Cicero, IL to Harris, IL is 192.2 miles and takes about 3h 57m via I 57, I 74, and Georgetown Road, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive primarily through the Midwest, staying within Illinois for the entire trip. It's a practical route for anyone needing to travel between these two points, offering a mostly highway experience. Given its relatively short duration, it's well-suited for a single-day journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
96.1 miles from Cicero, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
105.4 mi
1h 54m
I 74
32.4 mi
35m
Georgetown Road
27.5 mi
41m
South Cicero Avenue
10.6 mi
17m
Cicero Avenue
6.6 mi
10m
Market Street
3.2 mi
4m
North State Street
1.9 mi
2m
East 1400th Road
0.9 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 105.4 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cicero, IL and Harris, IL.
1
Start on South Laramie Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·South Laramie Avenue
2
Turn left onto West 31st Street
0.5 mi·58 sec·West 31st Street
3
Turn right onto IL 50
11 mi·17 min·South Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on IL 50
6.6 mi·10 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·167th Street
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
7
Merge onto I 57
105 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Exit 240Toward Market Street
9
Turn left
96 ft·5 sec
10
Turn left onto Market Street
3.2 mi·4 min·Market Street
11
Turn right onto East Marketview Drive
0.3 mi·39 sec·East Marketview Drive
12
Turn left onto North Neil Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·North Neil Street
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
14
Merge onto I 74
32 mi·35 min·I 74
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
17
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi·20 min·Georgetown Road
18
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi·2 min·North State Street
19
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi·9 min·Georgetown Road
20
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi·28 sec·1575 E US 36
21
Continue on US 150; IL 1
7.9 mi·11 min·Georgetown Road
22
Turn right onto East 1400th Road
0.9 mi·3 min·East 1400th Road
23
Arrive at destination
East 1400th Road
Trip Plan
With a drive time under 4 hours and a fuel cost estimated at $30, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to take full advantage of daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. Since the longest stretch on I 57 is over 100 miles, plan your fuel stop before you hit that segment to ensure you have plenty of gas. The relatively short duration means you have flexibility, but be mindful of the highway-focused nature and potential for heavy traffic near urban areas at peak times.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 96.1 miles from Cicero, IL, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.4 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 42 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.1 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harris, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cicero, 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 Cicero, IL
This is one driving day of about 192.2 miles and 3h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Cicero, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 105.4 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 161.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.1 mi into trip|~2m in|IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue
Turn right onto IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
19 mi into trip|~31m in|I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
124.5 mi into trip|~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward Market Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 240
Toward Market Street
5
128.2 mi into trip|~2h 32m in|North Neil Street
Turn left onto North Neil Street
Navigation decision point
7
161.3 mi into trip|~3h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.05 one way
$60.10 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$32.99
$65.98
premium
$4.89
$36.99
$73.97
diesel
$5.61
$42.44
$84.87
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.7
0
$20.18
$9.23
Efficient EV
48.1
0
$16.82
$7.69
EV Truck/SUV
76.9
0
$26.91
$12.30
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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 15, 2026
Origin
Cicero, IL
Late night
in Cicero on Sunday
Local time
4:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Harris, IL
Late night
in Harris on Sunday
Local time
4:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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
3h 57m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 13.3
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 72% of the drive utilizing major interstates like I 57 and I 74. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch for 105.4 miles on I 57, so be prepared for extended periods of high-speed driving. The inclusion of Georgetown Road suggests a shift away from the interstate for a portion of the trip, likely offering a different driving feel before reaching your destination. Expect a profile that leans heavily into efficient, long-distance travel.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 105.4 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 74. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 192.2 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 57m. Total distance: 192.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 105.4 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 1.1 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 19 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Harris, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
