Origin
Lanark, IL
Morning in Lanark on Sunday
Local time
9:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lanark, IL to Marcus, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
40m
Distance
24.7 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
★
6 AM
0h 40m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lanark, IL
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Marcus, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
Lanark, IL to Marcus, IL is 24.7 miles and takes about 40m via Chambers Road/Main Street/Marcus Road, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive entirely within Illinois, connecting two points in the Midwest. The route is characterized by its local road nature, making it a good option for a quick transit or as part of a larger itinerary. You won't encounter major highways, so expect a more community-focused travel experience. Given the minimal distance and duration, this trip offers a lot of flexibility for when you depart and how you spend your time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chambers Road | 17.6 mi | 27m |
| Main Street | 6 mi | 9m |
| Marcus Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| South Broad Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Locust Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Chambers Road
— 17.6 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lanark, IL and Marcus, IL.
1
Start on this road
69 ft
·
10 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto West Locust Street
173 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Locust Street
3
Turn right onto IL 73
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Broad Street
4
Turn right onto US 52; IL 64
18 mi
·
27 min
·
Chambers Road
5
Continue on US 52; IL 64; IL 84
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Main Street
6
Turn sharp left onto Marcus Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Marcus Road
7
Continue on Marcus Road
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Marcus Road
8
Arrive at destination
Marcus Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.1 — 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
|
West Locust Street
Turn left onto West Locust Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
IL 73 / South Broad Street
Turn right onto IL 73 / South Broad Street
Navigation decision point
5
24.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Marcus Road
Turn sharp left onto Marcus Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.86 one way
$7.72 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.24 | $8.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.75 | $9.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.45 | $10.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.19 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Marcus, IL
Morning in Marcus on Sunday
Local time
9:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
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
3 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
40m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is almost entirely on local roads, with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be navigating through towns and rural areas without the benefit of high-speed interstates. The longest stretch without a turn is 17.6 miles on Chambers Road, offering a brief period of consistent travel before transitioning to Main Street and then Marcus Road. Expect frequent turns as you make your way from Lanark to Marcus, reflecting its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. This kind of route can feel more intimate, allowing you to see more of the local landscape directly.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.6 mi on Chambers Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Locust Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lanark, IL to Marcus, IL is easy. At 40m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Locust Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (IL 73 / South Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.1 miles (Marcus Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
About the Cities
Starting in Lanark, IL
Full guide →Founded 1861
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 40m. Total distance: 24.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.6 miles on Chambers Road. 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 (West Locust Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (IL 73 / South Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 24.1 miles (Marcus Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Marcus, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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