How far is Bolingbrook, IL from Calumet, IL?
The driving distance from Bolingbrook, IL to Calumet, IL is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Cook County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bolingbrook and Calumet.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bolingbrook and Calumet.
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Start on North Bolingbrook Drive
1.6 km · 2 min · North Bolingbrook Drive
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Turn left onto I 55 North: Chicago
1323 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Adlai Stevenson Expressway
10.2 mi · 14 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 294 South: Indiana
2735 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
1.2 km · 57 sec · Tri-State Tollway
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Continue on Mile-Long Bridge
1.5 km · 1 min · Mile-Long Bridge
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Continue on Tri-State Tollway
3.4 mi · 4 min · Tri-State Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12 East, US 20 East: 95th Street, 76th Avenue
1131 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 12, US 20 East: 95th Street
710 ft · 17 sec
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Turn straight onto West 95th Street
2 mi · 5 min · West 95th Street
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Turn left onto Southwest Highway
1809 ft · 31 sec · Southwest Highway
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Continue on West 93rd Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · West 93rd Street
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Turn right onto South Cicero Avenue
1340 ft · 34 sec · South Cicero Avenue
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Turn left onto West 95th Street
9.8 mi · 16 min · West 95th Street
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Turn left onto South Commercial Avenue
3261 ft · 1 min · South Commercial Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Commercial Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bolingbrook and Calumet.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge slight left onto Adlai Stevenson Expressway
10.2 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bolingbrook and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Calumet.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bolingbrook to Calumet?
The road trip is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km) and usually takes 00h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Hickory Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.8 miles from Bolingbrook and 15.8 miles from Calumet.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.8 miles (43.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.19 one way or $8.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Bolingbrook and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Calumet.
Stop Ideas Near Hickory Hills
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bolingbrook and Calumet. Straight-line distance: 26.76 mi (43.07 km).
#1 Bolingbrook
Town in Illinois
| Population | 74,025 |
| Coordinates | 41.6986400, -88.0684000 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Calumet
City in Illinois
| Population | 19,843 |
| Coordinates | 41.7317000, -87.5514300 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Calumet (-87.55143, 41.7317)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.19 | $8.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.72 | $9.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.89 | $11.77 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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