Origin
Earlville, IL
Morning in Earlville on Sunday
Local time
11:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Earlville, IL to Markham, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 46m
Distance
82.2 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 39m
★
6 AM
1h 47m
8 AM
2h 3m
10 AM
1h 52m
12 PM
1h 51m
3 PM
1h 53m
5 PM
2h 2m
8 PM
1h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Earlville, IL
Tom Fisk
Markham, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
Earlville to Markham is 82.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 46 minutes via I 80, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward trip, primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. Given its relatively short duration, it's ideal for a single-day excursion without feeling rushed. You'll be covering a moderate distance, so plan for a straightforward transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.1 miles from Earlville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 63.8 mi | 1h 13m |
| East 17th Road | 6.3 mi | 11m |
| Wesley Freebairn Road | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| County Highway 1 | 4.6 mi | 8m |
| Kedzie Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Ottawa Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Columbus Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| County Highway 41 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 63.8 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Earlville, IL and Markham, IL.
1
Start on West Winthrop Street
135 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Winthrop Street
2
Turn right onto South Ottawa Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Ottawa Street
3
Continue on CH 41
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
County Highway 41
4
Turn left onto CH 1
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
County Highway 1
5
Continue on CH 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wesley Freebairn Road
6
Continue on CH 1
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Wesley Freebairn Road
7
Continue on CH 1
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
County Highway 1
8
Continue on IL 23
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
East 17th Road
9
Continue on IL 23
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Columbus Street
10
Continue on IL 23
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
East 17th Road
11
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 80 East: Joliet
12
Merge onto I 80
64 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 154
Toward Kedzie Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Kedzie Avenue
15
Turn left onto 163rd Street
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
163rd Street
16
Arrive at destination
163rd Street
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 46 minute drive, consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. Since it's a shorter trip, you have flexibility in pacing and don't necessarily need scheduled stops, but it's always wise to take breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel level, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 63.8 miles on I 80, as services can sometimes be spaced out on interstates. Ensure you have enough fuel to comfortably cover this segment to avoid any unnecessary detours.
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 41.1 miles from Earlville, IL, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 63.8 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 18 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 58m 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 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Markham, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Earlville, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Earlville, IL
This is one driving day of about 82.2 miles and 1h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Earlville, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 63.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.1 miles from Earlville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 63.8 miles.
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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 81.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Ottawa Street
Turn right onto South Ottawa Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CH 1 / County Highway 1
Turn left onto CH 1 / County Highway 1
Navigation decision point
6
17.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Turn left toward I 80 East: Joliet
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 80 East: Joliet
5
17.4 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
81.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.85 one way
$25.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.11 | $28.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.82 | $31.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.63 | $3.95 |
| Efficient EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.19 | $3.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.51 | $5.26 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Markham, IL
Morning in Markham on Sunday
Local time
11:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°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
2 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
1h 46m 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...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 82.2
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 83% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 63.8 miles on I 80, offering a consistent pace. The route primarily consists of interstate driving, providing a predictable and efficient travel experience. While the majority is highway, expect some brief transitions onto local roads like East 17th Road and Wesley Freebairn Road before merging back onto faster routes. This mix means you'll get a solid amount of highway time without being entirely confined to it.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 63.8 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and East 17th Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Ottawa Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Earlville, IL to Markham, IL is easy. At 1h 46m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Ottawa Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (CH 1 / County Highway 1): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 46m. Total distance: 82.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 63.8 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (South Ottawa Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (CH 1 / County Highway 1): Navigation decision point; at 17.2 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
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.
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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