Road Trips from Markham, IL
Where to drive next — curated by how much time you have and what you're in the mood for.
Total Routes
28
Shortest
0.4h
With Parks Nearby
22
Under 2 hours
14 total in this range
Full-day getaway
8 total in this range
Decatur, IL
2h 57m157.6 mi one way
Auburn, IL
3h 48m203.5 mi one way
Dayton, IL
2h 46m149.3 mi one way
Davis Junction, IL
2h 3m102.4 mi one way
Blue Mound, IL
3h 12m174.5 mi one way
Weekend trip
6 total in this range
Fairview Heights, IL
5h 9m274.9 mi one way
Saint Rose, IL
4h 57m265.4 mi one way
Barry, IL
4h 53m265.6 mi one way
Shiloh, IL
5h 10m279.9 mi one way
Anna, IL
5h 53m324.1 mi one way
Browse by Mood
McCullom Lake, IL
1h 42m73.2 mi one way
Naperville, IL
52m40 mi one way
Decatur, IL
2h 57m157.6 mi one way
Fairview Heights, IL
5h 9m274.9 mi one way
Naperville, IL
52m40 mi one way
Decatur, IL
2h 57m157.6 mi one way
Chicago, IL
4h 39m245.4 mi one way
Waukegan, IL
1h 26m65.9 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
Long daylight returns and parks begin peak bloom.
Summer
Fewer closures but plan for heat and heavier traffic.
Fall
Cooler temps and foliage make it the underrated season here.
Winter
Shorter days — prioritize shorter drives or southbound routes.
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