Pana, IL Road Trips
With 5 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Pana, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 213-mile quick runs to 249-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Pana, IL head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
248.6 mi
Waukegan, IL
Quickest Drive
4h 9m
Cicero, IL
Plan Around Pana, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Pana, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Pana, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Pana, IL
Driving from Pana, IL
The typical drive from Pana, IL covers about 225 miles and takes around 4h 32m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 249 miles (5h 1m), while the shortest is just 213 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Pana, IL are Waukegan, IL (248.6 mi, 5h 1m), Arlington Heights, IL (223.8 mi, 4h 30m), Chicago, IL (219.2 mi, 4h 10m), Elk Grove, IL (217.8 mi, 4h 26m), and Elgin, IL (213.2 mi, 4h 33m). 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 225-mile trip from Pana, IL, budget about $34 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. 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 5 mapped routes leaving Pana, IL and 1 routes heading into Pana, IL, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 213 to 249 miles.
The longest mapped route from Pana, IL covers 249 miles and takes approximately 5h 1m. Shorter options start at just 213 miles.
The average route from Pana, IL runs about 225 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 32m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 225-mile trip from Pana, IL costs roughly $34 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Pana, IL include Waukegan, IL, Arlington Heights, IL, Chicago, IL and Elk Grove, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Pana, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
5,277
Median Income
$45,083
Median Home Value
$82,000
Median Age
45.0
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Pana, IL at a Glance
Founded
1845
Elevation
699 ft
Area
2 mi²
Notable People from Pana, IL
A sampling of people born in Pana, IL.
Garet Garrett
1878–1954
American journalist (1878-1954)
Vincent Sheean
1899–1975
American journalist and novelist (1899–1975)
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Pana, IL.
Louis Jehle House
historic house in Illinois, United States
City data from Wikidata (Q576162), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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