Trip from Lockport, IL to La Grange, IL

Drive Time

4h 47m

Distance

222.3 mi

358 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 41 min

4 AM

4h 34m ★

6 AM

4h 48m

8 AM

5h 15m

10 AM

4h 57m

12 PM

4h 54m

3 PM

4h 58m

5 PM

5h 13m

8 PM

4h 39m

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

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Lockport, IL

Stéphane Tendon

La Grange, IL

Pascale AEN

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Lockport to La Grange, expect a 222.3-mile journey that takes approximately 4 hours and 47 minutes. This route is designed as a single-day trip, making it an efficient way to travel across the Illinois landscape. You will primarily navigate via I-55, US-24, and I-74, which keeps the flow steady and predictable. Budgeting about $34 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the drive. Because the entire route remains within the Midwest, you can anticipate consistent road conditions throughout your travel. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this highway-focused path provides a straightforward, no-nonsense connection between your 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

111.1 miles from Lockport, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 8m into the drive .

Drive Character

This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 88% of your time spent on major transit arteries. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 86.6 miles on I-55. The road maintains a fast, consistent pace, shifting between interstate travel and sections of US-24. Expect a utilitarian experience where the focus is firmly on making good time rather than winding, technical maneuvers. As you progress, the transition between these major roads feels seamless, allowing you to maintain momentum across the Illinois plains.

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

There are about 24 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 86.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and US 24. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 171 / South State Street.

Route Complexity 6/10

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

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 222.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 (IL 171 / South State Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | IL 171 / South State Street

Turn right onto IL 171 / South State Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

5.6 mi into trip | ~13m in | I 80

Merge onto I 80

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

Use the none lane.

12.6 mi into trip | ~21m in

Take the exit toward I 55 South: Saint Louis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 126A Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis

99.6 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in

Take the exit toward I 74 West: Peoria

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 74 West: Peoria

127.6 mi into trip | ~2h 26m in | I 474

Keep slight left at fork onto I 474 toward I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 99 Toward I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Lockport, IL to La Grange, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.

Rock Island

127.6 mi in | ~2h 26m | via I 474

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 55	86.6 mi	1h 33m
US 24	48 mi	1h 6m
I 74	27.4 mi	29m
United States Highway 24	16.9 mi	25m
I 474	7.9 mi	8m
West Clinton Street	7.6 mi	11m
I 80	7 mi	8m
Lagrange Lock Road	5.8 mi	14m

Longest stretch: I 55 — 86.6 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lockport, IL and La Grange, IL.

Start on IL 7

110 ft · 6 sec · West 9th Street

Turn right onto IL 171

2.7 mi · 5 min · South State Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on IL 171

2.0 mi · 4 min · Collins Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 6; US 30

404 ft · 18 sec · East Jefferson Street

Turn left onto Richards Street

0.7 mi · 1 min · Richards Street

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island

Merge onto I 80

7.0 mi · 8 min · I 80

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec

Exit 126A Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis

Merge onto I 55

87 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 55

Use the none / right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 74 West: Peoria Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 74

27 mi · 29 min · I 74

Keep slight left at fork onto I 474

7.9 mi · 8 min · I 474

Exit 99 Toward I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island

Take the exit onto US 24

20 mi · 24 min · US 24

Exit 6A Toward US 24 West: Bartonville

Turn left

126 ft · 4 sec

Continue on US 24

0.2 mi · 17 sec · West Valley View Drive

Continue on US 24

17 mi · 25 min · United States Highway 24

Turn left onto US 24; IL 100

4.6 mi · 6 min · South Main Street

Continue on US 24; US 136; IL 100

28 mi · 42 min · US 24; US 136; IL 100

Turn right onto US 24

7.6 mi · 11 min · West Clinton Street

Turn left onto IL 103

2.1 mi · 3 min · IL 103

Turn right onto Lagrange Lock Road

5.8 mi · 14 min · Lagrange Lock Road

Continue on County Road 1965 East

1.3 mi · 3 min · County Road 1965 East

Continue on County Road 12

0.4 mi · 55 sec · County Road 12

Arrive at destination

County Road 12

Trip Plan

To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one stop to break up the nearly five-hour duration. Since you are spending most of your time on high-speed interstates, check your tire pressure and fuel levels before departing Lockport to ensure a trouble-free run. Aiming for an early morning departure can help you navigate the highway segments before peak traffic hours intensify. Given the $34 fuel estimate, keeping a steady speed will help you stay within your budget as you manage the long stretches on I-55. Your greatest advantage is the flexibility of a one-day timeline, so feel free to pace yourself according to your personal comfort behind the wheel.

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 111.1 miles from Lockport, IL, or about 2h 8m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.6 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 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 111.1 miles or 2h 8m 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 40m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Lockport, 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 Lockport, IL

This is one driving day of about 222.3 miles and 4h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lockport, 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 86.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 111.1 mi from Lockport, IL · 2h 8m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Peoria, IL

111 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

Normal, IL

Fuel and coffee

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

Normal, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 111.1 miles from Lockport, 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 86.6 miles.

Arriving in La Grange, IL

The final approach into La Grange, 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 La Grange, 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

$33.77 one way

$67.53 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 78 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$37.22	$74.44
premium	$4.80	$41.97	$83.93
diesel	$5.64	$49.39	$98.77

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 77.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	66.7	0	$23.34	$10.67
Efficient EV	55.6	0	$19.45	$8.89
EV Truck/SUV	88.9	1	$31.12	$14.23

Gas CO2

78 kg

EV CO2

26 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 3 days ago

Origin

Lockport, IL

Afternoon in Lockport on Sunday

Local time

3:27 PM

CDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

La Grange, IL

Afternoon in La Grange on Sunday

Local time

3:27 PM

CDT

Current temp

50°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

55°F

Peoria, IL

111 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

3 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 47m 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 Lockport, IL to La Grange, IL covers 222.3 miles and takes about 4h 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 55, US 24, I 74. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 111.1 miles from Lockport, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.77 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.

On the drive from Lockport, IL to La Grange, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.

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Trip from Lockport, IL to La Grange, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in La Grange, IL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Lockport, IL

La Grange, IL

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 47m on the road

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