Connecting Annawan to Markham, this 122.4-mile journey across the Illinois Midwest is a straightforward transit that typically takes about 2 hours and 17 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $19 for fuel to complete the trek. Since the entire route takes place within the state of Illinois, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. This is an ideal option if you are looking for a practical, no-nonsense path between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.2 miles from Annawan, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 80
120.8 mi
2h 14m
Kedzie Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
North Canal Street
0.4 mi
<1m
163rd Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 120.8 mi, about 2h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annawan, IL and Markham, IL.
1
Start on IL 78
0.4 mi·43 sec·North Canal Street
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·32 sec
3
Merge onto I 80
121 mi·2 hr 14 min·I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 154Toward Kedzie AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·Kedzie Avenue
6
Turn left onto 163rd Street
64 ft·2 sec·163rd Street
7
Arrive at destination
163rd Street
Trip Plan
Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 122.4-mile route, you have the flexibility to power through the drive in one go or take a break whenever it suits your schedule. Plan your departure to avoid peak traffic hours, especially as you approach the Markham area, to ensure you maintain that 2-hour and 17-minute estimated travel time. Keeping your fuel tank filled before departing Annawan will help you stay within your $19 budget easily. Because the drive is almost entirely highway-based, use the long 120.8-mile stretch on I-80 to maintain a steady pace and keep your focus on the road ahead.
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 61.2 miles from Annawan, IL, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120.8 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 27 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.2 miles or 1h 8m 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 52m
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 Annawan, 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 Annawan, IL
This is one driving day of about 122.4 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Annawan, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 120.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 5
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 122.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.4 mi into trip|~0m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
121.4 mi into trip|~2h 15m 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
3
121.6 mi into trip|~2h 15m in|Kedzie Avenue
Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
122.4 mi into trip|~2h 17m in|163rd Street
Turn left onto 163rd Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.14 one way
$38.27 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.01
$42.02
premium
$4.89
$23.55
$47.11
diesel
$5.61
$27.02
$54.05
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: 42.8 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
36.7
0
$12.85
$5.88
Efficient EV
30.6
0
$10.71
$4.90
EV Truck/SUV
49
0
$17.14
$7.83
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 as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Annawan, IL
Late night
in Annawan on Tuesday
Local time
3:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 15 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Destination
Markham, IL
Late night
in Markham on Tuesday
Local time
3:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 mph22% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 17m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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 122.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highly efficient, highway-focused experience, as 99% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-80, which accounts for a 120.8-mile stretch of the trip. The drive is designed for consistency rather than technical maneuvering, moving you quickly across the landscape. Once you depart the interstate, the final leg transitions to Kedzie Avenue and North Canal Street to reach your destination. It is a steady, predictable drive that minimizes the complexity of your navigation.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
7 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 120.8 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and Kedzie Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Annawan, IL to Markham, IL is easy. At 2h 17m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 121.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The longest stretch is about 120.8 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 121.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Markham, IL before heading back.
