Origin
Chatsworth, IL
Afternoon in Chatsworth on Thursday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chatsworth, IL to Markham, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
81.8 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chatsworth, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Markham, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
The drive from Chatsworth, IL to Markham, IL covers 81.8 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Walnut Street, South 7th Street, East 800 N Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.79 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 81.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 22m drive with frequent turns across 81.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Walnut Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Chatsworth, IL to Markham, IL is easy. At 1h 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chatsworth, IL to Markham, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Walnut Street | — | — |
| South 7th Street | — | — |
| East 800 N Road | — | — |
| I-57 North | — | — |
| I 80 East | — | — |
| Kedzie Avenue | — | — |
| 163rd Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Walnut Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chatsworth, IL and Markham, IL.
1
Start on 4th Street
272 ft
·
17 sec
·
4th Street
2
Turn left onto East Walnut Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Walnut Street
3
Continue on South 7th Street
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
South 7th Street
4
Turn left onto East 800 N Road
15 mi
·
20 min
·
East 800 N Road
5
Take the ramp slight left toward I-57 North: Kankakee
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
I-57 North: Kankakee
6
Merge slight left
61 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Indiana
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
I 80 East: Indiana
8
Merge slight left
2.2 mi
·
3 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward Kedzie Avenue
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Kedzie Avenue
10
Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Kedzie Avenue
11
Turn left onto 163rd Street
66 ft
·
3 sec
·
163rd Street
12
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.9 mi from Chatsworth, IL · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.9 miles from Chatsworth, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Markham, IL
The final approach into Markham, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.79 one way
$25.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.04 | $28.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.74 | $31.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.06 | $36.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.59 | $3.93 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.7 | 0 | $11.45 | $5.24 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Markham, IL
Afternoon in Markham on Thursday
Local time
1:36 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Otto, IL
41 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 22m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chatsworth, IL to Markham, IL covers 81.8 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Walnut Street, South 7th Street, East 800 N Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.9 miles from Chatsworth, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Chatsworth, IL to Markham, IL is easy. At 1h 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chatsworth, IL to Markham, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chatsworth, IL to Markham, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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