Origin
Preston Heights, IL
Evening in Preston Heights on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Preston Heights, IL to Markham, IL
Drive Time
32m
Distance
24.1 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Markham, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
The drive from Preston Heights, IL to Markham, IL covers 24.1 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 80, South Chicago Street, Kedzie Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.5 miles on I 80. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.66 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
12 miles from Preston Heights, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 32m highway drive covering 24.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 80 and South Chicago Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 21.5 miles on I 80.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and South Chicago Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Zurich Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 32m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Zurich Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IL 53 / South Chicago Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Zurich Road
Turn right onto Zurich Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 53 / South Chicago Street
Turn left onto IL 53 / South Chicago Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
23.1 mi into trip
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~29m in
Take the exit toward Kedzie Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 154
Toward Kedzie Avenue
5
23.3 mi into trip
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~30m in
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Kedzie Avenue
Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 21.5 mi | 26m |
| South Chicago Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Kedzie Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Zurich Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Haviland Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 163rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 21.5 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Preston Heights, IL and Markham, IL.
1
Start on Haviland Drive
200 ft
·
10 sec
·
Haviland Drive
2
Turn right onto Zurich Road
270 ft
·
7 sec
·
Zurich Road
3
Turn left onto IL 53
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Chicago Street
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 80 East: Gary Indiana
5
Merge onto I 80
21 mi
·
26 min
·
I 80
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 154
Toward Kedzie Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Kedzie Avenue
Use the none lane.
8
Turn left onto 163rd Street
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
163rd Street
9
Arrive at destination
163rd Street
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 12 miles from Preston Heights, IL, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.5 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 24.1 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Markham, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Preston Heights, 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 Preston Heights, IL
This is one driving day of about 24.1 miles and 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Preston Heights, 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 I 80 for about 21.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12 mi from Preston Heights, IL · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12 miles from Preston Heights, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Markham, IL
The final approach into Markham, 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 Markham, 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
$3.66 one way
$7.32 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.04 | $8.07 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.55 | $9.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.35 | $10.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Markham, IL
Evening in Markham on Sunday
Local time
6:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
2 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
32m 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 Preston Heights, IL to Markham, IL covers 24.1 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, South Chicago Street, Kedzie Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12 miles from Preston Heights, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.66 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 32m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Zurich Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IL 53 / South Chicago Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Preston Heights, IL to Markham, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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