Origin
Round Lake Beach, IL
Morning in Round Lake Beach on Monday
Local time
9:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Round Lake Beach, IL to Rockford, IL
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
66.8 mi
107 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
26 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Round Lake Beach, IL
Ryan Latimer
Trip Overview
The drive from Round Lake Beach, IL to Rockford, IL covers 66.8 miles and takes about 1h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Kenosha Street, US 12, West Brink Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.3 miles on Kenosha Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.15 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
33.4 miles from Round Lake Beach, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 36m drive with frequent turns across 66.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Kenosha Street is the longest continuous segment at about 17.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near CR V63 / North Cedar Lake Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 36m drive. You will face about 10 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 (CR V63 / North Cedar Lake Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (IL 134 / Railroad Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.6 miles (US 12; IL 59): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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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CR V63 / North Cedar Lake Road
Turn right onto CR V63 / North Cedar Lake Road
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~2m in
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IL 134 / Railroad Avenue
Turn sharp right onto IL 134 / Railroad Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
5.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 12; IL 59
Turn right onto US 12; IL 59
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
18 mi into trip
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~25m in
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IL 173 / Kenosha Street
Turn left onto IL 173 / Kenosha Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
35.4 mi into trip
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~49m in
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US 14; IL 173 / North Division Street
Turn left onto US 14; IL 173 / North Division Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kenosha Street | 17.3 mi | 24m |
| US 12 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| West Brink Street | 12.4 mi | 17m |
| North 2nd Street | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| State Route 173 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| West Lane Road | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| West Big Hollow Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| North Cedar Lake Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Kenosha Street
— 17.3 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Round Lake Beach, IL and Rockford, IL.
1
Start on this road
142 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto CR V63
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Cedar Lake Road
3
Turn sharp right onto IL 134
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Railroad Avenue
4
Continue on IL 134
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Round Lake Road
5
Continue on IL 134
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Long Lake Road
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on IL 134
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
West Big Hollow Road
7
Turn right onto US 12; IL 59
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 12; IL 59
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 12
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 12
9
Turn left onto IL 173
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Kenosha Street
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto US 14; IL 173
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Division Street
11
Turn right onto IL 173
12 mi
·
17 min
·
West Brink Street
12
Continue on IL 173
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 173
13
Continue on IL 173
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
West Lane Road
14
Turn left onto IL 251
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
North 2nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto US 20 Business
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
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
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 33.4 miles from Round Lake Beach, IL, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.3 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 66.8 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.4 miles or 46m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockford, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Round Lake Beach, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Round Lake Beach, IL
This is one driving day of about 66.8 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Round Lake Beach, 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 Kenosha Street for about 17.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.4 mi from Round Lake Beach, IL · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Rockford, 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
$10.15 one way
$20.29 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.19 | $22.37 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.61 | $25.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.84 | $29.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
26 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Woodman's - Tesla Supercharger
Lakemoor, IL
Tesla
12 DCFC
Woodman's Food Market - Tesla Supercharger
Rockford, IL
Tesla
12 DCFC
Eleventh Street Plaza Shopping Center - Tesla Supercharger
Rockford, IL
Tesla
12 DCFC
Thorntons, E. Rollins Rd, Round Lake Beach, IL
Round Lake Beach, IL
BP_PULSE
6 DCFC
Thorntons, E Washington St, Round Lake Park, IL
Round Lake Park, IL
BP_PULSE
4 DCFC
Thorntons, US-45, Third Lake, IL
Third Lake, IL
BP_PULSE
4 DCFC
Thorntons, IL-120, McHenry, IL
McHenry, IL
BP_PULSE
4 DCFC
Spring Ridge Dr - Tesla Supercharger (BA Solutions)
Spring Grove, IL
Tesla
4 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 6
BP_PULSE: 4
Tesla: 4
UNIVERSAL: 4
RED_E: 4
IN_CHARGE: 1
Blink Network: 1
EV Connect: 1
Electrify America: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $7.01 | $3.21 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.35 | $4.28 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Morning in Rockford on Monday
Local time
9:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°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
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 36m 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 Round Lake Beach, IL to Rockford, IL covers 66.8 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Kenosha Street, US 12, West Brink Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.4 miles from Round Lake Beach, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.15 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 1h 36m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (CR V63 / North Cedar Lake Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (IL 134 / Railroad Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 5.6 miles (US 12; IL 59): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Round Lake Beach, IL to Rockford, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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