Origin
Markham, IL
Evening in Markham on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Markham, IL to Pana, IL
Drive Time
3h 41m
Distance
198 mi
319 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 29m
★
6 AM
3h 42m
8 AM
4h 7m
10 AM
3h 51m
12 PM
3h 48m
3 PM
3h 52m
5 PM
4h 6m
8 PM
3h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Markham, IL
Mike Tyurin
Pana, IL
Pho Tomass
Trip Overview
The drive from Markham, IL to Pana, IL covers 198 miles and takes about 3h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, I 72, US 51 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 109.4 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.07 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
99 miles from Markham, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 3h 41m highway drive covering 198 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and I 72. The longest continuous stretch is about 109.4 miles on I 57.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 109.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
768 ft
620 ft
Total Climb
335 ft
Total Descent
333 ft
Highest Point
768 ft
~82.5 mi in
Elevation Range
148 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 72. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 198 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: at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 113 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward I 57 South: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 151A
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
113 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward I 72 West: Decatur
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 235B
Toward I 72 West: Decatur
6
161.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 56m in
|
US 51
Take the exit onto US 51 toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 133
Toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
5
161.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m in
|
US 51
Keep slight left at fork onto US 51 toward US 51 South: Pana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 51 South: Pana
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 109.4 mi | 1h 58m |
| I 72 | 47.6 mi | 51m |
| US 51 | 34.9 mi | 40m |
| I 80 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| North 2600 East Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Kedzie Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Jackson Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 1st Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 109.4 mi, about 1h 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Markham, IL and Pana, IL.
1
Start on 163rd Street
64 ft
·
6 sec
·
163rd Street
2
Turn right onto Kedzie Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Kedzie Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 West
4
Merge onto I 80
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 80
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 151A
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 57
109 mi
·
1 hr 58 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 235B
Toward I 72 West: Decatur
8
Merge onto I 72
48 mi
·
51 min
·
I 72
9
Take the exit onto US 51
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 51
Exit 133
Toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 51
34 mi
·
39 min
·
US 51
Toward US 51 South: Pana
11
Turn right onto US 51; IL 16
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North 2600 East Road
12
Continue on US 51; IL 16
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson Street
13
Turn left onto US 51; IL 16
467 ft
·
8 sec
·
Cedar Street
14
Turn right onto US 51; IL 16
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1st Street
15
Turn left onto US 51; IL 16
463 ft
·
13 sec
·
South Poplar Street
16
Turn left onto East 2nd Street
84 ft
·
3 sec
·
East 2nd Street
17
Arrive at destination
East 2nd Street
Trip Plan
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 99 miles from Markham, IL, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.4 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pana, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Markham, 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 Markham, IL
This is one driving day of about 198 miles and 3h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Markham, 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 57 for about 109.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99 mi from Markham, IL · 1h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99 miles from Markham, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.4 miles.
Arriving in Pana, IL
The final approach into Pana, 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 Pana, 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
$30.07 one way
$60.15 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
69 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $33.15 | $66.31 |
| premium | $4.80 | $37.38 | $74.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $43.99 | $87.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.4 | 0 | $20.79 | $9.50 |
| Efficient EV | 49.5 | 0 | $17.33 | $7.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.2 | 0 | $27.72 | $12.67 |
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 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
Pana, IL
Evening in Pana on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
1 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
3h 41m 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 Markham, IL to Pana, IL covers 198 miles and takes about 3h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, I 72, US 51. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 99 miles from Markham, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.07 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 198 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 113 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Markham, IL to Pana, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 620 ft to 768 ft elevation with about 335 ft of total climbing.
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