Lemont, IL Road Trips
With 8 routes heading out and 0 heading in, Lemont, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 115 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Lemont, IL spread mainly south and north, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
8
Longest Drive
326.6 mi
Bremen, IL
Quickest Drive
25m
Joliet, IL
Plan Around Lemont, IL
Continue From Lemont, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Lemont, IL
Lemont, IL to Bremen, IL
Lemont, IL to Springfield, IL
Lemont, IL to Peoria, IL
Lemont, IL to Champaign, IL
Lemont, IL to Waukegan, IL
Lemont, IL to Elgin, IL
Lemont, IL to Chicago, IL
Lemont, IL to Joliet, IL
Driving from Lemont, IL
The typical drive from Lemont, IL covers about 115 miles and takes around 2h 17m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 327 miles (6h 22m), while the shortest is just 12 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Lemont, IL include Bremen, IL (326.6 mi, 6h 22m), Springfield, IL (179.9 mi, 3h 22m), Peoria, IL (145.2 mi, 2h 43m), Champaign, IL (132.5 mi, 2h 31m), and Waukegan, IL (57.8 mi, 1h 18m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IL currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 115-mile trip from Lemont, IL, budget about $17 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 8 mapped routes leaving Lemont, IL and 0 routes heading into Lemont, IL, covering 8 total connections. Distances range from 12 to 327 miles.
The longest mapped route from Lemont, IL covers 327 miles and takes approximately 6h 22m. Shorter options start at just 12 miles.
The average route from Lemont, IL runs about 115 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 17m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 115-mile trip from Lemont, IL costs roughly $17 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Lemont, IL include Bremen, IL, Springfield, IL, Peoria, IL and Champaign, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Lemont, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
17,643
Median Income
$126,100
Median Home Value
$447,800
Median Age
43.7
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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