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Trip from Arlington Heights, IL to Macomb, IL

Data updated 4 hours ago

Drive Time

4h 42m

Distance

251.5 mi

405 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$39

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 29m ★
6 AM
4h 42m
8 AM
5h 9m
10 AM
4h 51m
12 PM
4h 49m
3 PM
4h 53m
5 PM
5h 8m
8 PM
4h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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village in Cook County, Illinois, United States; suburb of Chicago, Illinois

Arlington Heights, IL

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city in and the county seat of McDonough County, Illinois, United States

Macomb, IL

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Trip Overview

This 251.5-mile journey from Arlington Heights, IL, to Macomb, IL, is designed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 42 minutes to complete. You'll primarily travel on IL 110, the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, and the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, with about 47% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $39. Given its manageable duration and distance, this route offers a straightforward drive through the Midwest region, making it an easy excursion without the need for an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

125.7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .

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Drive Character

The drive presents a mixed profile, blending efficient highway travel with other road types. With 47% of the route utilizing highways, you'll experience periods of faster driving, particularly on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway and the Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56.7 miles on IL 110, offering a sustained period on this particular road. This blend means the drive isn't a constant interstate experience but rather a varied one that changes as you progress toward Macomb.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 110 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Arlington Heights Road.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 251.5 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Arlington Heights Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Arlington Heights Road

Turn right onto North Arlington Heights Road

Navigation decision point

5
3.7 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway

Merge onto I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
56.2 mi into trip | ~1h 3m in

Take the exit toward I-39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I-39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington
6
81.8 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Take the exit toward I 88 West Toll: Moline, Rock Island

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 97B Toward I 88 West Toll: Moline, Rock Island
5
198.9 mi into trip | ~3h 38m in | IL 110

Take the exit onto IL 110 toward US 34 West: Monmouth

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 46A Toward US 34 West: Monmouth

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Macomb, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.

Rock Island

81.8 mi in | ~1h 32m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
IL 110 56.7 mi 1h 7m
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway 52.5 mi 56m
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway 38.9 mi 41m
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway 36.7 mi 39m
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway 33.8 mi 36m
I 39 24.9 mi 27m
North Arlington Heights Road 3.1 mi 6m
North Lafayette Street 1.8 mi 3m
Longest stretch: IL 110 — 56.7 mi, about 1h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Arlington Heights, IL and Macomb, IL.

1

Start on East Euclid Avenue

48 ft · 5 sec · East Euclid Avenue
2

Turn right onto North Arlington Heights Road

3.1 mi · 6 min · North Arlington Heights Road
3

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 54 sec
Toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford
4

Merge onto I 90

53 mi · 56 min · Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I-39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington
6

Merge onto I 39; US 51

0.5 mi · 30 sec · I 39; US 51
7

Continue on I 39; US 20; US 51

2.1 mi · 2 min · I 39; US 20; US 51
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 39; US 51

22 mi · 24 min · I 39; US 51
9

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 50 sec
Exit 97B Toward I 88 West Toll: Moline, Rock Island
10

Merge onto I 88; IL 110

34 mi · 36 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
11

Continue on I 88; IL 110

1.1 mi · 1 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
12

Continue on I 88; IL 110

38 mi · 40 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Exit 41
13

Continue on I 88; IL 92; IL 110

5.4 mi · 5 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
14

Take the exit onto IL 110

7.1 mi · 8 min · IL 110
Toward I 80: Peoria
15

Keep slight left at fork onto IL 110

31 mi · 33 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
16

Take the exit onto IL 110

50 mi · 59 min · IL 110
Exit 46A Toward US 34 West: Monmouth
17

Continue on US 67

1.2 mi · 1 min · East 1200th Street
18

Continue on US 67

1.8 mi · 3 min · North Lafayette Street
19

Arrive at destination

North Lafayette Street

Trip Plan

For this one-day drive of just under 5 hours, you have the flexibility to leave when it suits you, but an early start can help you maximize your time at your destination. With only one suggested stop, plan for a break around the halfway point or when you feel ready, keeping the longest stretch of 56.7 miles in mind. The estimated fuel cost of $39 is a good benchmark, but it's wise to confirm your fuel levels before departing Arlington Heights. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Macomb, as services might be more spaced out in certain sections.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 125.7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.7 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 125.7 miles or 2h 19m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Macomb, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Arlington Heights, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Arlington Heights, IL

This is one driving day of about 251.5 miles and 4h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arlington Heights, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on IL 110 for about 56.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 125.7 mi from Arlington Heights, IL · 2h 19m into the drive

Downtown Peoria, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Peoria, IL

126 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Rockford, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rockford, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 125.7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Macomb, IL

The final approach into Macomb, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Macomb, IL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$39.32 one way

$78.64 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $43.17 $86.34
premium $4.89 $48.40 $96.80
diesel $5.61 $55.53 $111.06

Estimated Tolls: $5.71

Jane Addams Memorial Tollway (52.5 mi) $3.68
Reagan Memorial Tollway (33.8 mi) $2.03

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$39

Tolls

$6

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 88 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 75.5 0 $26.41 $12.07
Efficient EV 62.9 0 $22.01 $10.06
EV Truck/SUV 100.6 1 $35.21 $16.10

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 4 hours ago

Origin

Arlington Heights, IL

Evening in Arlington Heights on Tuesday

Local time

5:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

82°F

Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 15 mph 33% chance Live forecast

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 14 at 12:19PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 14 at 11:55AM CDT until April 20 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Destination

Macomb, IL

Evening in Macomb on Tuesday

Local time

5:44 PM

CDT

Current temp

84°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 15 to 20 mph 29% chance Live forecast

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 14 at 12:19PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 14 at 11:55AM CDT until April 20 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

55°F

Peoria, IL

126 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 42m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Macomb, IL covers 251.5 miles and takes about 4h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 110, Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 125.7 miles from Arlington Heights, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $39.32 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 251.5 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Arlington Heights Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 56.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Arlington Heights, IL to Macomb, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.

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