Origin
Brighton Park, IL
Late night in Brighton Park on Sunday
Local time
4:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brighton Park, IL to Lockport, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
30.6 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brighton Park, IL
Expect Best
Lockport, IL
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Trip Overview
Brighton Park, IL to Lockport, IL is 30.6 miles and takes about 45m via Adlai Stevenson Expressway and Veterans Memorial Tollway, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward trip within the Midwest, connecting two points in Illinois. Given its short distance, it's ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. You'll primarily be on well-maintained roadways, making for a predictable and efficient transit between these locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 15.1 mi | 20m |
| Veterans Memorial Tollway | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| West 47th Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East 9th Street | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| South Archer Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| West 159th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Central Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Richmond Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
— 15.1 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brighton Park, IL and Lockport, IL.
1
Start on this road
216 ft
·
21 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
162 ft
·
12 sec
3
Turn right onto South Richmond Street
160 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Richmond Street
4
Turn right onto South Archer Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Archer Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto West 47th Street
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
West 47th Street
6
Turn right onto South Central Avenue
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Central Avenue
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 55 South
8
Merge onto I 55
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 269
Toward I 355 South Toll, I 355 North Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 355 Tollway South: Southwest Suburbs
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 355
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 4
Toward IL 7: 159th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto IL 7
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West 159th Street
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on IL 7
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East 9th Street
15
Arrive at destination
IL 7
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 30.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.3 miles from Brighton Park, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 27.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
3.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
South Central Avenue
Turn right onto South Central Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
19.5 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward I 355 South Toll, I 355 North Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 269
Toward I 355 South Toll, I 355 North Toll: Nort...
7
19.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 355 Tollway South: Southwest Suburbs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 355 Tollway South: Southwest Suburbs
7
27.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward IL 7: 159th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward IL 7: 159th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.67 one way
$9.34 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.27 | $5.14 | $10.28 |
| premium | $4.81 | $5.79 | $11.58 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $6.51 | $13.02 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.46
Veterans Memorial Tollway
(6.5 mi)
$0.46
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Tolls
$0
Total
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.21 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.68 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.28 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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.
Destination
Lockport, IL
Late night in Lockport on Sunday
Local time
4:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
45°F
Partly Cloudy then Patchy Fog
ENE 5 to 15 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
45m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route features a 49% highway share. You'll spend about 15.1 miles on the Adlai Stevenson Expressway, which is the longest continuous stretch. The drive transitions from highway to surface roads, so be prepared for a change in traffic patterns and speed limits as you near your destination. Expect a mix of faster-paced highway driving and more local traffic as you enter Lockport.
49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.1 mi on Adlai Stevenson Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 30.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (South Central Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Brighton Park, IL to Lockport, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Southwest Suburbs along the way.
Southwest Suburbs
19.5 mi in
|
~29m
About the Cities
Arriving in Lockport, IL
Full guide →Founded 1853
Top landmarks
- • Lockport Historic District — historic district in Illinois, United States
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 30.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.1 miles on Adlai Stevenson Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.46 in tolls one way, starting with Veterans Memorial Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Lockport, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (South Central Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Lockport, IL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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