 131.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the route utilizing high-speed interstates. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 103.6 miles on I-55, which means consistent driving speeds for a significant portion of the trip. The main roads include I-55 and I-74, leading you to South Bolingbrook Drive as you approach your destination. Expect smooth sailing on these well-maintained highways, with minimal need for navigating slower local roads.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 103.6 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near North Morton Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 27m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (North Morton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 24.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.3 miles (I 55; US 51): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 131.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 103.6 miles on I 55. 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 0.4 miles (North Morton Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 24.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.3 miles (I 55; US 51): 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 Bolingbrook, IL before heading back.
