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Markham, IL Road Trips

Drivers starting from Markham, IL have 20 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 22-mile quick runs to 301-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Markham, IL spread mainly south and west, covering a wide geographic range.

Downtown Markham, IL, IL

Photo: Armando Ascorve

Trip Routes

49

Longest Drive

301.4 mi

Crainville, IL

Quickest Drive

32m

Preston Heights, IL

Plan Around Markham, IL

Trips from Markham, IL

Driving from Markham, IL

Expect an average of 166 miles and about 3h 14m behind the wheel when leaving Markham, IL. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 301 miles (5h 33m), while the shortest is just 22 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Markham, IL include Cambria, IL (301.2 mi, 5h 33m), Aviston, IL (269.1 mi, 4h 56m), Arlington Heights, IL (253.1 mi, 4h 48m), Cicero, IL (241.8 mi, 4h 33m), and Berwyn, IL (239.8 mi, 4h 32m). 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 166-mile trip from Markham, IL, budget about $25 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 20 mapped routes leaving Markham, IL and 30 routes heading into Markham, IL, covering 50 total connections. Distances range from 22 to 301 miles.

The longest mapped route from Markham, IL covers 301 miles and takes approximately 5h 33m. Shorter options start at just 22 miles.

The average route from Markham, IL runs about 166 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 14m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 166-mile trip from Markham, IL costs roughly $25 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Markham, IL include Cambria, IL, Aviston, IL, Arlington Heights, IL and Cicero, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Markham, IL by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

11,434

Median Income

$52,364

Median Home Value

$119,500

Median Age

33.7

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Markham, IL at a Glance

Founded

1925

Elevation

610 ft

Area

5 mi²

Notable People from Markham, IL

A sampling of people born in Markham, IL.

Tricky Stewart

Tricky Stewart

1974

American record producer from Illinois

Rodney Harrison

Rodney Harrison

1972

American football player and commentator (born 1972)

City data from Wikidata (Q579017), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.

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