Origin
Yorkville, IL
Late night in Yorkville on Sunday
Local time
3:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yorkville, IL to Elk Grove, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
48.9 mi
79 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yorkville, IL
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Elk Grove, IL
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Trip Overview
Spanning 54.8 miles through the Illinois landscape, this trip from Yorkville to Elk Grove is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 1 minute. You can easily complete this trek in a single day, as it is designed as a direct point-to-point connection within the Midwest. Budgeting roughly $8 for fuel should cover your needs for the entire trip. Because the distance is relatively short, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or long-haul planning. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this route offers a practical way to navigate between these two locations without the stress of an extended road trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 56 | 24.8 mi | 30m |
| Kingery Highway | 7.4 mi | 12m |
| South Bridge Street | 5.7 mi | 9m |
| Busse Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| US 30 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway | 1.5 mi | 1m |
| Butterfield Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Touhy Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
IL 56
— 24.8 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yorkville, IL and Elk Grove, IL.
1
Start on South Bridge Street
5.7 mi
·
9 min
·
South Bridge Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
2
Continue on US 30; IL 47
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
US 30; IL 47
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward IL 56 East: Chicago
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto IL 56
25 mi
·
30 min
·
IL 56
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 88; IL 110
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 136
Toward Midwest Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn right onto Midwest Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Midwest Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn right onto IL 56
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Butterfield Road
Use the right lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward IL 83 North, IL 38 West: Kingery Highway, Roosevelt Road
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto IL 83
7.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Kingery Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on IL 83
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Busse Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Touhy Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Touhy Avenue
13
Turn right onto IL 72
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Higgins Road
14
Turn right onto South Elmhurst Road
349 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Elmhurst Road
15
Arrive at destination
South Elmhurst Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.4 miles from Yorkville, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 8.6 and 37 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
8.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward IL 56 East: Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward IL 56 East: Chicago
5
9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
IL 56
Merge onto IL 56
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
35.3 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward Midwest Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 136
Toward Midwest Road
5
36.1 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
IL 56 / Butterfield Road
Turn right onto IL 56 / Butterfield Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
37 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the ramp toward IL 83 North, IL 38 West: Kingery Highway, Roosevelt Road
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward IL 83 North, IL 38 West: Kingery Highway...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.64 one way
$15.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.39 | $16.79 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.41 | $18.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.09
Reagan Memorial Tollway
(1.5 mi)
$0.09
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$0
Total
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.13 | $2.35 |
| Efficient EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.85 | $3.13 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Elk Grove, IL
Late night in Elk Grove on Sunday
Local time
3:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
16 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 9m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul on this 54.8-mile transit. You will navigate via IL 56 East, the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway, and Midwest Road to reach your destination. Since the highway share is 0%, your focus will remain on local road navigation and situational awareness throughout the hour-long commute. The road changes rhythm as you transition between these specific thoroughfares, requiring you to stay alert through various turns. This drive lacks long, uninterrupted highway stretches, so you should prepare for a more active experience behind the wheel.
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: 24.8 mi on IL 56.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 48.9 miles you will encounter 11 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 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles (IL 56): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
752 ft
600 ft
Total Climb
204 ft
Total Descent
137 ft
Highest Point
752 ft
~19.6 mi in
Elevation Range
151 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 48.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.8 miles on IL 56. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.09 in tolls one way, starting with Reagan 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 Elk Grove, 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 8.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles (IL 56): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 35.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Elk Grove, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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