Origin
Rosiclare, IL
Evening in Rosiclare on Saturday
Local time
8:28 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rosiclare, IL to Chicago, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
7h 4m
Distance
360 mi
579 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 54m
★
6 AM
7h 5m
8 AM
7h 27m
10 AM
7h 13m
12 PM
7h 10m
3 PM
7h 14m
5 PM
7h 26m
8 PM
6h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rosiclare, IL
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Chicago, IL
Otoniel Alvarado
Trip Overview
This 360-mile drive from Rosiclare, Illinois, to Chicago, Illinois, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 7 hours and 4 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate via I-57, with brief periods on Ken Gray Expressway and North Main Street. Given its highway-focused nature and 90% highway share, it's a direct route through the Midwest. Expect to spend around $56 on fuel for this journey, which includes two planned stops. This trip offers a straightforward path to your destination, ideal for those prioritizing efficiency.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
180 miles from Rosiclare, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 42m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 195.2 mi | 3h 34m |
| Ken Gray Expressway | 91.4 mi | 1h 38m |
| North Main Street | 31.6 mi | 47m |
| IL 34 | 24.9 mi | 37m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Il 146 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Dan Ryan Expressway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| South Commercial Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 195.2 mi, about 3h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rosiclare, IL and Chicago, IL.
1
Start on Hopkinton Street
23 ft
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0 sec
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Hopkinton Street
2
Turn right onto IL 34
2.1 mi
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3 min
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IL 34
3
Turn left onto IL 34; IL 146
3.5 mi
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4 min
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IL 34; IL 146
4
Turn right onto IL 34
17 mi
·
24 min
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IL 34
5
Continue on IL 34; IL 145
5.9 mi
·
9 min
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IL 34; IL 145
6
At end of road, turn right onto US 45; IL 34
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Commercial Street
7
Turn left onto IL 13; IL 34
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
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IL 13; IL 34
8
Take the exit
174 ft
·
4 sec
9
Turn slight right onto IL 34
32 mi
·
47 min
·
North Main Street
10
Enter roundabout onto IL 14
408 ft
·
9 sec
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West Main Street
11
Continue on IL 14
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
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West Main Street
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
13
Merge onto I 57
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Ken Gray Expressway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 57
67 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Ken Gray Expressway
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
195 mi
·
3 hr 34 min
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I 57
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 94
3.3 mi
·
4 min
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Dan Ryan Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Road
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 53A
Toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn slight left onto South Ruble Street
243 ft
·
6 sec
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South Ruble Street
20
Turn slight left
75 ft
·
4 sec
21
Turn left onto South Canalport Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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South Canalport Avenue
22
Turn left onto South Halsted Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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South Halsted Street
23
Turn right onto West Cermak Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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West Cermak Road
24
Turn left
152 ft
·
11 sec
25
Turn right
0.2 mi
·
58 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7-hour drive, aim for an early morning departure from Rosiclare to maximize daylight and minimize traffic, especially as you approach Chicago. With two recommended stops, plan for a longer break around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. The 195.2-mile stretch on I-57 is a good indicator of when you might want to start thinking about your next rest stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as longer highway stretches can sometimes mean fewer immediate service areas.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 180 miles from Rosiclare, IL, or about 3h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 195.2 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 79 miles or 1h 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 180 miles or 3h 42m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chicago, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rosiclare, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Rosiclare, IL
This is one driving day of about 360 miles and 7h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Rosiclare, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 195.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
180 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 79 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 180 miles from Rosiclare, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 195.2 miles.
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 61.9 and 359 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
61.9 mi into trip
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~1h 33m in
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IL 14 / West Main Street
Enter roundabout onto IL 14 / West Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
86.8 mi into trip
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~2h 1m in
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I 57 / Ken Gray Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 57 / Ken Gray Expressway toward I 57 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
7
154.3 mi into trip
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~3h 13m in
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I 57
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57 toward I 57 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
6
352.8 mi into trip
|
~6h 52m in
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I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 94 / Dan Ryan Expressway (Express) toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 Express, I 94 Express: Pershing Roa...
8
359 mi into trip
|
~7h 1m in
Take the exit toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
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 53A
Toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$56.28 one way
$112.56 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
126 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $61.80 | $123.59 |
| premium | $4.89 | $69.28 | $138.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $79.48 | $158.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 126 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 108 | 1 | $37.80 | $17.28 |
| Efficient EV | 90 | 1 | $31.50 | $14.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 144 | 1 | $50.40 | $23.04 |
Gas CO2
126 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Chicago, IL
Evening in Chicago on Saturday
Local time
8:28 PM
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
28 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
7h 4m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 347.6
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?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 360-mile route, with 90% of your travel occurring on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 195.2 miles on I-57, meaning extended periods of consistent driving. While the majority is highway, you'll briefly transition onto local roads like North Main Street and Ken Gray Expressway as you enter and exit your origin and destination points. This profile suggests a drive characterized by speed and directness rather than winding scenic byways.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 195.2 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and Ken Gray Expressway. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 61.9 miles in near IL 14 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 360 miles you will encounter 17 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: at 61.9 miles (IL 14 / West Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 86.8 miles (I 57 / Ken Gray Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 154.3 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Arriving in Chicago, IL
Full guide →Chicago is the home of the blues and the truth of jazz, the heart of comedy and the idea of the skyscraper. Here, the age of railroads found its center, and airplanes followed suit. "Stormy, Husky, Brawling / City of Big Shoulders," Chicago is a Heartland boomtown, its ethos defined by urban planner Daniel Burnham's immortal vision: "Make no little plans; they have no magic to stir men's blood." It is one of the world's great cities and the third largest city in the United States, behind only New York City and Los Angeles. As the hub of the Midwest, Chicago is easy to find — its picturesque skyline calls across the waters of Lake Michigan, a first impression that soon reveals world-class museums of art and science, miles of sandy beaches, huge parks and public art, and perhaps the finest downtown collection of modern architecture in the world.
Top landmarks
- • Willis Tower — skyscraper in Chicago, Illinois
- • Art Institute of Chicago — art museum and school in Chicago, United States
- • Wrigley Field — baseball stadium in Chicago, Illinois, USA; home venue of the Chicago Cubs
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 7h 4m. Total distance: 360 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 4m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 195.2 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Chicago, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 61.9 miles (IL 14 / West Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 86.8 miles (I 57 / Ken Gray Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 154.3 miles (I 57): 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.1 hours each way, a round trip means 14.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Chicago, IL before the return drive.
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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