Best stops on I-41 in Illinois

All 3 exits ranked by what a road-tripper actually needs: real food choice, easy gas, 24-hour service, and the stops worth a detour. Winners below.

1. Exit 1A — Russell Road

Milepost 1 · 27 places to eat · 9 gas stations · 4 hotels · 24/7 travel center · ♥ Bristol Renaissance Faire, Russell Military Museum

2. Exit 1B

Milepost 1 · 7 places to eat · 7 gas stations · 2 hotels · ♥ Six Flags Hurricane Harbor Chicago, The Dark Knight Coaster

3. Exit 1 — Russell Road

Milepost 1 · 7 places to eat · 8 gas stations · 3 hotels

← Every I-41 exit in Illinois