How far is Plainfield, IL from Woodlawn, IL?
The driving distance from Plainfield, IL to Woodlawn, IL is about 37.4 miles (60.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.9 miles (53 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Plainfield and Woodlawn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Plainfield and Woodlawn.
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Start on West Hazelcrest Drive
94 m · 16 sec · West Hazelcrest Drive
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Turn right onto North Division Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Division Street
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Turn sharp left onto South Naperville Road
851 ft · 22 sec · South Naperville Road
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Turn right onto North Mill Street
595 ft · 30 sec · North Mill Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Main Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 55 North
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
20.6 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 171 South: 1st Avenue
2380 ft · 58 sec
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Turn straight
2032 ft · 37 sec
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Continue on Archer Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · Archer Avenue
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Continue on West 55th Street
2.1 mi · 4 min · West 55th Street
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Turn right onto South Cicero Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Cicero Avenue
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Turn left onto West 63rd Street
7.4 mi · 15 min · West 63rd Street
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Turn right onto South Greenwood Avenue
111 m · 16 sec · South Greenwood Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Greenwood Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Plainfield and Woodlawn.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Merge slight left
20.6 mi · 00h 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 Plainfield and Sunny near Woodlawn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Plainfield to Woodlawn?
The road trip is about 37.4 miles (60.2 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Burr Ridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.6 miles from Plainfield and 18.8 miles from Woodlawn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.9 miles (53 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:30 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.93 one way or $11.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Plainfield and Sunny near Woodlawn.
Stop Ideas Near Burr Ridge
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 Burr Ridge.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Plainfield and Woodlawn. Straight-line distance: 32.91 mi (52.97 km).
#1 Plainfield
Plainfield is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.6269700, -88.2039500 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Woodlawn
Woodlawn is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.7794800, -87.5994900 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Woodlawn (-87.59949, 41.77948)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $4.50 | $5.93 | $11.87 |
| Mid-grade | $5.12 | $6.76 | $13.51 |
| Premium | $5.68 | $7.49 | $14.99 |
| Diesel | $6.52 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
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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