Origin
Riverton, IL
Morning in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
11:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, IL to Rochester, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
10.7 mi
17 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, IL
Pho Tomass
Rochester, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Riverton and Rochester, Illinois, this 10.7-mile connection is a straightforward, efficient journey. You can expect to reach your destination in approximately 17 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. Budgeting around $2 for fuel should cover your needs for this brief transition across the Midwest. Since the entire drive takes place within the state of Illinois, you won't face any significant regional shifts or complex logistics. It is a no-fuss route that prioritizes speed and directness over leisure, ideal for those who value time-efficient travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 29 | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Old Route 36 | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| I 72 | 2 mi | 2m |
| South 7th Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Lincoln Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 29
— 4.2 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, IL and Rochester, IL.
1
Start on East Lincoln Street
25 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Lincoln Street
2
Turn right onto South 7th Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South 7th Street
3
Turn straight onto Old Route 36
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Route 36
4
Keep slight left at fork onto Old Route 36
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Route 36
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
6
Merge onto I 72; US 36
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 72; US 36
7
Take the exit onto I 72; US 36
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
I 72; US 36
Toward I 55 South, I 72 West: Saint Louis, Jacksonville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward IL 29 South: Taylorville
9
Merge onto IL 29
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
IL 29
10
Continue on IL 29
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
IL 29
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
206 ft
·
6 sec
·
South Walnut Street
Use the left lane.
12
At end of road, turn right onto East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.4 — 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
|
South 7th Street
Turn right onto South 7th Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Old Route 36
Keep slight left at fork onto Old Route 36
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
4.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 72; US 36
Take the exit onto I 72; US 36 toward I 55 South, I 72 West: Saint Louis, Jacksonville
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.
Toward I 55 South, I 72 West: Saint Louis, Jack...
6
10.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
South Walnut Street
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
10.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
East Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.67 one way
$3.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.84 | $3.67 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.06 | $4.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.36 | $4.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.94 | $0.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.68 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Rochester, IL
Morning in Rochester on Sunday
Local time
11:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
17m 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 10.7-mile path is a highway-focused drive, with 88% of your time spent on faster roadways. You will navigate a combination of IL 29, Old Route 36, and I-72 to complete the trek. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 4.2 miles on IL 29, which offers a steady rhythm before you transition to other segments. Expect a functional, high-speed experience that lacks the technical curves of rural backroads. While the drive is short, the reliance on major thoroughfares ensures you maintain a consistent pace throughout the journey.
88% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.2 mi on IL 29.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 29 and Old Route 36. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South 7th Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 10.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 17m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Old Route 36): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.5 miles (I 72; US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Riverton, IL to Rochester, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Jacksonville along the way.
Jacksonville
4.5 mi in
|
~7m
|
via I 72; US 36
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 17m. Total distance: 10.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.2 miles on IL 29. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Rochester, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 (South 7th Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Old Route 36): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.5 miles (I 72; US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. 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 Rochester, 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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