Origin
Roselle, IL
Late night in Roselle on Tuesday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roselle, IL to Plainfield, 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
48m
Distance
34.6 mi
56 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roselle, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Plainfield, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 34.6-mile drive from Roselle, IL to Plainfield, IL will take you about 48 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a day trip. The route is predominantly highway, with 74% of it utilizing major roads like I-355 and the Adlai Stevenson Expressway. Expect a fuel cost of around $5 for this journey through the Midwest. Given its short duration and highway focus, this trip is best tackled in one go, offering a simple and efficient connection between these two Illinois communities. It's a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 355 | 18.2 mi | 22m |
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| East Main Street | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Irving Park Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Medinah Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Division Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Lake Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Michigan Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 355
— 18.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roselle, IL and Plainfield, IL.
1
Start on IL 19
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Irving Park Road
2
Turn right onto Medinah Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Medinah Road
3
Turn left onto US 20
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 355 Toll South: Joliet
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 355
18 mi
·
22 min
·
I 355
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 12A
Toward I 55 South: Joliet Road, Saint Louis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward Joliet Road South
Use the slight left lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 55
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 261
Toward IL 126 West: Plainfield
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on IL 126
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Michigan Street
439 ft
·
22 sec
·
Michigan Street
13
Turn left onto South Naperville Road
91 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Naperville Road
14
Turn right onto US 30; IL 59
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Division Street
15
Turn left onto West Hazelcrest Drive
350 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Hazelcrest Drive
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
West Hazelcrest Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.3 miles from Roselle, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 4 and 30.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 355 Toll South: Joliet
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 355 Toll South: Joliet
8
22.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Joliet Road, Saint Louis
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 12A
Toward I 55 South: Joliet Road, Saint Louis
7
22.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Joliet Road South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Joliet Road South
7
23.1 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
7
30.9 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward IL 126 West: Plainfield
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 261
Toward IL 126 West: Plainfield
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.41 one way
$10.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.94 | $11.88 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.66 | $13.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.03 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Plainfield, IL
Late night in Plainfield on Tuesday
Local time
3:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
48m 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?
Get ready for a drive that's mostly highway, accounting for 74% of the total mileage. You'll spend a good chunk of time on I-355, including an uninterrupted stretch of 18.2 miles. This highway-focused profile means you'll experience consistent speeds and limited distractions for much of the journey. While not a scenic tour, it's designed for efficient travel, allowing you to cover ground quickly. The transition from the expressway to East Main Street in Plainfield will mark the end of the faster-paced section.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.2 mi on I 355.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 355 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 34.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 22.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
766 ft
615 ft
Total Climb
93 ft
Total Descent
242 ft
Highest Point
766 ft
Elevation Range
150 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.
Between Roselle, IL and Plainfield, IL, road signs point toward Saint Louis and Joliet Road South.
Saint Louis
22.5 mi in
|
~30m
Joliet Road South
22.7 mi in
|
~31m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 34.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.2 miles on I 355. 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 Plainfield, 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 4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 22.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Plainfield, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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