Trip from Ramsey, IL to Markham, IL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

4h 3m

Distance

216 mi

348 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 51m ★

6 AM

4h 4m

8 AM

4h 30m

10 AM

4h 13m

12 PM

4h 10m

3 PM

4h 14m

5 PM

4h 29m

8 PM

3h 56m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Ramsey, IL

Wolrider YURTSEVEN

Markham, IL

Armando Ascorve

Trip Overview

This 217.1-mile journey from Ramsey, IL to Markham, IL is designed for a single day of driving, with an estimated travel time of 3 hours and 28 minutes. You'll navigate primarily local roads, including West Main Street, South Superior Street, and County Road 2400 East, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $33, making it an economical option. Given its relatively short duration and local road focus, this route offers a relaxed pace for exploring the Midwest. It's a straightforward drive, ideal if you prefer a less hurried experience over high-speed travel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

108 miles from Ramsey, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 4m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 216 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 217.1-mile trip, as it features a 0% highway share. You'll be following local roads like West Main Street and South Superior Street, which means you should be prepared for frequent turns and potentially slower speeds compared to highway travel. While there isn't a specified longest uninterrupted stretch, the nature of local roads suggests you'll encounter them regularly. This route will likely feel like a steady progression through Illinois communities rather than a fast-paced transit.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 20 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 109.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 51. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Main Street.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 216 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 102.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 102.6 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Main Street

Turn left onto West Main Street

Navigation decision point

102.3 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in

Take the exit toward I 57 North: Chicago

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 182B Toward I 57 North: Chicago

102.6 mi into trip | ~1h 59m in | I 57

Merge onto I 57

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

212.2 mi into trip | ~3h 57m in

Take the exit toward I 80 East: Indiana

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 345A Toward I 80 East: Indiana

215 mi into trip | ~4h 1m 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

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 57	109.6 mi	1h 58m
US 51	46.1 mi	51m
I 72	36.6 mi	39m
South Superior Street	14.6 mi	16m
I 80	2.2 mi	3m
County Road 2400 East	2 mi	2m
North 2600 East Road	1 mi	1m
Kedzie Avenue	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 57 — 109.6 mi, about 1h 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ramsey, IL and Markham, IL.

Start on East Front Street

107 ft · 13 sec · East Front Street

Turn left onto West Main Street

195 ft · 14 sec · West Main Street

Turn left onto US 51

15 mi · 16 min · South Superior Street

Continue on US 51

2.0 mi · 2 min · County Road 2400 East

Continue on US 51

0.6 mi · 2 min · Fair Avenue

Continue on US 51

0.4 mi · 31 sec · South Poplar Street

Turn right onto US 51; IL 16

0.4 mi · 1 min · East 1st Street

Turn left onto US 51; IL 16

382 ft · 5 sec · Cedar Street

Turn right onto US 51; IL 16

0.5 mi · 1 min · Jackson Street

Continue on US 51; IL 16

1.0 mi · 1 min · North 2600 East Road

Turn left onto US 51

46 mi · 51 min · US 51

Continue on I 72

37 mi · 39 min · I 72

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Exit 182B Toward I 57 North: Chicago

Merge onto I 57

110 mi · 1 hr 58 min · I 57

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 50 sec

Exit 345A Toward I 80 East: Indiana Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 80

2.2 mi · 3 min · I 80

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec

Exit 154 Toward Kedzie Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Kedzie Avenue

Turn left onto 163rd Street

64 ft · 2 sec · 163rd Street

Arrive at destination

163rd Street

Trip Plan

With a total duration of 3 hours and 28 minutes, this 217.1-mile drive is easily accomplished in one day. Consider starting your journey in the morning to allow for flexibility and potential unscheduled stops. While the route has only one designated stop, you'll find plenty of opportunities to pull over on local roads if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, with an estimated cost of $33; it's wise to fill up before leaving Ramsey, IL, as local road travel can sometimes be less predictable for fuel availability. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means paying close attention to your navigation, especially on County Road 2400 East.

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 108 miles from Ramsey, IL, or about 2h 4m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.6 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 48 miles or 58m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 108 miles or 2h 4m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Markham, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Ramsey, 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 Ramsey, IL

This is one driving day of about 216 miles and 4h 3m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Ramsey, 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 109.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 108 mi from Ramsey, IL · 2h 4m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rantoul, IL

108 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

Decatur, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 48 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Champaign, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 108 miles from Ramsey, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.6 miles.

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.

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

$33.77 one way

$67.54 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 76 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$37.08	$74.15
premium	$4.89	$41.57	$83.13
diesel	$5.61	$47.69	$95.38

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 75.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	64.8	0	$22.68	$10.37
Efficient EV	54	0	$18.90	$8.64
EV Truck/SUV	86.4	1	$30.24	$13.82

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

25 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 15, 2026

Origin

Ramsey, IL

Afternoon in Ramsey on Thursday

Local time

2:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Markham, IL

Afternoon in Markham on Thursday

Local time

2:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

69°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

16 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

4h 3m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Ramsey, IL to Markham, IL covers 216 miles and takes about 4h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 57, US 51, I 72. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 108 miles from Ramsey, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.77 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

The route from Ramsey, IL to Markham, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Ramsey, IL to Markham, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Markham, IL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Ramsey, IL

Markham, IL

Same local time

16 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 3m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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