Trip from Kingston, IL to Markham, IL

Drive Time

5h 13m

Distance

273.5 mi

440 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$42

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 0m ★

6 AM

5h 13m

8 AM

5h 40m

10 AM

5h 23m

12 PM

5h 20m

3 PM

5h 24m

5 PM

5h 39m

8 PM

5h 5m

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

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Markham, IL

Mike Tyurin

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Kingston to Markham, expect a straightforward journey covering 273.5 miles. You will spend approximately 5 hours and 13 minutes on the road, making this a manageable one-day trek for most drivers. By utilizing I-55, I-72, and I-80, you can navigate the Midwest corridor efficiently. With a fuel budget of about $42, the trip remains relatively affordable for a solo traveler or a small group. Since the entire route stays within Illinois, you won't need to worry about crossing state lines or adjusting for regional differences. It is a practical, highway-focused drive that serves as a direct link between these two points.

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

136.8 miles from Kingston, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 40m into the drive .

Drive Character

This journey is defined by a heavy reliance on major thoroughfares, with 96% of your time spent on highways. You will settle into a rhythmic, interstate-focused experience that prioritizes speed and efficiency over secondary roads. The most significant portion of your travel occurs on I-55, which features a long, 143.7-mile stretch that demands steady focus. Because the route is built for high-speed transit, you should expect a consistent, predictable driving environment. It is a functional, no-frills path that keeps you moving toward your destination without the complexity of technical turns or winding local detours.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 143.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 72. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 273.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 9.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 121 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 150.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

9.2 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the ramp

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

121 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in | I 55

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 55 North: Chicago

150.3 mi into trip | ~2h 55m in | I 55

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria

244.2 mi into trip | ~4h 36m in

Take the exit toward I 80 East: Indiana

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 250A Toward I 80 East: Indiana

272.5 mi into trip | ~5h 11m 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

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Kingston, IL to Markham, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.

Peoria

150.3 mi in | ~2h 55m | via I 55

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 55	143.7 mi	2h 34m
I 72	91 mi	1h 38m
I 80	27.6 mi	34m
East 2400th Street	4.1 mi	9m
Twnshp 1700E	3.2 mi	7m
North 400th Avenue	1 mi	2m
Kedzie Avenue	0.8 mi	1m
Township Road 1745E	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 55 — 143.7 mi, about 2h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kingston, IL and Markham, IL.

Start on North 408th Avenue

0.1 mi · 32 sec · North 408th Avenue

Turn left onto East 2500th Street

487 ft · 23 sec · East 2500th Street

Turn right onto North 400th Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · North 400th Avenue

Turn left onto East 2400th Street

4.1 mi · 9 min · East 2400th Street

Continue on Twnshp 1700E

3.2 mi · 7 min · Twnshp 1700E

Continue on Township Road 1745E

0.6 mi · 1 min · Township Road 1745E

Continue on County Highway 4

395 ft · 16 sec · County Highway 4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 72; US 36

91 mi · 1 hr 38 min · I 72; US 36

Continue on I 55

20 mi · 21 min · I 55

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55

29 mi · 31 min · I 55

Toward I 55 North: Chicago Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55

94 mi · 1 hr 40 min · I 55

Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 250A Toward I 80 East: Indiana Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 80

28 mi · 34 min · I 80

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Exit 154 Toward Kedzie Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Kedzie Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto 163rd Street

64 ft · 2 sec · 163rd Street

Arrive at destination

163rd Street

Trip Plan

To keep your energy high during the 5-hour drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and reset. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid mid-day congestion and ensure you arrive in Markham with plenty of time to spare. Since this is a single-day trip, your primary focus should be on maintaining a steady pace rather than rushing through the highway segments. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $42 estimate is a baseline; having a little extra set aside is always a smart move for highway travel. Use your single planned stop strategically to break up the 143.7-mile stretch on I-55, as this will help keep you alert for the duration of the trip.

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 136.8 miles from Kingston, IL, or about 2h 40m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 143.7 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 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 136.8 miles or 2h 40m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 14m

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 Kingston, 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 Kingston, IL

This is one driving day of about 273.5 miles and 5h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kingston, 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 I 55 for about 143.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 136.8 mi from Kingston, IL · 2h 40m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bloomington, IL

137 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.

Popular next leg

Bloomington, IL to Markham, IL

112.8 mi · 2h 10m

Pacing Suggestions

Decatur, IL

Fuel and coffee

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

Bloomington, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 136.8 miles from Kingston, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 143.7 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.

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

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$41.54 one way

$83.08 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 96 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$45.80	$91.59
premium	$4.80	$51.63	$103.26
diesel	$5.64	$60.76	$121.52

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$42

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$67–$92

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 95.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	82.1	1	$28.72	$13.13
Efficient EV	68.4	0	$23.93	$10.94
EV Truck/SUV	109.4	1	$38.29	$17.50

Gas CO2

96 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 3 days ago

Origin

Kingston, IL

Evening in Kingston on Sunday

Local time

5:36 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Markham, IL

Evening in Markham on Sunday

Local time

5:36 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

53°F

Bloomington, IL

137 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

5h 13m 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 Kingston, IL to Markham, IL covers 273.5 miles and takes about 5h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 55, I 72, I 80. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 136.8 miles from Kingston, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.54 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.