Origin
Markham, IL
Late night in Markham on Sunday
Local time
2:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Markham, IL to Albers, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 7m
Distance
273.5 mi
440 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 54m
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6 AM
5h 7m
8 AM
5h 34m
10 AM
5h 17m
12 PM
5h 14m
3 PM
5h 18m
5 PM
5h 33m
8 PM
4h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Markham, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Albers, IL
Jan van der Wolf
Trip Overview
Markham, IL to Albers, IL is 273.5 miles and takes about 5h 7m via I 57 and US 50, with a fuel budget near $43 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, offering a straightforward journey through Illinois. It's a route best suited for those prioritizing efficient travel over leisurely exploration. Consider this trip if you need to cover ground quickly between these two points without needing extensive planning.
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
136.8 miles from Markham, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 228 mi | 4h 5m |
| West Missouri Avenue | 14.1 mi | 16m |
| US 50 | 13.1 mi | 15m |
| Aviston Road | 3.7 mi | 8m |
| Poplar | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| East Poplar Street | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| I 80 | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 228 mi, about 4h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Markham, IL and Albers, IL.
1
Start on 163rd Street
64 ft
·
6 sec
·
163rd Street
2
Turn right onto Kedzie Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Kedzie Avenue
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 West
4
Merge onto I 80
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 80
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 151A
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Merge onto I 57
187 mi
·
3 hr 22 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
41 mi
·
43 min
·
I 57
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
9
Keep slight right at fork
83 ft
·
2 sec
Toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
10
Turn right onto US 50
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
11
Continue on US 50
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Poplar Street
12
Continue on US 50
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Poplar
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 50; US 51
443 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Mine Street
14
Continue on US 50; US 51
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
N Mine St
15
Turn right onto US 50
14 mi
·
16 min
·
West Missouri Avenue
16
Turn right onto US 50; IL 127
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
12th Street
17
Turn left onto US 50
13 mi
·
15 min
·
US 50
18
Turn left onto Russland Road
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Russland Road
19
Turn left onto Old US Hwy 50
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Old US Hwy 50
20
Continue on Harrison Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Harrison Street
21
Turn right onto Clinton Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Clinton Street
22
Continue on Aviston Road
3.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Aviston Road
23
Continue on North Commerical Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Commerical Street
24
Arrive at destination
North Commerical Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 7m duration, this trip is comfortably achievable in a single day. Leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Albers, IL, with the flexibility to make a single stop if needed, perhaps around the halfway mark for a break. The fuel cost is estimated at $43, so ensure your tank is full before departing Markham, IL, as the longest stretch without significant town access is 228 miles on I 57. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the latter half of this extended interstate segment.
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 136.8 miles from Markham, IL, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 228 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 60 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.8 miles or 2h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Albers, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Markham, 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 Markham, IL
This is one driving day of about 273.5 miles and 5h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Markham, 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 57 for about 228 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 136.8 miles from Markham, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 228 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 3.3 and 232 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
3.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward I 57 South: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 151A
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
190.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 27m in
|
I 57
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57 toward I 57 South: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
5
231.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
6
232 mi into trip
|
~4h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.76 one way
$85.52 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $46.95 | $93.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $52.63 | $105.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.39 | $120.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.1 | 1 | $28.72 | $13.13 |
| Efficient EV | 68.4 | 0 | $23.93 | $10.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.4 | 1 | $38.29 | $17.50 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Albers, IL
Late night in Albers on Sunday
Local time
2:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Charleston, IL
137 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
6 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
5h 7m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 57 and US 50. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 228 miles on I 57, which means extended periods of consistent speed. While the majority is highway, the route does incorporate segments of West Missouri Avenue, offering a slight change of pace before rejoining the main arteries. Expect a consistent driving rhythm for most of the 5h 7m duration.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 228 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and West Missouri Avenue. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 273.5 miles you will encounter 16 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 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 190.7 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Markham, IL to Albers, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Sandoval along the way.
Sandoval
231.6 mi in
|
~4h 11m
About the Cities
Arriving in Albers, IL
Full guide →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 5h 7m. Total distance: 273.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 228 miles on I 57. 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.
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 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.6 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 190.7 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.1 hours each way, a round trip means 10.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Albers, IL before the return drive.
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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