How far is Woodlawn, IL from Plainfield, IL?
The driving distance from Woodlawn, IL to Plainfield, IL is about 43.1 miles (69.4 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 58m 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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodlawn and Plainfield.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodlawn and Plainfield.
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Start on South Greenwood Avenue
20 m · 8 sec · South Greenwood Avenue
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Turn left onto East 64th Street
160 m · 30 sec · East 64th Street
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Turn left onto South University Avenue
131 m · 26 sec · South University Avenue
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Turn left onto East 63rd Street
4.8 mi · 10 min · East 63rd Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West 63rd Street
2.7 mi · 5 min · West 63rd 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 55th Street
2 mi · 4 min · West 55th Street
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Turn left onto South Archer Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · South Archer Avenue
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Continue on 1st Avenue
1 km · 58 sec · 1st Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
1849 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on IL 171 South: 1st Avenue
2144 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto Adlai Stevenson Expressway
20.6 mi · 27 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 126 West: Plainfield
2328 ft · 43 sec
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Continue on East Main Street
2.3 mi · 4 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Michigan Street
134 m · 23 sec · Michigan Street
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Turn left onto South Naperville Road
28 m · 8 sec · South Naperville Road
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Turn right onto North Division Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Division Street
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Turn left onto West Hazelcrest Drive
107 m · 15 sec · West Hazelcrest Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Hazelcrest Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Woodlawn and Plainfield.
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
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 Woodlawn and Sunny near Plainfield.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodlawn to Plainfield?
The road trip is about 43.1 miles (69.4 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 19 miles from Woodlawn and 24.1 miles from Plainfield.
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 10.2 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 4:32 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.83 one way or $13.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Woodlawn and Sunny near Plainfield.
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 Woodlawn and Plainfield. Straight-line distance: 32.91 mi (52.97 km).
#1 Woodlawn
Woodlawn is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.7794800, -87.5994900 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Plainfield
Plainfield is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.6269700, -88.2039500 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Hazelcrest Drive (-88.203953, 41.627049)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 69 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
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 | $6.83 | $13.66 |
| Mid-grade | $5.12 | $7.78 | $15.56 |
| Premium | $5.68 | $8.63 | $17.26 |
| Diesel | $6.52 | $9.91 | $19.82 |
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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