Lyons, IL Road Trips
With 3 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Lyons, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 77 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Lyons, IL spread mainly north and south, covering a wide geographic range.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
189.7 mi
Springfield, IL
Quickest Drive
19m
Chicago, IL
Plan Around Lyons, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Lyons, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Lyons, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Lyons, IL
Driving from Lyons, IL
Expect an average of 77 miles and about 1h 38m behind the wheel when leaving Lyons, IL. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 190 miles (3h 35m), while the shortest is just 21 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Lyons, IL most often head toward Springfield, IL (189.7 mi, 3h 35m), Naperville, IL (21.3 mi, 38m), and Evanston, IL (21.1 mi, 40m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IL currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 77-mile trip from Lyons, IL, budget about $11 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Lyons, IL and 2 routes heading into Lyons, IL, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 21 to 190 miles.
The longest mapped route from Lyons, IL covers 190 miles and takes approximately 3h 35m. Shorter options start at just 21 miles.
The average route from Lyons, IL runs about 77 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 38m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 77-mile trip from Lyons, IL costs roughly $11 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Lyons, IL include Springfield, IL, Naperville, IL and Evanston, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Lyons, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
10,391
Median Income
$64,209
Median Home Value
$243,500
Median Age
41.9
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Lyons, IL.
Chicago Portage National Historic Site
historic site in Lyons, Illinois
City data from Wikidata (Q1857424), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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