The drive from Markham, IL to Twin Grove, IL covers 122.8 miles and takes about 2h 21m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, I 80, West Market Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 90.2 miles on I 55.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.20 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.
Midpoint
61.4 miles from Markham, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 12m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 122.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 2h 21m highway drive covering 122.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and I 80. The longest continuous stretch is about 90.2 miles on I 55.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 90.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 80. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near I 80.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 29.3 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip|~2m in|I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
29 mi into trip|~36m 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
5
29.3 mi into trip|~37m in|I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
119.6 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward US 150, IL 9: Pekin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 160
Toward US 150, IL 9: Pekin
5
119.9 mi into trip|~2h 15m in
Turn slight right toward US 150 West, IL 9 West
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 150 West, IL 9 West
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
90.2 mi
1h 37m
I 80
28 mi
34m
West Market Street
1.5 mi
2m
East 1400 North Road
1 mi
1m
Kedzie Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
North 1000 East Road
0.4 mi
1m
163rd Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 90.2 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Markham, IL and Twin Grove, 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
28 mi·34 min·I 80
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 126AToward I 55 South: Saint Louis
6
Merge onto I 55
90 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 55
Use the right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
Exit 160Toward US 150, IL 9: Pekin
8
Turn slight right
202 ft·6 sec
Toward US 150 West, IL 9 WestUse the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 9
1.5 mi·2 min·West Market Street
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on IL 9
1.0 mi·1 min·East 1400 North Road
11
Turn right onto North 1000 East Road
0.4 mi·1 min·North 1000 East Road
12
Arrive at destination
North 1000 East Road
Trip Plan
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 61.4 miles from Markham, IL, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.2 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 27 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.4 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Twin Grove, 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.
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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 Markham, IL
This is one driving day of about 122.8 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Markham, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 90.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.4 mi from Markham, IL
· 1h 12m into the drive
The midpoint is around 61.4 miles from Markham, 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 90.2 miles.
Arriving in Twin Grove, IL
The final approach into Twin Grove, 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 Twin Grove, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.20 one way
$38.40 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.08
$42.16
premium
$4.89
$23.63
$47.26
diesel
$5.61
$27.11
$54.23
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.8
0
$12.89
$5.89
Efficient EV
30.7
0
$10.75
$4.91
EV Truck/SUV
49.1
0
$17.19
$7.86
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Markham, IL
Late night
in Markham on Friday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
NW 10 to 15 mph38% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 12:33PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 16 at 12:29PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Destination
Twin Grove, IL
Late night
in Twin Grove on Friday
Local time
5:28 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Gardner, IL
61 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
4 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
2h 21m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Twin Grove, IL covers 122.8 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 80, West Market Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.4 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 $19.20 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 2h 21m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 29.3 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Markham, IL to Twin Grove, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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