Trip from Cicero, IL to Macomb, IL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 33m

Distance

238.4 mi

384 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$37

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 20m ★

6 AM

4h 34m

8 AM

5h 0m

10 AM

4h 43m

12 PM

4h 40m

3 PM

4h 44m

5 PM

4h 59m

8 PM

4h 26m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and the county seat of McDonough County, Illinois, United States

Macomb, IL

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Trip Overview

This 238.4-mile drive from Cicero, IL, to Macomb, IL, is a straightforward 4-hour and 33-minute journey that fits comfortably within a single day. Primarily following I-80 and IL-110 via the Adlai Stevenson Expressway, this route is almost entirely highway, making it an efficient option. With an estimated fuel cost of $37, it’s an economical choice for a quick trip within the Midwest. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on the interstate, so if you're looking for a scenic adventure, this might not be it, but for getting from point A to point B efficiently, it's a solid choice. The drive is best tackled as a single-day excursion, allowing for a relaxed pace.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

119.2 miles from Cicero, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 80	115.1 mi	2h 3m
IL 110	49.6 mi	59m
Adlai Stevenson Expressway	34.4 mi	44m
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway	31.4 mi	33m
North Lafayette Street	1.8 mi	3m
South Central Avenue	1.7 mi	3m
East 1200th Street	1.2 mi	1m
South Laramie Avenue	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 80 — 115.1 mi, about 2h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cicero, IL and Macomb, IL.

Start on South Laramie Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Laramie Avenue

Turn right onto West 31st Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · West 31st Street

Turn left onto South Central Avenue

1.7 mi · 3 min · South Central Avenue

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 55 South

Merge onto I 55

34 mi · 44 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Exit 250B Toward I 80 West: Iowa Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 80

115 mi · 2 hr 3 min · I 80

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 280

0.5 mi · 31 sec · I 280

Toward I 74 West, I 280 West: Moline, Rock Island

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 48 sec

Toward I 74 East: Peoria

Merge onto I 80; IL 110

519 ft · 6 sec · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto IL 110

31 mi · 33 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway

Take the exit onto IL 110

50 mi · 59 min · IL 110

Exit 46A Toward US 34 West: Monmouth

Continue on US 67

1.2 mi · 1 min · East 1200th Street

Continue on US 67

1.8 mi · 3 min · North Lafayette Street

Arrive at destination

North Lafayette Street

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour, 33-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your day and avoid potential afternoon traffic. Given the 238.4-mile distance, you’ll only need one significant stop, so plan it strategically around the halfway point or when you feel the need to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 115.1 miles on I-80, as services can be spaced out on interstates. The $37 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to have a little extra buffer. Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your schedule as needed.

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 119.2 miles from Cicero, IL, or about 2h 18m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.1 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 52 miles or 1h 6m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 119.2 miles or 2h 18m 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 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Macomb, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Cicero, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 238.4 miles and 4h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 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 80 for about 115.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kewanee, IL

119 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

Oswego, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kewanee, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 119.2 miles from Cicero, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 115.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Cocula Restaurant Cicero

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Cicero, Illinois

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+17086520500

Visit website

The Country Farmhouse

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Morris, Illinois

0.8 mi

Love's Travel Stop

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Atkinson, Illinois

1 mi

Best coffee break · first break window

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Shorewood, Illinois

Near the start, short detour

First break · 39min in 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+18156304235

Visit website

Brewed Awakenings

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Illinois

2.2 mi

Kafé De Kasa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crest Hill, Illinois

2.4 mi

Cocula Restaurant Cicero

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Cicero, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–10 pm

+17086520500

Visit website

The Country Farmhouse

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18155133253

Visit website

Love's Travel Stop

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

Halfway reset 1 mi from route ~2 min detour

Atkinson, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13099361488

Visit website

Cafe Smilga

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Darien, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+16304270929

Visit website

Rosemary Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Joliet, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18157824094

Visit website

El Faro Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Chicago, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17732771155

Visit website

Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe & Banquets

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30

Darien, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13314314000

Visit website

Jalisco Express Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Cicero, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

+17084776561

Visit website

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+18156304235

Visit website

Brewed Awakenings

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 5:30 am–3 pm

+18155135567

Visit website

Kafé De Kasa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Crest Hill, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18156303694

Visit website

Friendly Coffee Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Berwyn, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+17084849794

Visit website

Kafe De Kasa

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17792421902

Visit website

Morris Bakery

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–5 pm

+18159421031

Skydive Chicago

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Ottawa, Illinois

+18154330000

Visit website

AppleJax Creations Coffee & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Morris, Illinois

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Sheffield, Illinois

+18158781058

Visit website

Gordo's Barn

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Atkinson, Illinois

Hours: 4–8 pm

+13099367553

The Corner

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Atkinson, Illinois

Hours: 10:30 am–1 pm

+13099367527

Red's Bar & Grill

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Sheffield, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+18154548023

Prairie Trail Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

First break 4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour

Willowbrook, Illinois

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

Visit website

Mick's Bar & Grill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Halfway reset 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20

Annawan, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13099355999

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 185.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3.4 mi into trip | ~6m in | I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway

Merge onto I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

37.7 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the exit toward I 80 West: Iowa

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 250B Toward I 80 West: Iowa

38.6 mi into trip | ~51m in | I 80

Merge onto I 80

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

153.7 mi into trip | ~2h 55m in | I 280

Keep slight left at fork onto I 280 toward I 74 West, I 280 West: Moline, Rock Island

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 74 West, I 280 West: Moline, Rock Isla...

185.8 mi into trip | ~3h 30m in | IL 110

Take the exit onto IL 110 toward US 34 West: Monmouth

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 46A Toward US 34 West: Monmouth

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$37.27 one way

$74.54 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 83 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$40.92	$81.84
premium	$4.89	$45.88	$91.76
diesel	$5.61	$52.64	$105.27

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$37

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$62–$87

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 83.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	71.5	0	$25.03	$11.44
Efficient EV	59.6	0	$20.86	$9.54
EV Truck/SUV	95.4	1	$33.38	$15.26

Gas CO2

83 kg

EV CO2

28 kg (66% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 20, 2026

Origin

Cicero, IL

Morning in Cicero on Tuesday

Local time

10:30 AM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Macomb, IL

Morning in Macomb on Tuesday

Local time

10:30 AM

CDT

Current temp

49°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

14 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

4h 33m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour Free

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for 97% of this trip. The route is dominated by interstate driving, with the longest uninterrupted stretch spanning 115.1 miles on I-80. This means you'll encounter consistent speeds and limited opportunities for spontaneous stops along the way. While the landscape may offer a consistent Midwest feel, the personality of the drive is defined by its efficiency and the predictable nature of extensive highway travel. You'll be navigating well-maintained expressways for the bulk of your time behind the wheel.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 115.1 mi on I 80.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and IL 110. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in near I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 238.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Cicero, IL to Macomb, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.

Rock Island

153.7 mi in | ~2h 55m | via I 280

About the Cities

Starting in Cicero, IL

Full guide →

Cicero is a town of 81,000 people (2019) in the Chicagoland area, just west of the Chicago city limits. It became famous when gangster Al Capone moved here to escape from the Chicago Police in the early 1920s.

Arriving in Macomb, IL

Full guide →

Macomb is a city in Illinois.

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 4h 33m. Total distance: 238.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 115.1 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 30 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 Macomb, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 30 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Macomb, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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