Origin
Portage Park, IL
Night in Portage Park on Saturday
Local time
11:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Portage Park, IL to Calumet City, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
32.6 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Portage Park, IL
Willian Justen de Vasconcellos
Calumet City, IL
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Trip Overview
This 32.6-mile drive from Portage Park, IL to Calumet City, IL is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 47 minutes. Given its short duration and minimal stops recommended, it's an ideal one-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You'll navigate primarily via the Dan Ryan Expressway (Express), Bishop Ford Freeway, and Kennedy Expressway, with 85% of the route on highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $5 for this trip. This route stays within the Midwest region and the state of Illinois, offering a quick connection between two points in the greater Chicago area.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) | 8.8 mi | 11m |
| Bishop Ford Freeway | 8.5 mi | 11m |
| Kennedy Expressway | 7.9 mi | 11m |
| Sibley Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| West Montrose Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Wentworth Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Central Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
— 8.8 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Portage Park, IL and Calumet City, IL.
1
Start on West Hutchinson Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Hutchinson Street
2
Turn right onto North Central Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Central Avenue
3
Turn right onto West Montrose Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Montrose Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 90 East, I 94 East
5
Merge onto I 90; I 94
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Kennedy Expressway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Continue on I 90; I 94
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94
8.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Bishop Ford Freeway
Toward I 94 East: Indiana
Use the slight left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 71B
Toward IL 83 South: East Sibley Boulevard
Use the right lane.
10
Turn straight onto Sibley Boulevard
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Sibley Boulevard
11
Turn right onto Wentworth Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Wentworth Avenue
12
Turn left onto Pulaski Road
114 ft
·
3 sec
·
Pulaski Road
13
Arrive at destination
Pulaski Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.3 miles from Portage Park, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 29.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Central Avenue
Turn right onto North Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 90; I 94 / Kennedy Expressway
Merge onto I 90; I 94 / Kennedy Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
12.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express
7
20.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 94 / Bishop Ford Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 / Bishop Ford Freeway toward I 94 East: Indiana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 94 East: Indiana
7
29.4 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward IL 83 South: East Sibley Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 71B
Toward IL 83 South: East Sibley Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.10 one way
$10.19 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.60 | $11.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.27 | $12.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.20 | $14.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.09 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Calumet City, IL
Night in Calumet City on Saturday
Local time
11:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°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
8 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
47m 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-dominated experience on this 32.6-mile trip, with 85% of your travel time spent on expressways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 8.8 miles along the Dan Ryan Expressway (Express), offering a consistent pace. You'll transition between the Dan Ryan Expressway (Express), Bishop Ford Freeway, and Kennedy Expressway, keeping you on high-speed roads for the majority of the journey. This profile suggests a driving experience focused on efficient travel rather than scenic detours.
85% 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: 8.8 mi on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express).
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) and Bishop Ford Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Central Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 32.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 90; I 94 / Kennedy Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.1 miles (I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 32.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.8 miles on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express). 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 Calumet City, 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 0.1 miles (North Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles (I 90; I 94 / Kennedy Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.1 miles (I 90; I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Calumet City, 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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