This 79.2-mile drive from Roscoe, IL to Naperville, IL is a straightforward, one-day trip that should take you about 1 hour and 46 minutes. Navigating primarily via the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway and Illinois Route 59, this route keeps you moving efficiently through the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $12, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or a journey between these two Illinois communities. Given its relatively short duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.6 miles from Roscoe, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
50.4 mi
54m
Illinois Route 59
7.2 mi
12m
Belvidere Road
4.5 mi
7m
North Neltnor Boulevard
4 mi
7m
Sutton Road
2.6 mi
4m
New Sutton Road
2.4 mi
4m
Mill Street
1.9 mi
3m
Batavia Road
1.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
— 50.4 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roscoe, IL and Naperville, IL.
1
Start on Main Street
106 ft·10 sec·Main Street
2
Turn left onto Bridge Street
0.2 mi·22 sec·Bridge Street
3
Continue on Belvidere Road
4.5 mi·7 min·Belvidere Road
4
Turn right
189 ft·6 sec
5
Turn straight onto IL 173
1.2 mi·1 min·West Lane Road
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
7
Merge onto I 39; I 90; US 51
8.3 mi·8 min·Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
20 mi·21 min·Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
22 mi·23 min·Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 59Toward IL 59Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto IL 59
2.4 mi·4 min·New Sutton Road
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on IL 59
2.6 mi·4 min·Sutton Road
Use the left lane.
13
Continue on IL 59
0.6 mi·55 sec·Ingalton Avenue
14
Continue on IL 59
5.4 mi·9 min·Illinois Route 59
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on IL 59
4.0 mi·7 min·North Neltnor Boulevard
16
Continue on IL 59
1.8 mi·2 min·Illinois Route 59
Use the left lane.
17
Turn left onto Batavia Road
1.9 mi·3 min·Batavia Road
Use the left lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto Warrenville Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Warrenville Road
19
Continue on Mill Street
1.9 mi·3 min·Mill Street
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left onto US 34
0.4 mi·48 sec·West Ogden Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto North Washington Street
50 ft·1 sec·North Washington Street
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
North Washington Street
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1 hour and 46 minute drive, starting your trip in the morning is often best to avoid midday traffic, especially as you approach Naperville. With only 79.2 miles to cover, you have the luxury of not needing to rush, so feel free to make a brief stop if needed, though none are officially listed. Keep an eye on your fuel, with an estimated cost of $12 for the trip. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage when transitioning from the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway onto Illinois Route 59, as this is where the "turn-heavy" nature of the drive becomes most apparent.
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 39.6 miles from Roscoe, IL, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.4 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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.6 miles or 47m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Naperville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Roscoe, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Roscoe, IL
This is one driving day of about 79.2 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Roscoe, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway for about 50.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 57.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Bridge Street
Turn left onto Bridge Street
Navigation decision point
6
14.9 mi into trip|~20m in|I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
35.2 mi into trip|~42m in|I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
57 mi into trip|~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward IL 59
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 59
Toward IL 59
5
57.4 mi into trip|~1h 6m in|IL 59 / New Sutton Road
Turn right onto IL 59 / New Sutton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.38 one way
$24.76 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.59
$27.19
premium
$4.89
$15.24
$30.48
diesel
$5.61
$17.49
$34.97
Estimated Tolls: $3.52
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(42.1 mi)$2.94
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(8.3 mi)$0.58
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
$12
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.8
0
$8.32
$3.80
Efficient EV
19.8
0
$6.93
$3.17
EV Truck/SUV
31.7
0
$11.09
$5.07
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Roscoe, IL
Late night
in Roscoe on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Naperville, IL
Late night
in Naperville on Sunday
Local time
12:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
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 46m 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...
28 mi from route
~71 min detour
Free
near mile 79.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for much of this 79.2-mile journey, despite 9% of it being on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 50.4 miles on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, offering a period of consistent speed. However, be prepared for more frequent turns and changes in road type as you transition between major arteries like Belvidere Road and Illinois Route 59. This means keeping your attention sharp and being ready to adjust your speed and direction.
Only 9% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.4 mi on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Bridge Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.2 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles (I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 79.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.4 miles on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $3.52 in tolls one way, starting with Jane Addams Memorial 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.
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: near the start (Bridge Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles (I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Naperville, IL before heading back.
