Lyons, IL Road Trips
With 4 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Lyons, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 11-mile quick runs to 190-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Lyons, IL spread mainly south and north, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
45.5 mi
Waukegan, IL
Quickest Drive
19m
Chicago, IL
Plan Around Lyons, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Lyons, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Lyons, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Lyons, IL
Driving from Lyons, IL
Expect an average of 100 miles and about 2h 1m behind the wheel when leaving Lyons, IL. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 190 miles (3h 35m), while the shortest is just 11 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Lyons, IL most often head toward Springfield, IL (189.7 mi, 3h 35m), Decatur, IL (171.9 mi, 3h 23m), Palatine, IL (28.8 mi, 45m), and Chicago, IL (10.7 mi, 20m). 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 100-mile trip from Lyons, IL, budget about $15 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Lyons, IL and 3 routes heading into Lyons, IL, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 11 to 190 miles.
The longest mapped route from Lyons, IL covers 190 miles and takes approximately 3h 35m. Shorter options start at just 11 miles.
The average route from Lyons, IL runs about 100 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 1m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 100-mile trip from Lyons, IL costs roughly $15 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Lyons, IL include Springfield, IL, Decatur, IL, Palatine, IL and Chicago, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Short Drives from Lyons, IL
Trips to Lyons, IL
Nearby Hubs
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