Origin
Sycamore, IL
Afternoon in Sycamore on Friday
Local time
12:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sycamore, IL to Lockport, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
62.3 mi
100 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sycamore, IL
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Lockport, IL
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Trip Overview
This 62.3-mile drive from Sycamore, IL to Lockport, IL takes about 1 hour and 19 minutes and is a straightforward trip within the Midwest region. It's easily manageable as a single-day excursion, so no overnight stays are necessary. You can expect a fuel cost of around $10 for this journey. The route primarily utilizes the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway and Veterans Memorial Tollway, with some local road sections. It's a practical option for a quick regional hop, offering a direct connection between these two Illinois communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 62.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This drive presents a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll encounter frequent turns and navigate through local road networks for a significant portion. With a 0% highway share, you won't be on interstates for any extended period. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 36.3 miles on the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before transitioning back to more varied road conditions. Expect to navigate a mix of roadways as you make your way to Lockport.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 36.3 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 early in the drive near Somonauk Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Somonauk Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 44.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Somonauk Street
Turn left onto Somonauk Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Elm Street
Turn right onto West Elm Street
Navigation decision point
7
44.1 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward I 355 Toll South: Joliet
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 131
Toward I 355 Toll South: Joliet
7
44.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 355 South: Joliet
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 355 South: Joliet
7
59.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward IL 7: 159th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward IL 7: 159th Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway | 36.3 mi | 41m |
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 14.3 mi | 16m |
| South Peace Road | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| East 9th Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| North Peace Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| DeKalb Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West 159th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Elm Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
— 36.3 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sycamore, IL and Lockport, IL.
1
Start on IL 64
24 ft
·
8 sec
·
West State Street
2
Turn left onto Somonauk Street
416 ft
·
10 sec
·
Somonauk Street
3
Turn right onto West Elm Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
West Elm Street
4
Continue on DeKalb Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
DeKalb Avenue
5
Turn left onto South Peace Road
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South Peace Road
6
Continue on North Peace Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Peace Road
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 88 Toll East: Chicago
8
Merge onto I 88; IL 110
36 mi
·
41 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 131
Toward I 355 Toll South: Joliet
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 355 South: Joliet
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 355
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 4
Toward IL 7: 159th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto IL 7
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 159th Street
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on IL 7
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East 9th Street
15
Arrive at destination
IL 7
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.1 mi from Sycamore, IL · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.1 miles from Sycamore, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lockport, IL
The final approach into Lockport, 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
$9.74 one way
$19.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.69 | $21.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.76 | $27.51 |
Estimated Tolls: $3.18
Reagan Memorial Tollway
(36.3 mi)
$2.18
Veterans Memorial Tollway
(14.3 mi)
$1.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$3
Total
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.54 | $2.99 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.72 | $3.99 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Lockport, IL
Afternoon in Lockport on Friday
Local time
12:13 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Aurora, IL
31 mi in
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
15 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 19m 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 Sycamore, IL to Lockport, IL covers 62.3 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway, Veterans Memorial Tollway, South Peace Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.1 miles from Sycamore, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.74 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 62.3 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Somonauk Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (West Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 44.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Sycamore, IL to Lockport, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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