Origin
Lockport, IL
Morning in Lockport on Sunday
Local time
9:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lockport, IL to Ottawa, 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 5m
Distance
50.1 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lockport, IL
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Ottawa, IL
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Trip Overview
Lockport, IL to Ottawa, IL is 50.1 miles and takes about 1h 5m via I 80 and IL-71, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, specifically Illinois, offering a straightforward journey. You'll find yourself primarily on major roadways, making it a very direct path. If you're looking for a simple, no-fuss drive to get from point A to point B without much fuss, this route fits the bill. Consider it for a quick transit or an easy addition to a larger Midwest itinerary.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 39.5 mi | 43m |
| South State Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Illinois Route 71 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Collins Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| East Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Richards Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North 2753rd Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Green Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 39.5 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockport, IL and Ottawa, IL.
1
Start on IL 7
110 ft
·
6 sec
·
West 9th Street
2
Turn right onto IL 171
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
South State Street
3
Continue on IL 171
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Collins Street
4
Continue on US 6; US 30
404 ft
·
18 sec
·
East Jefferson Street
5
Turn left onto Richards Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Richards Street
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
7
Merge onto I 80
40 mi
·
43 min
·
I 80
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 93
Toward IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto IL 71
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Illinois Route 71
10
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
11
Turn right onto North 2753rd Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 2753rd Road
12
Continue on North Green Street
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
North Green Street
13
Continue on East Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
14
Turn left onto IL 23; IL 71
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
La Salle Street
15
Arrive at destination
IL 23; IL 71
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.1 miles from Lockport, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 48 — 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
|
IL 171 / South State Street
Turn right onto IL 171 / South State Street
Navigation decision point
4
5.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the ramp toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
5
5.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
45.2 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
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 93
Toward IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
4
48 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.83 one way
$15.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.60 | $17.20 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.64 | $19.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20 | 0 | $7.01 | $3.21 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Ottawa, IL
Morning in Ottawa on Sunday
Local time
9:16 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°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
17 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
1h 5m 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 largely highway-focused, with 84% of the journey utilizing major roads like I 80. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 39.5 miles on I 80, which means consistent, faster travel for a good portion of the trip. As you move from I 80 to South State Street and then onto Illinois Route 71, the character might shift slightly, but the overall feel remains that of a well-trafficked corridor. Expect smooth sailing for most of the 50.1 miles, with minimal delays.
84% 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: 39.5 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and South State Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 171 / South State Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 5m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 171 / South State Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.6 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lockport, IL and Ottawa, IL, road signs point toward Rock Island and Oswego.
Rock Island
5.4 mi in
|
~12m
Oswego
45.2 mi in
|
~56m
About the Cities
Arriving in Ottawa, IL
Full guide →Ottawa is one of many towns in the Illinois River Valley of Northern 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 1h 5m. Total distance: 50.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.5 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 (IL 171 / South State Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Ottawa, 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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