Origin
Rogers Park, IL
Evening in Rogers Park on Thursday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rogers Park, IL to Rockford, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 45m
Distance
81.4 mi
131 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 38m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 1m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 0m
8 PM
1h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rogers Park, IL
Willian Justen de Vasconcellos
Rockford, IL
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Trip Overview
This 81.4-mile drive from Rogers Park, IL to Rockford, IL will take you about 1 hour and 45 minutes. It's a straightforward, single-day trip with a manageable fuel cost of around $13. You'll primarily use the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, offering a direct path through the Midwest. This route is best suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The overall feel is that of a practical, local journey connecting two Illinois communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.7 miles from Rogers Park, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 81.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for much of this 81.4-mile journey, though you will experience 61.5 miles on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. With a 0% highway share, this isn't a high-speed interstate cruise. Instead, you'll navigate West Devon Avenue and East State Street, which will require more frequent adjustments. The longest uninterrupted stretch is on the tollway, offering a brief period of consistent travel before you return to more local road conditions. This route offers a varied driving experience, blending open road sections with more intricate city approaches.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 61.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Greenview Avenue.
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 81.4 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 0.1 miles (North Greenview Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Morse Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (North Western Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Greenview Avenue
Turn left onto North Greenview Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Morse Avenue
Turn right onto West Morse Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
2.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
North Western Avenue
Turn left onto North Western Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
12.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the ramp toward I 90 West Toll
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 90 West Toll
5
12.4 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Merge onto I 90 / Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Jane Addams Memorial Tollway | 61.5 mi | 1h 6m |
| West Devon Avenue | 6.5 mi | 14m |
| East State Street | 6 mi | 10m |
| West Peterson Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| North Caldwell Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Jefferson Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Clark Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Western Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
— 61.5 mi, about 1h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogers Park, IL and Rockford, IL.
1
Start on this road
317 ft
·
28 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto North Greenview Avenue
220 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Greenview Avenue
3
Turn right onto West Morse Avenue
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
West Morse Avenue
4
Turn left onto North Clark Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Clark Street
5
Turn right onto West Devon Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Devon Avenue
6
Turn left onto North Western Avenue
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
North Western Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto US 14
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
West Peterson Avenue
8
Continue on US 14
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Caldwell Avenue
9
Turn slight left onto West Devon Avenue
5.5 mi
·
12 min
·
West Devon Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 90 West Toll
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 90
62 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward US 20 Business, State Street
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
14
Turn straight onto US 20 Business
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
East State Street
15
Turn right onto US 20 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jefferson Street
16
Turn left onto North Wyman Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Wyman Street
17
Turn right onto West State Street
75 ft
·
2 sec
·
West State Street
18
Arrive at destination
West State Street
Trip Plan
Given this drive is only 81.4 miles and takes under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time. Leaving Rockford, IL, in the morning means you can easily reach Rogers Park, IL, before the midday rush. With a fuel cost of approximately $13, you won't need to worry excessively about frequent stops. The longest stretch is 61.5 miles on the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, so plan any necessary breaks before or after this segment. Be aware that the route involves several turns, so keeping your navigation active is a good idea.
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 40.7 miles from Rogers Park, IL, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 61.5 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 18 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.7 miles or 56m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockford, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Rogers Park, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Rogers Park, IL
This is one driving day of about 81.4 miles and 1h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Rogers Park, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway for about 61.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.7 mi from Rogers Park, IL · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.7 miles from Rogers Park, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Jane Addams Memorial Tollway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 61.5 miles.
Arriving in Rockford, IL
The final approach into Rockford, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.73 one way
$25.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.97 | $27.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.66 | $31.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.97 | $35.94 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.31
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(61.5 mi)
$4.31
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
$13
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.4 | 0 | $8.55 | $3.91 |
| Efficient EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.12 | $3.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.40 | $5.21 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (64% 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
Rockford, IL
Evening in Rockford on Thursday
Local time
8:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 45m 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 Rogers Park, IL to Rockford, IL covers 81.4 miles and takes about 1h 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, West Devon Avenue, East State Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.7 miles from Rogers Park, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.73 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 81.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Greenview Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Morse Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (North Western Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rogers Park, IL to Rockford, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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