Origin
Markham, IL
Afternoon in Markham on Friday
Local time
3:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Markham, IL to Sumner, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 48m
Distance
236.5 mi
381 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 35m
★
6 AM
4h 49m
8 AM
5h 16m
10 AM
4h 58m
12 PM
4h 56m
3 PM
5h 0m
5 PM
5h 14m
8 PM
4h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Markham, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Sumner, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Markham, IL to Sumner, IL is 236.5 miles and takes about 4h 48m via I 57, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, traversing the Midwest region for its entirety. Given its relatively short duration and mostly highway profile, it's a straightforward drive. Plan for a single day to cover the distance comfortably, making it a good option for a quick trip between these two points.
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
118.3 miles from Markham, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 155.1 mi | 2h 47m |
| North 1250th Street | 13.3 mi | 19m |
| South Van Buren Street | 11 mi | 15m |
| US 50 | 10 mi | 13m |
| Route 130 | 10 mi | 14m |
| County Road 1100 East | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Illinois Route 16 | 6 mi | 8m |
| North Haughton Highway | 4.4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 155.1 mi, about 2h 47m
Traffic on I-57
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~928 veh/hr typical · worst 1,278
Quietest
2 AM
~107 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 51 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Markham, IL and Sumner, 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
155 mi
·
2 hr 47 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 190A
Toward IL 16 East: Charleston
8
Turn straight onto IL 16
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Charleston Avenue East
9
Continue on IL 16
6.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Illinois Route 16
10
Continue on IL 16
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Lincoln Avenue
11
Turn right onto IL 130
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
18th Street
12
Continue on IL 130
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Illinois Route 130
13
Continue on IL 130
10.0 mi
·
14 min
·
Route 130
14
Continue on IL 130
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 1825 East
15
Continue on IL 130
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 1775 E
16
Continue on IL 130
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Haughton Highway
17
Continue on IL 130
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
1700E
18
Continue on IL 130
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
North Haughton Highway
19
Continue on IL 130
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 1700E
20
Continue on IL 130
13 mi
·
19 min
·
North 1250th Street
21
Turn left onto IL 130
11 mi
·
15 min
·
South Van Buren Street
22
Continue on IL 130
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
County Road 1100 East
23
Continue on IL 130
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North West Street
24
Turn left onto West Butler Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West Butler Street
25
Turn right onto North Lincoln Avenue
481 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Lincoln Avenue
26
Turn left onto East Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
27
Turn left onto US 50; IL 250
10.0 mi
·
13 min
·
US 50; IL 250
28
Turn right onto IL 250
95 ft
·
7 sec
·
IL 250
29
Continue on IL 250
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 250
30
Turn right onto North Christy Avenue
473 ft
·
15 sec
·
North Christy Avenue
31
Turn right onto West North Avenue
49 ft
·
2 sec
·
West North Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
West North Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour drive, leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Sumner, IL without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 155.1-mile segment on I 57, as services can be spaced out. Given the manageable duration, you have flexibility to depart later if needed, but an early start ensures a relaxed pace and arrival well before evening.
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 118.3 miles from Markham, IL, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 155.1 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 52 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.3 miles or 2h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sumner, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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.
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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 Markham, IL
This is one driving day of about 236.5 miles and 4h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 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 155.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 118.3 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 155.1 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 3.3 and 236.5 — 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
158.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 53m in
Take the exit toward IL 16 East: Charleston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 190A
Toward IL 16 East: Charleston
4
167.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
|
IL 130 / 18th Street
Turn right onto IL 130 / 18th Street
Navigation decision point
5
236.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 48m in
|
West North Avenue
Turn right onto West North Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.67 one way
$73.33 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
83 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.32 | $40.21 | $80.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $45.88 | $91.77 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $52.13 | $104.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 71 | 0 | $24.83 | $11.35 |
| Efficient EV | 59.1 | 0 | $20.69 | $9.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.6 | 1 | $33.11 | $15.14 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Sumner, IL
Afternoon in Sumner on Friday
Local time
3:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
65°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
4h 48m 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.
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
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?
You'll spend most of your time on I 57, which accounts for 78% of this route. The longest continuous stretch on this highway is 155.1 miles. After that, you'll transition to surface roads like North 1250th Street and South Van Buren Street for the final portion of the drive. Expect a rural cruising feel for a significant part of this trip, especially once you leave the main interstate.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 155.1 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and North 1250th Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3.3 miles in.
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 4h 48m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 158.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
786 ft
455 ft
Total Climb
255 ft
Total Descent
419 ft
Highest Point
786 ft
~84.5 mi in
Elevation Range
330 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Markham, IL
Full guide →Founded 1925
Arriving in Sumner, 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 4h 48m. Total distance: 236.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 155.1 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
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 158.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Sumner, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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