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Trip from Twin Grove, IL to Markham, IL

Data updated 1 hour ago

Drive Time

2h 21m

Distance

122.9 mi

198 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 12m ★
6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 28m
12 PM
2h 26m
3 PM
2h 29m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 16m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Twin Grove, IL, IL

Twin Grove, IL

Brett Sayles

Downtown Markham, IL, IL

Markham, IL

Stéphane Tendon

Trip Overview

The drive from Twin Grove, IL to Markham, IL covers 122.9 miles and takes about 2h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 55, I 80, West Market Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 90.2 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.21 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

61.5 miles from Twin Grove, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 2h 21m highway drive covering 122.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and I 80. The longest continuous stretch is about 90.2 miles on I 55.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 90.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 80. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near IL 9 / East 1400 North Road.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (IL 9 / East 1400 North Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3
0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | IL 9 / East 1400 North Road

Turn left onto IL 9 / East 1400 North Road

Navigation decision point

4
3.1 mi into trip | ~6m in

Take the ramp toward I 55 North, US 51 North, I 74 West: Joliet, Rockford, Peoria

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 55 North, US 51 North, I 74 West: Joli...
7
93.5 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in

Take the exit toward I 80 East: Indiana

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 250A Toward I 80 East: Indiana
5
94.3 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in | I 80

Merge onto I 80

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
121.9 mi into trip | ~2h 19m in

Take the exit toward Kedzie Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 154 Toward Kedzie Avenue

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 90.2 mi 1h 37m
I 80 27.6 mi 34m
West Market Street 1.7 mi 2m
East 1400 North Road 1 mi 1m
Kedzie Avenue 0.8 mi 1m
North 1000 East Road 0.4 mi 1m
163rd Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 90.2 mi, about 1h 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Twin Grove, IL and Markham, IL.

1

Start on North 1000 East Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · North 1000 East Road
2

Turn left onto IL 9

1.0 mi · 1 min · East 1400 North Road
3

Continue on US 150; IL 9

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Market Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 53 sec
Toward I 55 North, US 51 North, I 74 West: Joliet, Rockford, Peoria
5

Merge onto I 55; I 74; US 51

3.0 mi · 3 min · I 55; I 74; US 51
6

Continue on I 55; US 51

87 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 55; US 51
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min
Exit 250A Toward I 80 East: Indiana Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Merge onto I 80

28 mi · 34 min · I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Exit 154 Toward Kedzie Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · Kedzie Avenue
11

Turn left onto 163rd Street

64 ft · 2 sec · 163rd Street
12

Arrive at destination

163rd 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 61.5 miles from Twin Grove, IL, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.2 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 29m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 61.5 miles or 1h 9m 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 53m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Markham, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Twin Grove, 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 Twin Grove, IL

This is one driving day of about 122.9 miles and 2h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Twin Grove, 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 I 55 for about 90.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 61.5 mi from Twin Grove, IL · 1h 9m into the drive

city in Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Joliet, IL

61 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

Joliet, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Normal, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 61.5 miles from Twin Grove, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.2 miles.

Arriving in Markham, IL

The final approach into Markham, 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 Markham, IL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Pullman National Historical Park

Pullman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour Free near mile 122.9
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$19.21 one way

$38.43 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 43 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $21.10 $42.19
premium $4.89 $23.65 $47.30
diesel $5.61 $27.13 $54.27

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 43 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 36.9 0 $12.90 $5.90
Efficient EV 30.7 0 $10.75 $4.92
EV Truck/SUV 49.2 0 $17.21 $7.87

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast data refreshed 4 days ago

Origin

Twin Grove, IL

Evening in Twin Grove on Tuesday

Local time

8:19 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Markham, IL

Evening in Markham on Tuesday

Local time

8:19 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°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

2h 21m 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 Twin Grove, IL to Markham, IL covers 122.9 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 80, West Market Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.5 miles from Twin Grove, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.21 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 2h 21m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (IL 9 / East 1400 North Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 93.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Twin Grove, IL to Markham, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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