Origin
Reading, IL
Morning in Reading on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Reading, IL to Naperville, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 29, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
79.9 mi
129 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Reading, IL
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Naperville, IL
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Trip Overview
Reading, IL to Naperville, IL is 79.9 miles and takes about 1h 49m via I 55, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, moving through the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive that mostly utilizes interstate before transitioning to surface roads. Given its duration and distance, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40 miles from Reading, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 45.7 mi | 50m |
| East 3200 North Road | 10.1 mi | 15m |
| East 3000 N Road | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| South Washington Street | 5.3 mi | 11m |
| East 3000 North Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Weber Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| E 3200 N Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Washington Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 45.7 mi, about 50m
Traffic on I-55
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 2 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,093 veh/hr typical · worst 1,450
Quietest
2 AM
~146 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 43 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading, IL and Naperville, IL.
1
Start on Co Rd 379 E Rd
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Co Rd 379 E Rd
2
Turn straight onto North 379 E Road
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
North 379 E Road
3
Turn left onto IL 17
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East 3000 North Road
4
Continue on IL 17
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
East 3000 N Road
5
Continue on IL 17
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East 3000 North Road
6
Turn right onto IL 17
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
E 3200 N Road
7
Continue on IL 17
10 mi
·
15 min
·
East 3200 North Road
8
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 55 North: Joliet
9
Merge onto I 55
46 mi
·
50 min
·
I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 263
Toward Weber Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
233 ft
·
7 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Turn straight onto CH 88
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Weber Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Washington Street
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on South Washington Street
5.3 mi
·
11 min
·
South Washington Street
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
North Washington Street
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1h 49m drive, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive in Naperville with plenty of daylight. The $12 fuel cost is quite manageable, so you shouldn't need to worry about frequent stops for gas. Since the longest stretch on the highway is under 46 miles, you can easily complete this route without needing to plan for extensive rest breaks. Consider a quick stop around the halfway point if needed, especially as you transition from I 55 to the surface roads.
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 40 miles from Reading, IL, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.7 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40 miles or 54m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Naperville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Reading, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Reading, IL
This is one driving day of about 79.9 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Reading, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 45.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40 miles from Reading, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 70 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
IL 17 / East 3000 North Road
Turn left onto IL 17 / East 3000 North Road
Navigation decision point
4
23.7 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Turn left toward I 55 North: Joliet
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 North: Joliet
5
24 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
69.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward Weber Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 263
Toward Weber Road
7
70 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.49 one way
$24.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.37 | $13.74 | $27.49 |
| premium | $4.88 | $15.34 | $30.69 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $16.83 | $33.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-27.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24 | 0 | $8.39 | $3.84 |
| Efficient EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32 | 0 | $11.19 | $5.11 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Morning in Naperville on Wednesday
Local time
6:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
Plainfield, IL
40 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
3 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
1h 49m 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?
This 79.9-mile drive features a 57% highway share, meaning you'll spend a significant portion on I 55. The longest continuous stretch on the interstate is 45.7 miles. You'll transition from the highway to surface roads, specifically East 3200 North Road and East 3000 N Road, as you near Naperville. Expect to notice denser traffic and more frequent exits as you approach your destination.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.7 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near IL 17 / East 3000 North Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 49m 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 (IL 17 / East 3000 North Road): Navigation decision point; at 23.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 24 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Reading, IL
Full guide →Arriving in Naperville, IL
Full guide →Founded 1890
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 49m. Total distance: 79.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.7 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.4 miles (IL 17 / East 3000 North Road): Navigation decision point; at 23.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 24 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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, EIA for fuel prices, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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