How far is Wheaton, IL from Rome, IL?
The driving distance from Wheaton, IL to Rome, IL is about 133.4 miles (214.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.2 miles (159.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 43m.
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.
City in Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely
Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wheaton and Rome.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheaton and Rome.
-
1
Start on West Wesley Street
761 ft · 23 sec · West Wesley Street
-
2
Turn left onto North Wheaton Avenue
142 m · 28 sec · North Wheaton Avenue
-
3
Turn left onto West Front Street
897 ft · 31 sec · West Front Street
-
4
Turn right onto South Main Street
2252 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
-
5
Turn left onto East Roosevelt Road
906 ft · 26 sec · East Roosevelt Road
-
6
Turn right onto South Naperville Road
4.3 mi · 8 min · South Naperville Road
-
7
Continue on Naper Boulevard
3.5 mi · 7 min · Naper Boulevard
-
8
Turn right onto Hobson Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Hobson Road
-
9
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Washington Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · South Washington Street
-
10
Turn right onto Washington Street
2580 ft · 51 sec · Washington Street
-
11
Continue on Weber Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · Weber Road
-
12
Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 South: Bloomington
1902 ft · 49 sec
-
13
Merge slight left
12.4 mi · 14 min
-
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Iowa
1.3 km · 1 min
-
15
Merge slight left
64.2 mi · 1 hr 9 min
-
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 180 South: Hennepin
1 mi · 2 min
-
17
Continue straight
8.7 mi · 9 min
-
18
Keep slight right to continue on Peoria
2.1 mi · 2 min
-
19
Continue straight
27.4 mi · 32 min
-
20
Continue on North State Route 29
83 m · 11 sec · North State Route 29
-
21
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North State Route 29
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wheaton and Rome.
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 80 West
Merge slight left
64.2 mi · 01h 09m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Wheaton and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy near Rome.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wheaton to Rome?
The road trip is about 133.4 miles (214.7 km) and usually takes 02h 43m 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?
Ottawa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.6 miles from Wheaton and 66.8 miles from Rome.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.2 miles (159.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.2 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 1:02 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.88 one way or $41.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Wheaton and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Cloudy near Rome.
Stop Ideas Near Ottawa
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 Ottawa.
Mendota station
Plano
Dwight station
Princeton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wheaton and Rome. Straight-line distance: 99.24 mi (159.71 km).
#1 Wheaton
The most populous city in DuPage County, Illinois.
| Population | 52,451 |
| Coordinates | 41.8661400, -88.1070100 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rome
Unincorporated census-designated place in Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,596 |
| Coordinates | 40.8830900, -89.5025900 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rome (-89.50259, 40.88309)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 215 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.43 | $20.88 | $41.77 |
| Mid-grade | $5.05 | $23.78 | $47.55 |
| Premium | $5.61 | $26.42 | $52.85 |
| Diesel | $6.47 | $30.47 | $60.95 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Illinois · Nov 11, 2026