If you are looking for a straightforward transit across the Illinois Midwest, the 92.6-mile drive from Depue to Markham is a highly efficient choice. Expect to spend approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of about $14, it is an economical route that avoids the need for an overnight stay. Since the journey remains entirely within the state of Illinois, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. You can easily complete this trip in one go, providing you with maximum flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.3 miles from Depue, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 57m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 50m. Total distance: 92.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This trip is defined by a heavy emphasis on highway travel, with 91% of your journey spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the vast majority of your time—roughly 84 miles—on I-80, which serves as the primary artery for the commute. While the route begins with shorter segments on County Road 1300 North and County Road 3300 E, these quickly give way to the efficiency of the interstate system. Expect a focused, consistent drive that prioritizes speed over winding local scenery. The personality of this route is purely utilitarian, offering a predictable experience as you transition toward the suburban environment of Markham.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 84 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
699 ft467 ft
Total Climb
433 ft
Total Descent
280 ft
Highest Point
699 ft
~86 mi in
Elevation Range
233 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and County Road 1300 North. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near Marquette Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 50m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Marquette Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (IL 29 / County Road 1300 North): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 6; IL 89 / County Road 3300 E): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.8 mi into trip|~2m in|Marquette Street
At end of road, turn right onto Marquette Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.6 mi into trip|~3m in|IL 29 / County Road 1300 North
At end of road, turn right onto IL 29 / County Road 1300 North
Navigation decision point
5
5.2 mi into trip|~10m in|US 6; IL 89 / County Road 3300 E
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; IL 89 / County Road 3300 E
Navigation decision point
5
7.6 mi into trip|~14m in|I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
91.6 mi into trip|~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward Kedzie Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 154
Toward Kedzie Avenue
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 80
84 mi
1h 34m
County Road 1300 North
3.6 mi
6m
County Road 3300 E
2.1 mi
3m
Marquette Street
1 mi
2m
Kedzie Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
Lincoln Avenue
0.4 mi
1m
Broadway Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Depot Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 84 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Depue, IL and Markham, IL.
1
Start on West 4th Street
131 ft·8 sec·West 4th Street
2
Turn left onto Depot Street
345 ft·11 sec·Depot Street
3
Turn right onto Marquette Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Marquette Street
4
Continue on Broadway Street
486 ft·15 sec·Broadway Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto Marquette Street
0.3 mi·48 sec·Marquette Street
6
Keep slight left at fork onto Lincoln Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·Lincoln Avenue
7
At end of road, turn right onto IL 29
3.6 mi·6 min·County Road 1300 North
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 6; IL 89
2.1 mi·3 min·County Road 3300 E
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
10
Merge onto I 80
84 mi·1 hr 34 min·I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 154Toward Kedzie AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Kedzie Avenue
13
Turn left onto 163rd Street
64 ft·2 sec·163rd Street
14
Arrive at destination
163rd Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip with no mandatory stops, you have the advantage of planning your departure around your own comfort rather than a strict itinerary. Try to time your drive to avoid peak traffic hours on I-80, as the heavy highway reliance means congestion could impact your 1 hour and 50 minute estimate. Since you will be spending nearly the entire drive on the interstate, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the main highway stretch. Keep in mind that with 84 miles of uninterrupted interstate driving, you should plan for your own rest breaks if you prefer to stretch your legs. Monitoring traffic reports for the I-80 corridor is the best way to ensure your trip remains as quick as the data suggests.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.3 miles from Depue, IL, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84 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 20 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Markham, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Depue, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Depue, IL
This is one driving day of about 92.6 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Depue, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 84 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 46.3 miles from Depue, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84 miles.
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 92.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.48 one way
$28.95 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.90
$31.79
premium
$4.89
$17.82
$35.64
diesel
$5.61
$20.44
$40.89
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.8
0
$9.72
$4.44
Efficient EV
23.2
0
$8.10
$3.70
EV Truck/SUV
37
0
$12.96
$5.93
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Depue, IL
Afternoon
in Depue on Thursday
Local time
12:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Markham, IL
Afternoon
in Markham on Thursday
Local time
12:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 15 mph9% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
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
10 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
1h 50m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Depue, IL to Markham, IL covers 92.6 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, County Road 1300 North, County Road 3300 E. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.3 miles from Depue, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.48 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 50m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (Marquette Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles (IL 29 / County Road 1300 North): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (US 6; IL 89 / County Road 3300 E): Navigation decision point.
The route from Depue, IL to Markham, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 467 ft to 699 ft elevation with about 433 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
