Origin
Rockford, IL
Afternoon in Rockford on Monday
Local time
2:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rockford, IL to Orland Park, IL
Drive Time
2h 3m
Distance
94.5 mi
152 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 21m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 20m
8 PM
1h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orland Park, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rockford, IL to Orland Park, IL covers 94.5 miles and takes about 2h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, I 290, La Grange Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 49.5 miles on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.35 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
47.2 miles from Rockford, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 3m drive with frequent turns across 94.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 49.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 58.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 94.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 58.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.1 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
58.4 mi into trip
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~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 68A-B
Toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs
9
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 68A
Toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West S...
7
65.1 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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I 290
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290 toward I 290 East: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 290 East: Chicago
8
74.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
8
84.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward US 12 South, US 20 South, US 45 South: La Grange Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 279A
Toward US 12 South, US 20 South, US 45 South: L...
Towns Along This Route
Between Rockford, IL and Orland Park, IL, road signs point toward Suburbs, Indiana and St. Louis.
Suburbs
58.4 mi in
|
~1h 9m
Indiana
74.4 mi in
|
~1h 31m
St. Louis
82.1 mi in
|
~1h 42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | 49.5 mi | 53m |
| I 290 | 14.9 mi | 19m |
| La Grange Road | 9.3 mi | 15m |
| Tri-State Tollway | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| West State Street | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Charles Street | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Alpine Road | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
— 49.5 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockford, IL and Orland Park, IL.
1
Start on West State Street
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
West State Street
2
Turn right onto South Alpine Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Alpine Road
3
Continue on South Alpine Road
359 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Alpine Road
4
Turn right
87 ft
·
3 sec
5
Turn right onto Charles Street
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Charles Street
6
Turn right onto South Mall Drive
388 ft
·
19 sec
·
South Mall Drive
7
Turn left onto Harrison Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrison Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
9
Merge onto I 39; US 51
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
I 39; US 51
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 East: Chicago
11
Merge onto I 90
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
30 mi
·
31 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 68A-B
Toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 68A
Toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
this road
Exit 68A
Toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs
16
Merge onto I 290; IL 53
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
I 290; IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
I 290
Toward I 290 East: Chicago
Use the slight right lane.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Continue on I 294
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Tri-State Tollway
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
21
Merge onto I 294
137 ft
·
1 sec
·
Tri-State Tollway
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I 294
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 23
Toward I 55: Chicago, St. Louis
25
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 55 North: Chicago, Joliet Road
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
27
Merge onto I 55
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 279A
Toward US 12 South, US 20 South, US 45 South: La Grange Road
Use the right lane.
29
Merge onto US 12; US 20; US 45
9.3 mi
·
15 min
·
La Grange Road
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
30
Arrive at destination
US 45
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 47.2 miles from Rockford, IL, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.5 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.2 miles or 58m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Orland Park, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rockford, 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 Rockford, IL
This is one driving day of about 94.5 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rockford, 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 Jane Addams Memorial Tollway for about 49.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.2 mi from Rockford, IL · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 47.2 miles from Rockford, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Orland Park, IL
The final approach into Orland Park, 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 Orland Park, 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
$14.35 one way
$28.71 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.82 | $31.65 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.84 | $35.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.99 | $41.99 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.90
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(49.5 mi)
$3.46
Tri-state Tollway
(7.5 mi)
$0.44
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.92 | $4.54 |
| Efficient EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.27 | $3.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.23 | $6.05 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Orland Park, IL
Afternoon in Orland Park on Monday
Local time
2:25 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
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 3m 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 Rockford, IL to Orland Park, IL covers 94.5 miles and takes about 2h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, I 290, La Grange Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.2 miles from Rockford, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.35 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 demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 94.5 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 58.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 58.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.1 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Rockford, IL and Orland Park, IL, road signs point toward Suburbs, Indiana and St. Louis.
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