Though or around Chicago

[dmanwi]

Driving down from Milwaukee. Does anyone have somewhat current conditions of I94, 294 bypass in Chicago?

I am trying to figure out if I should even bother with I94 and instead drive down through Bloomington on I39.

Thanks

 

[WeLoveAriel0505]

I have a couple thoughts...........I would suggest that if it's not rush hour it's worth it for you to drive through.............but would be early morning mid-day or late at night............other than that, you definitely want to drive around.

Here's a website that you can check traffic for the Chicago area.

http://www.gcmtravel.com

 

[quirty30]

It's construction season in Chicago - if you can avoid I-90/94 and I-294 by taking I-39 down thru Bloomington, I would highly recommend it. Unless you are driving late at night, then it really doesn't matter.

 

[dis75ney]

Just stay away from rush hours (AM and PM both) and you should be fine using 294. I live up by the WI/IL border and am always using 294. I haven't noticed too many congestion issues, but then again, I make sure I stay away from rush hour...

 

[dis75ney]

It's construction season in Chicago - if you can avoid I-90/94 and I-294 by taking I-39 down thru Bloomington, I would highly recommend it. Unless you are driving late at night, then it really doesn't matter.

Isn't it always construction season in Chicago?

 

[quirty30]

Isn't it always construction season in Chicago?

What's the old joke? There are two seasons in Chicago - winter and construction.