Origin
Tinley Park, IL
Late night in Tinley Park on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tinley Park, IL to Quincy, 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
5h 29m
Distance
291.4 mi
469 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$46
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 16m
★
6 AM
5h 29m
8 AM
5h 56m
10 AM
5h 38m
12 PM
5h 36m
3 PM
5h 40m
5 PM
5h 55m
8 PM
5h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tinley Park, IL
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Quincy, IL
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Trip Overview
Tinley Park, IL to Quincy, IL is 291.4 miles and takes about 5h 29m via I-55, I-72, and I-80, with a fuel budget near $46 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, moving from the Midwest region's more populated northern areas down into its central plains. Expect a straightforward trip that's mostly highway miles, making it a good option for a single-day excursion. Given the relatively short duration, you'll have plenty of time to reach your destination without feeling rushed.
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
145.7 miles from Tinley Park, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 43m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 157.8 mi | 2h 50m |
| I 72 | 92.9 mi | 1h 39m |
| I 80 | 22.3 mi | 27m |
| IL 57 | 12.2 mi | 21m |
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Harlem Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Hickory Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Oak Park Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 157.8 mi, about 2h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tinley Park, IL and Quincy, IL.
1
Start on this road
60 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
76 ft
·
11 sec
3
Turn left onto Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Oak Park Avenue
4
Turn left onto Hickory Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hickory Street
5
Turn left onto IL 43
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Harlem Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 West: Joliet
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 80
22 mi
·
27 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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 right at fork onto I 72; US 36
93 mi
·
1 hr 39 min
·
I 72; US 36
Toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 172 North: Quincy
13
Continue on I 172; IL 110
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward IL 57: Marblehead, Quincy
15
Turn left onto IL 57
12 mi
·
20 min
·
IL 57
16
Turn left onto IL 57
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
IL 57
17
Turn right
71 ft
·
1 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5h 29m drive, aim to depart in the morning to ensure you have ample daylight. Since it's a single-day trip, you can be flexible with your timing. Plan for one main stop, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, though the $46 fuel estimate suggests it's not an excessive amount. Keep an eye out for the transitions between I-55, I-72, and I-80, as these are key points in navigating the route efficiently.
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 145.7 miles from Tinley Park, IL, or about 2h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.8 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 64 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.7 miles or 2h 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 4h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Quincy, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tinley Park, 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 Tinley Park, IL
This is one driving day of about 291.4 miles and 5h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Tinley Park, 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 157.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
146 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 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 145.7 miles from Tinley Park, 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 157.8 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 182.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Oak Park Avenue
Turn left onto Oak Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 80 West: Joliet
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 80 West: Joliet
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
117.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 13m 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
6
182.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m in
|
I 72; US 36
Keep slight right at fork onto I 72; US 36 toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.56 one way
$91.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $50.02 | $100.04 |
| premium | $4.89 | $56.08 | $112.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.34 | $128.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 102 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.4 | 1 | $30.60 | $13.99 |
| Efficient EV | 72.9 | 0 | $25.50 | $11.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.6 | 1 | $40.80 | $18.65 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 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
Quincy, IL
Late night in Quincy on Tuesday
Local time
5:19 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Springfield, IL
146 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
2 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 29m 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 trip is almost entirely highway driving, with 99% on major interstates. You'll encounter a stretch of 157.8 miles on I-55 before needing to transition. The profile is mostly highway, meaning you'll experience consistent cruising speeds for the bulk of the 291.4 miles. Expect a steady stream of exits and interchanges as you navigate through the state.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 157.8 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 72. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Oak Park Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 291.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Oak Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 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.
On the drive from Tinley Park, IL to Quincy, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
Springfield
117.9 mi in
|
~2h 13m
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via I 55
About the Cities
Starting in Tinley Park, IL
Full guide →Tinley Park is an Illinois city in Chicagoland.
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 29m. Total distance: 291.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 157.8 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 Quincy, 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: near the start (Oak Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Quincy, 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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