Origin
Newell, IL
Late night in Newell on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newell, IL to Elk Grove, 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
3h 39m
Distance
150.5 mi
242 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 27m
★
6 AM
3h 39m
8 AM
4h 4m
10 AM
3h 48m
12 PM
3h 46m
3 PM
3h 49m
5 PM
4h 3m
8 PM
3h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newell, IL
Franco Monsalvo
Elk Grove, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Newell, IL to Elk Grove, IL is 150.5 miles and takes about 3h 39m via I 57 and Tri-State Tollway, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. You'll experience a mix of highway speeds and surface streets, making it a manageable day trip. Plan for a single stop along the way if you need a break. The total fuel cost is estimated at $24.
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
75.3 miles from Newell, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 37 mi | 42m |
| Tri-State Tollway | 22.9 mi | 28m |
| North Vermilion Street | 20.8 mi | 31m |
| North 2100 E Road | 14.8 mi | 22m |
| County Road 2300 East | 11.4 mi | 17m |
| 2300 East | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| South State Route 1 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| IL 17 | 5.8 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 37 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newell, IL and Elk Grove, IL.
1
Start on East Winter Avenue
2.5 mi
·
9 min
·
East Winter Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 136; IL 1
21 mi
·
31 min
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North Vermilion Street
3
Continue on IL 1
11 mi
·
17 min
·
County Road 2300 East
4
Continue on IL 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Chicago St
5
Continue on IL 1
9.9 mi
·
14 min
·
2300 East
6
Turn left onto US 24; IL 1
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East Walnut Street
7
Turn right onto IL 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North 2100 East Road
8
Continue on IL 1
15 mi
·
22 min
·
North 2100 E Road
9
Continue on IL 1
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
S 7000E Road
10
Continue on IL 1
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
E 7000S Road
11
Turn left onto IL 1
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Dixie Highway
12
Continue on IL 1
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
South State Route 1
13
Turn left onto IL 17
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
IL 17
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I-57 North: Chicago
15
Merge onto I 57
37 mi
·
42 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 349-350
Toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevard, 147th Street, Wisconsin
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
1.8 mi
·
3 min
Exit 349
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
18
Merge onto I 294
21 mi
·
25 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit onto I 294
321 ft
·
7 sec
·
Tri-State Tollway
Exit 31
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Exit 31
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North: Rockford, Milwaukee
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 290 West: Rockford
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Saint Charles Road West
24
Merge onto I 290
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 290
25
Take the exit onto US 20
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 20
Exit 12
Toward US 20 West, IL 64 West: Lake Street, York Road
Use the right lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward York Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn left onto North York Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North York Street
28
Continue on South York Road
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
South York Road
Use the left lane.
29
Continue on South Elmhurst Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Elmhurst Road
30
Continue on South Elmhurst Road
521 ft
·
26 sec
·
South Elmhurst Road
Use the left lane.
31
Arrive at destination
South Elmhurst Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 39m duration, leaving Newell, IL in the morning should allow ample time to reach Elk Grove, IL before evening. Consider a single planned stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs, especially since the longest stretch on I 57 is 37 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, with an estimated cost of $24 for the 150.5 miles. Since this is a single-day trip with a manageable duration, you have flexibility in your departure time.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.3 miles from Newell, IL, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37 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 33 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 75.3 miles or 2h 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Elk Grove, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newell, 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 Newell, IL
This is one driving day of about 150.5 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Newell, 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 57 for about 37 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
75 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 75.3 miles from Newell, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 115.8 and 143.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
115.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 48m in
Take the exit toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevard, 147th Street, Wisconsin
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 349-350
Toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevar...
8
116.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 349
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
8
139.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 19m in
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I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Take the exit onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago
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 31
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Roc...
8
143.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 26m in
|
US 20
Take the exit onto US 20 toward US 20 West, IL 64 West: Lake Street, York Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 12
Toward US 20 West, IL 64 West: Lake Street, Yor...
8
143.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward York Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward York Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.53 one way
$47.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
53 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.83 | $51.67 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.96 | $57.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.23 | $66.46 |
Estimated Tolls: $1.37
Tri-state Tollway
(22.9 mi)
$1.37
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 45.2 | 0 | $15.80 | $7.22 |
| Efficient EV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.17 | $6.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 60.2 | 0 | $21.07 | $9.63 |
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (66% 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
Elk Grove, IL
Late night in Elk Grove on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
63°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
11 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
3h 39m 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...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 119.4
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?
About 34% of this 150.5-mile drive is on highways. You'll encounter 37 miles on I 57, which is the longest continuous stretch of highway driving. After this, expect a shift to surface roads, including North Vermilion Street, for the remainder of your trip. The transition from higher-speed highway to potentially more signal-controlled surface streets is something to be aware of as you approach your destination.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 115.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 150.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 115.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 139.9 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Newell, IL and Elk Grove, IL, road signs point toward Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Chicago and Saint Charles Road West.
Wisconsin
115.8 mi in
|
~2h 48m
Milwaukee
139.9 mi in
|
~3h 19m
|
via I 294
Chicago
139.9 mi in
|
~3h 19m
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via I 294
Saint Charles Road West
141.6 mi in
|
~3h 23m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 150.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.37 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Elk Grove, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 115.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 139.9 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Elk Grove, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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