How far is Shields, IL from Bonnie, IL?
The driving distance from Shields, IL to Bonnie, IL is about 28.1 miles (45.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 21 miles (33.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 04m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated community in Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Shields and Bonnie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shields and Bonnie.
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Start on North Papertown Lane
1.4 mi · 4 min · North Papertown Lane
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Turn slight right onto County Highway 16
1455 ft · 40 sec · County Highway 16
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Continue on East Divide Road
7.1 mi · 17 min · East Divide Road
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Continue on North Tolle Lane
3.3 mi · 8 min · North Tolle Lane
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Continue on East Tolle Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · East Tolle Road
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Continue on North Tolle Lane
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Tolle Lane
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Continue on East Tolle Road
1 km · 2 min · East Tolle Road
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Continue on North Tolle Lane
3.3 mi · 8 min · North Tolle Lane
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At the end of the road, turn right onto East Fairfield Road
1.1 km · 1 min · East Fairfield Road
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Turn straight onto Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto South 10th Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · South 10th Street
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Continue on Benton Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Benton Road
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Continue on Illinois Route 37
4.7 mi · 8 min · Illinois Route 37
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
11 m · 2 sec · West 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shields and Bonnie.
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.
East Divide Road
Continue on East Divide Road
7.13 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Shields and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bonnie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shields to Bonnie?
The road trip is about 28.1 miles (45.3 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?
Harmony is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14 miles from Shields and 14 miles from Bonnie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 21 miles (33.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 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 4:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.73 one way or $7.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Shields and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Bonnie.
Stop Ideas Near Harmony
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 Harmony.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shields and Bonnie. Straight-line distance: 21.01 mi (33.81 km).
#1 Shields
Township in Lake County, Illinois
| Population | 36,451 |
| Coordinates | 38.4678300, -88.7133900 |
| Altitude | 150 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bonnie
Village in Illinois
| Population | 380 |
| Coordinates | 38.2028300, -88.9034000 |
| Altitude | 130 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bonnie (-88.9034, 38.20283)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $3.73 | $7.47 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.21 | $8.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.61 | $9.21 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.25 | $10.50 |
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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