Origin
Lockport, IL
Morning in Lockport on Wednesday
Local time
7:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lockport, IL to Orland Park, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
24m
Distance
13 mi
21 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
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6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lockport, IL
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Orland Park, IL
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Trip Overview
This short, 13-mile drive from Lockport to Orland Park, Illinois, will take you about 24 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward local journey, perfect for a single day trip within the Midwest region. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $2, this route is very budget-friendly. You'll be navigating primarily on West 159th Street, South La Grange Road, and West 9th Street, with no highway driving involved. Given its brevity, this trip requires no overnight stays and offers a quick connection between two Illinois communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
6.5 miles from Lockport, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 13-mile stretch. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on surface streets for the entire journey. The longest uninterrupted section you'll encounter is 9 miles along West 159th Street. This route is characterized by frequent intersections and local traffic, so be prepared for a more engaged driving experience rather than a monotonous highway cruise. The roads will feel like typical suburban arteries, connecting neighborhoods and commercial areas.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 5 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 159th Street is the longest continuous segment at about 9 miles.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Lockport, IL to Orland Park, IL is easy. At 24m 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 Lockport, IL to Orland Park, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 159th Street | 9 mi | 15m |
| South La Grange Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| West 9th Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
West 159th Street
— 9 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockport, IL and Orland Park, IL.
1
Start on IL 7
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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West 9th Street
2
Continue on IL 7
9.0 mi
·
15 min
·
West 159th Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto US 45
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South La Grange Road
4
Continue on US 45
198 ft
·
21 sec
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South La Grange Road
Use the left lane.
5
Arrive at destination
US 45
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 24-minute drive covering just 13 miles, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. There's no need to rush or plan for long stops. The estimated fuel cost is a very low $2, so you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. Keep an eye out for the many turns involved in this 'turn-heavy' route, especially as you transition between West 159th Street, South La Grange Road, and West 9th Street. A good tip for this drive is to familiarize yourself with the specific turns beforehand using a GPS, as navigating multiple local roads can be more complex than a direct highway route.
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 6.5 miles from Lockport, IL, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9 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 13 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.5 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orland Park, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lockport, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 13 miles and 24m.
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.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on West 159th Street for about 9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.5 mi from Lockport, IL · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.5 miles from Lockport, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Orland Park, IL
The final approach into Orland Park, 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 Orland Park, 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
$2.03 one way
$4.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.23 | $4.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.50 | $5.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.87 | $5.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.62 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.14 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Orland Park, IL
Morning in Orland Park on Wednesday
Local time
7:06 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
24m 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 Lockport, IL to Orland Park, IL covers 13 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 159th Street, South La Grange Road, West 9th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.5 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 $2.03 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 Lockport, IL to Orland Park, IL is easy. At 24m 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 Lockport, IL to Orland Park, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lockport, IL to Orland Park, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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