Origin
Naperville, IL
Late night in Naperville on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Naperville, IL to Washington, 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
2h 41m
Distance
123.1 mi
198 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Washington, IL
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Trip Overview
Naperville to Washington is 123.1 miles and takes about 2h 41m via I 55 and County Road 1000 North, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, specifically Illinois, making it a straightforward drive. With a recommended one-day duration, it's a manageable distance for a quick getaway or a practical route to a destination. You'll mostly be on highways, so expect a steady pace for most of the trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.5 miles from Naperville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 76.6 mi | 1h 23m |
| County Road 1000 North | 11.8 mi | 17m |
| East Gridley Road | 9.2 mi | 14m |
| East 3100 North Road | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| North Washington Street | 5.3 mi | 11m |
| Weber Road | 3.9 mi | 7m |
| Eureka Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| East Center Street | 2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 76.6 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Naperville, IL and Washington, IL.
1
Start on North Washington Street
5.3 mi
·
11 min
·
North Washington Street
Use the left lane.
2
Turn right onto Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
Washington Street
3
Continue on Weber Road
3.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Weber Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
5
Merge onto I 55
77 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 55
Use the right lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward US 24: Chenoa, El Paso
7
At end of road, turn left onto US 24
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
East 3100 North Road
8
Continue on US 24
9.2 mi
·
14 min
·
East Gridley Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Continue on US 24
12 mi
·
17 min
·
County Road 1000 North
10
Continue on US 24
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Center Street
11
Continue on US 24
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
US Highway 24
12
Turn left onto US 24 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 1200 East
13
Continue on US 24 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 800 North
14
Continue on US 24 Business
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Eureka Road
15
Continue on US 24 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Walnut Street
16
Enter roundabout onto US 24 Business
300 ft
·
16 sec
·
Peoria Street
17
Continue on US 24 Business
153 ft
·
7 sec
·
Peoria Street
18
Turn right
91 ft
·
6 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 41m duration, starting your drive in Naperville early in the morning is a good idea to maximize your day. The $19 fuel cost suggests planning for one fill-up, though it's always wise to start with a full tank. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility; consider stopping around the halfway point if needed, perhaps after the 76.6-mile stretch on I 55. Keep an eye out for the transition from I 55 to County Road 1000 North, as this is where the road type changes, signaling you're nearing your destination.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.5 miles from Naperville, IL, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 76.6 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 27 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.5 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Washington, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Naperville, 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 Naperville, IL
This is one driving day of about 123.1 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Naperville, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 76.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.5 miles from Naperville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 76.6 miles.
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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 123.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Washington Street
Depart onto North Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
10 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
86.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Take the exit toward US 24: Chenoa, El Paso
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 24: Chenoa, El Paso
6
123 mi into trip
|
~2h 40m in
|
US 24 Business / Peoria Street
Enter roundabout onto US 24 Business / Peoria Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
123.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.25 one way
$38.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.13 | $42.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.69 | $47.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.18 | $54.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.93 | $5.91 |
| Efficient EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.23 | $7.88 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Washington, IL
Late night in Washington on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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 41m 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.
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...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 8.5
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly highway, with 62% of the drive on major roads like I 55. You'll experience a longest stretch of 76.6 miles on I 55 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect to encounter County Road 1000 North and East Gridley Road for the latter part of your drive, offering a change of pace from the interstate cruising. The highway portion means consistent speed limits and fewer stops until you reach the local roads closer to Washington.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 76.6 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and County Road 1000 North. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Washington Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 41m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
758 ft
555 ft
Total Climb
267 ft
Total Descent
219 ft
Highest Point
758 ft
~123.1 mi in
Elevation Range
203 ft
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 Naperville, IL to Washington, IL, road signs begin pointing toward El Paso along the way.
El Paso
86.6 mi in
|
~1h 44m
About the Cities
Starting 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.
Arriving in Washington, IL
Full guide →Washington is a city in Western Illinois, just east of Peoria and the Illinois River. It was founded in 1825. Washington is home to around 17,000 people (2016).
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 41m. Total distance: 123.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 76.6 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: near the start (North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 86.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Washington, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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