How far is Kewanee, IL from Bolingbrook, IL?
The driving distance from Kewanee, IL to Bolingbrook, IL is about 119.1 miles (191.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101.1 miles (162.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 41m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 20m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kewanee and Bolingbrook.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kewanee and Bolingbrook.
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Start on East 3rd Street
5 m · 8 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
122 m · 14 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East 2nd Street
2506 ft · 42 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn slight left onto North East Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · North East Street
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Turn left
12 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto West Railroad Street
1.6 km · 1 min · West Railroad Street
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Continue on North Mason Street
1757 ft · 29 sec · North Mason Street
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Continue on County Road 1500 N
2.5 mi · 4 min · County Road 1500 N
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Turn left onto IL 40
1.4 mi · 2 min · IL 40
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Take the ramp left
1690 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
81.3 mi · 1 hr 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: Chicago
1892 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
16.5 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 53: Bolingbrook, Romeoville
1422 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto South Bolingbrook Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Bolingbrook Drive
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Continue on North Bolingbrook Drive
675 ft · 24 sec · North Bolingbrook Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Bolingbrook Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kewanee and Bolingbrook.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
IL 40
Merge slight left
81.3 mi · 01h 27m
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.
Sunny leaving Kewanee and Sunny near Bolingbrook.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kewanee to Bolingbrook?
The road trip is about 119.1 miles (191.7 km) and usually takes 02h 20m 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?
Naplate is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.5 miles from Kewanee and 59.7 miles from Bolingbrook.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101.1 miles (162.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 18 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 1:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.84 one way or $31.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kewanee and Sunny near Bolingbrook.
Stop Ideas Near Naplate
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Naplate.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kewanee and Bolingbrook. Straight-line distance: 101.07 mi (162.66 km).
#1 Kewanee
City in Henry County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 12,174 |
| Coordinates | 41.2455900, -89.9248300 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bolingbrook
Town in Illinois
| Population | 74,025 |
| Coordinates | 41.6986400, -88.0684000 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bolingbrook (-88.0684, 41.69864)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 192 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $15.84 | $31.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.86 | $35.73 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.55 | $39.09 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.28 | $44.55 |
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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