Origin
Rockford, IL
Afternoon in Rockford on Thursday
Local time
12:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rockford, IL to Chatsworth, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 8m
Distance
153.5 mi
247 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 57m
★
6 AM
3h 9m
8 AM
3h 32m
10 AM
3h 17m
12 PM
3h 15m
3 PM
3h 18m
5 PM
3h 31m
8 PM
3h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockford, IL
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Chatsworth, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
The drive from Rockford, IL to Chatsworth, IL covers 153.5 miles and takes about 3h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Church Street, Cedar Street, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.00 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
76.8 miles from Rockford, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 8m. Total distance: 153.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 8m drive with frequent turns across 153.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Church Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Rockford, IL to Chatsworth, IL is easy. At 3h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rockford, IL to Chatsworth, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Church Street | — | — |
| Cedar Street | — | — |
| South Main Street | — | — |
| U | — | — |
| US 24 | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| East 3100 North Road | — | — |
| West Cemetery Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Church Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockford, IL and Chatsworth, IL.
1
Start on West State Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
West State Street
2
Turn left onto South Church Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Church Street
3
Turn left onto Cedar Street
276 ft
·
5 sec
·
Cedar Street
4
Turn right onto South Main Street
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South Main Street
5
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
6
Merge slight left onto U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
7
Take the exit slight right
0.8 mi
·
1 min
8
Merge slight right
104 mi
·
1 hr 51 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 24: El Paso, Peoria
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 24: El Paso, Peoria
10
Turn right onto West Main Street
8.9 mi
·
14 min
·
West Main Street
11
Continue on East 3100 North Road
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
East 3100 North Road
12
Continue on West Cemetery Avenue
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Cemetery Avenue
13
Continue on East 3100 North Road
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
East 3100 North Road
14
Continue on East 800 North Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East 800 North Road
15
Continue on West Oak Street
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Oak Street
16
Continue on East 800 North Road
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East 800 North Road
17
Continue on East 820 North Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East 820 North Road
18
Continue on West Wabash Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Wabash Street
19
Continue on East 825 North Road
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East 825 North Road
20
Continue on East 830 North Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East 830 North Road
21
Continue on East 800 N Road
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
East 800 N Road
22
Turn left onto West Walnut Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Walnut Street
23
Turn left onto 4th Street
272 ft
·
12 sec
·
4th Street
24
Arrive at your destination
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 76.8 miles from Rockford, IL, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
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 34 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.8 miles or 1h 34m 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 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chatsworth, 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 153.5 miles and 3h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Rockford, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.8 mi from Rockford, IL · 1h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.8 miles from Rockford, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chatsworth, IL
The final approach into Chatsworth, 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 Chatsworth, 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
$24.00 one way
$48.00 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.35 | $52.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.54 | $59.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.89 | $67.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.12 | $7.37 |
| Efficient EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.43 | $6.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.49 | $9.82 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Chatsworth, IL
Afternoon in Chatsworth on Thursday
Local time
12:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Custer, IL
77 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
20 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 8m 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 Chatsworth, IL covers 153.5 miles and takes about 3h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Church Street, Cedar Street, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.8 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 $24.00 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.
The drive from Rockford, IL to Chatsworth, IL is easy. At 3h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rockford, IL to Chatsworth, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Rockford, IL to Chatsworth, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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