Origin
Machesney Park, IL
Morning in Machesney Park on Saturday
Local time
6:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Machesney Park, IL to Rockford, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
12m
Distance
7.1 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
★
6 AM
0h 12m
8 AM
0h 14m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 14m
8 PM
0h 11m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Machesney Park, IL
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Rockford, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Machesney Park to Rockford, you are looking at a quick 7.1-mile trip that typically takes about 12 minutes to complete. This drive serves as a straightforward local connection within the Midwest, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You won't need to worry about heavy travel expenses here, as the fuel cost is estimated at just $1. Because the entire journey is local, you can easily handle this commute in one sitting without needing any overnight stops. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that is perfect for those needing to move between these two Illinois communities efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 12m. Total distance: 7.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily via North 2nd Street, Roosevelt Road, and East Jefferson Street to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 6-mile segment along North 2nd Street. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, you should remain focused on frequent turns and varying road conditions throughout the 12-minute duration. It is a functional path that prioritizes direct access over scenic highway cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 2nd Street is the longest continuous segment at about 6 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
743 ft
715 ft
Total Climb
34 ft
Total Descent
58 ft
Highest Point
743 ft
~6.6 mi in
Elevation Range
28 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near IL 251 / North 2nd Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 12m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (IL 251 / North 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (US 20 Business / East Jefferson Street): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (North Wyman Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
IL 251 / North 2nd Street
Turn left onto IL 251 / North 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
6.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 20 Business / East Jefferson Street
Turn right onto US 20 Business / East Jefferson Street
Navigation decision point
4
7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
North Wyman Street
Turn left onto North Wyman Street
Navigation decision point
4
7.1 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
West State Street
Turn right onto West State Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 2nd Street | 6 mi | 9m |
| Roosevelt Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Jefferson Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Wyman Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West State Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North 2nd Street
— 6 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Machesney Park, IL and Rockford, IL.
1
Start on Roosevelt Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Roosevelt Road
2
Turn left onto IL 251
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
North 2nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Turn right onto US 20 Business
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Jefferson Street
4
Turn left onto North Wyman Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Wyman Street
5
Turn right onto West State Street
75 ft
·
2 sec
·
West State Street
6
Arrive at destination
West State Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.11 one way
$2.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.22 | $2.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.37 | $2.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.57 | $3.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.75 | $0.34 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.62 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Rockford, IL
Morning in Rockford on Saturday
Local time
6:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
12m 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 Machesney Park, IL to Rockford, IL covers 7.1 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 2nd Street, Roosevelt Road, East Jefferson Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.6 miles from Machesney Park, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.11 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 12m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (IL 251 / North 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (US 20 Business / East Jefferson Street): Navigation decision point; at 7 miles (North Wyman Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Machesney Park, IL to Rockford, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 715 ft to 743 ft elevation with about 34 ft of total climbing.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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