Origin
Mundelein, IL
Late night in Mundelein on Tuesday
Local time
3:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mundelein, 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
1h 1m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 1m
8 AM
1h 11m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 5m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mundelein, IL
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Trip Overview
This 41.8-mile drive from Mundelein, IL to Naperville, IL is a straightforward trip, typically taking about 1 hour and 1 minute. With a fuel cost estimated at $7, it's an economical option for a single-day excursion. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it a convenient option for getting between these two Midwest locations. Given its short distance and duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you to explore both ends without needing an overnight stay. You'll be traveling within Illinois for the entirety of this journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 53 | 13.9 mi | 18m |
| I 355 | 12.8 mi | 16m |
| East Ogden Avenue | 5 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 83 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| South Lake Street | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Lake Cook Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Arlington Heights Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| IL RT 83 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 53
— 13.9 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mundelein, IL and Naperville, IL.
1
Start on US 45
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
South Lake Street
2
Continue on IL 83
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Mundelein Road
3
Continue on IL 83
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
IL Rt 83
4
Continue on IL 83
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
IL RT 83
5
Continue on IL 83
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 83
6
Continue on IL 83
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
McHenry Road
7
Turn right onto Arlington Heights Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Arlington Heights Road
8
Turn right onto Lake Cook Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Lake Cook Road
9
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 53
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
IL 53
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
IL 53
Toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 355
13 mi
·
16 min
·
I 355
Exit 7
Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
Use the slight left lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 19
Toward US 34: Ogden Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right
154 ft
·
5 sec
Toward Lisle
Use the right lane.
14
Turn straight onto US 34
5.0 mi
·
10 min
·
East Ogden Avenue
15
Turn right onto North Washington Street
50 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Washington Street
16
Arrive at destination
North Washington Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Mundelein, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 9.6 and 36.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
9.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
IL 53
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 53
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
16.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
IL 53
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53 toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
8
23.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
I 355
Keep slight left at fork onto I 355 toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7
Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
7
36.4 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward US 34: Ogden Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 19
Toward US 34: Ogden Avenue
6
36.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Turn right toward Lisle
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Lisle
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.53 one way
$13.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.18 | $14.35 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.04 | $16.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Naperville, IL
Late night in Naperville on Tuesday
Local time
3:23 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
3 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 1m 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 highway-focused experience for about 73% of this 41.8-mile journey. The main arteries guiding you are IL 53 and I-355, with East Ogden Avenue also playing a role. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch on IL 53, covering 13.9 miles. This means you'll experience a good amount of consistent driving on faster roads, with fewer opportunities for spontaneous stops but a generally efficient pace. The road character remains largely consistent, prioritizing direct travel over varied scenery.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.9 mi on IL 53.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 53 and I 355. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.6 miles in near IL 53.
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 41.8 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: at 9.6 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.5 miles (I 355): 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.
On the drive from Mundelein, IL to Naperville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Lisle along the way.
Lisle
36.8 mi in
|
~50m
About the Cities
Starting in Mundelein, IL
Full guide →Founded 1865
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 1h 1m. Total distance: 41.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.9 miles on IL 53. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 9.6 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.5 miles (I 355): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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