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Trip from Schaumburg, IL to O'Fallon, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 35m

Distance

292 mi

470 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$46

one way

EV Charging

Fair

3 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 22m ★
6 AM
5h 36m
8 AM
6h 2m
10 AM
5h 45m
12 PM
5h 42m
3 PM
5h 46m
5 PM
6h 1m
8 PM
5h 28m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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village in Cook County, Illinois, United States

Schaumburg, IL

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O'Fallon, IL

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Trip Overview

This 292-mile journey from Schaumburg, Illinois, to O'Fallon, Illinois, is a straightforward drive that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 5 hours and 35 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-55, with portions of the Adlai Stevenson Expressway and I-355, the route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 93% of it on interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of $44, this trip is an economical option for those looking to travel within the Midwest. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 139 miles on I-55, making it a drive that requires minimal planning for overnight stays, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.

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

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

146 miles from Schaumburg, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 139 mi 2h 29m
Adlai Stevenson Expressway 111.5 mi 2h 2m
I 355 20.1 mi 25m
Troy Ofallon Road 4.2 mi 7m
North Lincoln Avenue 2.5 mi 4m
South Roselle Road 2.3 mi 4m
Scott Troy Road 2.2 mi 3m
Ofallon Troy Road 1.9 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 139 mi, about 2h 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Schaumburg, IL and O'Fallon, IL.

1

Start on North Pleasant Drive

426 ft · 20 sec · North Pleasant Drive
2

Turn right onto West Thacker Street

0.1 mi · 36 sec · West Thacker Street
3

Turn right onto North Roselle Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Roselle Road
4

Continue on South Roselle Road

2.3 mi · 4 min · South Roselle Road
5

Turn left

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Toward IL 390 East Toll Use the left lane.
6

Merge onto IL 390

1.8 mi · 2 min · Elgin-O'Hare Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 12 Toward I 290: Chicago, Rockford Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 290 East: Chicago Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 290

0.6 mi · 43 sec · I 290
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 355

20 mi · 25 min · I 355
Exit 7 Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet Use the slight left lane.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Exit 12A Toward I 55 South: Joliet Road, Saint Louis Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward Joliet Road South Use the slight left lane.
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Merge onto I 55

112 mi · 2 hr 2 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55

65 mi · 1 hr 10 min · I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward IL 162: Troy
18

Keep slight left at fork

461 ft · 13 sec
19

Turn straight onto IL 162

1.6 mi · 2 min · Edwardsville Road
20

Turn right onto South Main Street

0.8 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
21

Continue on Troy Ofallon Road

4.2 mi · 7 min · Troy Ofallon Road
22

Continue on Scott Troy Road

2.2 mi · 3 min · Scott Troy Road
23

Turn right onto Ofallon Troy Road

1.9 mi · 3 min · Ofallon Troy Road
24

Continue on O'Fallon Troy Road

392 ft · 7 sec · O'Fallon Troy Road
25

Continue on North Lincoln Avenue

2.5 mi · 4 min · North Lincoln Avenue
26

Turn right onto West State Street

59 ft · 1 sec · West State Street
27

Arrive at destination

West State Street

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 35-minute duration, this 292-mile drive is best tackled as a single-day trip. To make the most of your time, consider departing early in the morning to avoid potential mid-day traffic, especially around the Chicago metropolitan area. With a fuel cost estimated at $44, budget accordingly. You'll encounter one significant stretch of 139 miles on I-55, so plan for a fuel and rest stop before or during this segment. While the route is predominantly highway, always be mindful of potential construction zones or speed limit changes as you traverse Illinois.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 146 miles from Schaumburg, IL, or about 2h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 139 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 64 miles or 1h 18m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 146 miles or 2h 48m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 29m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near O'Fallon, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Schaumburg, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Schaumburg, IL

This is one driving day of about 292 miles and 5h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Schaumburg, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 139 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bloomington, IL

146 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

Joliet, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bloomington, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 146 miles from Schaumburg, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 139 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Rosemary Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Joliet, Illinois

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.7

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18157824094

Visit website

Tacochela Mexican Restaurant and Catering

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Downers Grove, Illinois

1.1 mi

Kids Art & Play Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Schaumburg, Illinois

