Chicago to Los Angeles Road Trip Fuel Cost
The Route 66 drive from Chicago to Los Angeles covers about 2,400 miles — at 28 MPG and $4.00/gal, fuel costs approximately $343.
How to use this tool
- Enter the total trip distance in miles.
- Enter your vehicle's fuel economy in MPG.
- Enter the current fuel price per gallon.
- The calculator returns gallons required and total fuel cost.
The iconic Route 66 road trip from Chicago to LA is one of America's great drives — calculate your total fuel cost before hitting the road.
Frequently asked questions
- How much will a road trip cost in gas?
- Divide total miles by your MPG to get gallons needed, then multiply by the fuel price. A 500-mile trip at 25 MPG with $3.50/gal costs $70 in fuel.
- How do I find my car's actual MPG?
- Fill up the tank, reset the trip odometer, drive normally until the next fill-up, then divide miles driven by gallons added. Repeat for accuracy.