Origin
Erie, IL
Late night in Erie on Saturday
Local time
4:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Erie, IL to Markham, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
147.3 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Erie, IL
SHOX ART
Markham, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
The drive from Erie, IL to Markham, IL covers 147.3 miles and takes about 2h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 8th Avenue, Albany Street, Albany Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
73.7 miles from Erie, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 147.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 19m drive with frequent turns across 147.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
8th Avenue 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 Erie, IL to Markham, IL is easy. At 2h 19m 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 Erie, IL to Markham, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 8th Avenue | — | — |
| Albany Street | — | — |
| Albany Road | — | — |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway | — | — |
| I 294 South | — | — |
| Tri-State Tollway | — | — |
| Mile-Long Bridge | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
8th Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Erie, IL and Markham, IL.
1
Start on Main Street
13 ft
·
2 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto 8th Avenue
177 ft
·
8 sec
·
8th Avenue
3
Turn right onto Albany Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Albany Street
4
Continue on Albany Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Albany Road
5
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
6
Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
25 mi
·
26 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
7
Continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
91 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
8
Keep slight right to continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 294 South, IL 38: Indiana
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 294 South, IL 38: Indiana
10
Keep slight left
1.0 mi
·
2 min
11
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
12
Keep slight right to continue on Tri-State Tollway
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
13
Continue on Mile-Long Bridge
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Mile-Long Bridge
14
Continue on Tri-State Tollway
14 mi
·
17 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
15
Take the exit slight right toward US 6: 159th Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
US 6: 159th Street
16
Keep slight right to continue on US 6 West: 159th Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
US 6 West: 159th Street
17
Turn straight onto West 159th Street
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
West 159th Street
18
Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Kedzie Avenue
19
Turn right onto 163rd Street
66 ft
·
3 sec
·
163rd Street
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 73.7 miles from Erie, IL, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
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 32 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.7 miles or 1h 9m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Markham, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Erie, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Erie, IL
This is one driving day of about 147.3 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Erie, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.7 mi from Erie, IL · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.7 miles from Erie, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Markham, 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
$23.03 one way
$46.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.28 | $50.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.35 | $56.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.52 | $65.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.47 | $7.07 |
| Efficient EV | 36.8 | 0 | $12.89 | $5.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.9 | 0 | $20.62 | $9.43 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Late night in Markham on Saturday
Local time
4:01 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Aurora, IL
74 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
18 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
2h 19m 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 Erie, IL to Markham, IL covers 147.3 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 8th Avenue, Albany Street, Albany Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.7 miles from Erie, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.03 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 Erie, IL to Markham, IL is easy. At 2h 19m 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 Erie, IL to Markham, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Erie, IL to Markham, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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