1.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Shorewood, Illinois

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 41.7

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+18156304235

Visit website

Kafé De Kasa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crest Hill, Illinois

2.1 mi

Emmys Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Braidwood, Illinois

1.6 mi

Rosemary Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.7

Joliet, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18157824094

Visit website

Tacochela Mexican Restaurant and Catering

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.9

Downers Grove, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+16304478226

Visit website

Kids Art & Play Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv

Schaumburg, Illinois

Hours: Closed

+16305231101

Visit website

Bella Milano O'Fallon

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 292

O'Fallon, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16186240700

Visit website

Whistle Stop Cafe Diamond IL

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 62.6

Diamond, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+18156342360

Visit website

Steven's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.9

Woodridge, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+16308109812

Visit website

Route 66 Polk-A-Dot Drive In

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 62.6

Braidwood, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+18154583377

Visit website

My Happy Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 62.6

Diamond, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18155185576

Visit website

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 41.7

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+18156304235

Visit website

Kafé De Kasa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 41.7

Crest Hill, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18156303694

Visit website

Emmys Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 62.6

Braidwood, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18153905133

Kafe De Kasa

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 41.7

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17792421902

Visit website

Emmy's Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 62.6

Coal City, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18155185375

Bonny's Bistro

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 41.7

Joliet, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18476271095

Visit website

Ten Drops Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 41.7

Plainfield, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+16306962137

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 166.9

Lincoln, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12177354444

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 166.9

Lincoln, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18333994638

Visit website

Universal Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 166.9

Lincoln, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663502738

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 5.1 and 139.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
5.1 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the exit toward I 290: Chicago, Rockford

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 12 Toward I 290: Chicago, Rockford
7
5.8 mi into trip | ~10m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 290 East: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 290 East: Chicago
8
6.9 mi into trip | ~12m in | I 355

Keep slight left at fork onto I 355 toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 7 Toward I 355 South Tollway: Joliet
8
27 mi into trip | ~37m 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
8
139.3 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in | I 55

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$45.65 one way

$91.30 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 102 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $50.12 $100.25
premium $4.89 $56.19 $112.39
diesel $5.61 $64.47 $128.94

Estimated Tolls: $0.12

Elgin-O'Hare Tollway (1.8 mi) $0.12

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

$46

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$71–$96

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 102.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 87.6 1 $30.66 $14.02
Efficient EV 73 0 $25.55 $11.68
EV Truck/SUV 116.8 1 $40.88 $18.69

Gas CO2

102 kg

EV CO2

34 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Schaumburg, IL

Late night in Schaumburg on Sunday

Local time

3:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

O'Fallon, IL

Late night in O'Fallon on Sunday

Local time

3:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Bloomington, IL

146 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

6 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

5h 35m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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-focused experience for the vast majority of this 292-mile trip, as 93% of the route is on interstates like I-55. This means consistent speeds and efficient travel for much of the 5 hours and 35 minutes. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 139 miles on I-55, offering a significant period of steady driving. While primarily interstate, the initial segments on the Adlai Stevenson Expressway and I-355 provide familiar highway transitions. Overall, the road's personality is that of a functional, high-speed corridor designed for getting from point A to point B efficiently within Illinois.

93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 139 mi on I 55.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 292 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (I 355): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

789 ft 541 ft

Total Climb

293 ft

Total Descent

530 ft

Highest Point

789 ft

Elevation Range

248 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Schaumburg, IL and O'Fallon, IL, road signs point toward Saint Louis, Joliet Road South and Springfield.

Saint Louis

27 mi in | ~37m

Joliet Road South

27.3 mi in | ~37m

Springfield

139.3 mi in | ~2h 41m | via I 55

About the Cities

Starting in Schaumburg, IL

Full guide →

Schaumburg is a city in Chicagoland, best known for its ever popular Woodfield Mall, the largest mall in Illinois. Its name is derived from a place in Germany.

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 5h 35m. Total distance: 292 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 139 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.12 in tolls one way, starting with Elgin-O'Hare 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.

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 O'Fallon, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles (I 355): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.6 hours each way, a round trip means 11.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at O'Fallon, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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