Origin
Lockport, IL
Late night in Lockport on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lockport, IL to Woodside, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 19m
Distance
175.2 mi
282 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 8m
★
6 AM
3h 20m
8 AM
3h 44m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 26m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 43m
8 PM
3h 13m
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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Woodside, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
Lockport, IL to Woodside, IL is 175.2 miles and takes about 3h 19m via I 55, I 80, and South State Street, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive primarily on major highways, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently. Expect a focused, highway-centric experience throughout the journey. Given its relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day trip.
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
87.6 miles from Lockport, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 159.8 mi | 2h 52m |
| I 80 | 7 mi | 8m |
| South State Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Collins Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| Toronto Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Woodside Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Richards Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Jefferson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 159.8 mi, about 2h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockport, IL and Woodside, IL.
1
Start on IL 7
110 ft
·
6 sec
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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
7.0 mi
·
8 min
·
I 80
Use the right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 126A
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
9
Merge onto I 55
93 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
I 55
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
65 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward Toronto Road
13
Turn right onto Toronto Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Toronto Road
14
Continue on Woodside Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodside Road
15
Turn left onto West Iron Bridge Road
107 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Iron Bridge Road
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
West Iron Bridge Road
Trip Plan
For this 175.2-mile drive, departing in the morning will allow you to complete the journey well within daylight hours. With a duration of just over 3 hours, you likely won't need extensive stops, but keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the long 159.8-mile stretch on I 55. The estimated fuel cost is around $27, so plan accordingly. Given the short travel time, you have the flexibility to make a brief stop if needed, but the route is designed for direct transit. Consider checking traffic conditions on I 55 and I 80 before you leave, as these are major arteries.
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 87.6 miles from Lockport, IL, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 159.8 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 39 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.6 miles or 1h 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodside, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lockport, 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 Lockport, IL
This is one driving day of about 175.2 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Lockport, 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 55 for about 159.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 87.6 miles from Lockport, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 159.8 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 5.6 and 170.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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.
5
12.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 126A
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
5
13 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
106 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m in
|
I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
5
170.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
|
I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.39 one way
$54.78 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $30.07 | $60.15 |
| premium | $4.89 | $33.72 | $67.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $38.68 | $77.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.6 | 0 | $18.40 | $8.41 |
| Efficient EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.33 | $7.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.1 | 0 | $24.53 | $11.21 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Woodside, IL
Late night in Woodside on Tuesday
Local time
5:25 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Bloomington, IL
88 mi in
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
5 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 19m 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.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
4 mi from route
~9 min detour
Free
near mile 163.1
View on nps.gov
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...
24 mi from route
~61 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?
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 95% of the journey utilizing major interstates. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including a significant 159.8-mile segment on I 55. The primary character is that of a fast-paced, efficient transit, rather than a leisurely exploration. While there are brief moments on local roads like South State Street, the overall feel is one of consistent, high-speed travel, designed to cover distance quickly.
95% 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: 159.8 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 80. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near I 80.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 175.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 5.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 13 miles (I 55): 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.
On the drive from Lockport, IL to Woodside, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
Springfield
106 mi in
|
~2h 3m
|
via I 55
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 19m. Total distance: 175.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 159.8 miles on I 55. 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.
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 Woodside, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 13 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument and Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Woodside, 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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