Origin
Toulon, IL
Morning in Toulon on Tuesday
Local time
8:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Toulon, IL to Markham, 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
2h 51m
Distance
140.9 mi
227 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
★
6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Toulon, IL
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Markham, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
Toulon, IL to Markham, IL is 140.9 miles and takes about 2h 51m via I 80, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the Midwest region, staying entirely within Illinois. It's a straightforward, mostly highway journey, making it a practical choice for a quick trip. You'll find it to be a direct path, so if you're looking for minimal fuss and a quick transit, this route fits the bill. Plan for a single day to complete this segment.
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
70.5 miles from Toulon, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 80 | 109.4 mi | 2h 1m |
| IL 40 | 14.5 mi | 21m |
| IL 93 | 9.6 mi | 14m |
| North Union Street | 5.8 mi | 10m |
| Kedzie Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| IL 17 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Franklin Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 163rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 109.4 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toulon, IL and Markham, IL.
1
Start on South Franklin Street
110 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Franklin Street
2
Turn right onto IL 17
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
IL 17
3
Turn left onto IL 91
5.8 mi
·
10 min
·
North Union Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto IL 93
9.6 mi
·
14 min
·
IL 93
5
Turn left onto IL 40
15 mi
·
21 min
·
IL 40
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
7
Merge onto I 80
109 mi
·
2 hr 1 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 154
Toward Kedzie Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Kedzie Avenue
10
Turn left onto 163rd Street
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
163rd Street
11
Arrive at destination
163rd Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. You can afford to leave later in the morning, perhaps around 9 or 10 AM, to arrive in Markham by early afternoon. With only one recommended stop, and the longest stretch being over 100 miles, consider filling up your fuel tank before departing Toulon to ensure you have ample gas for the main highway segment on I 80. There are no complex transitions, so focus on maintaining your speed and being aware of other traffic on the interstate.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 70.5 miles from Toulon, IL, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 109.4 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 31 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.5 miles or 1h 32m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Markham, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Toulon, 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 Toulon, IL
This is one driving day of about 140.9 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Toulon, 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 80 for about 109.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.5 miles from Toulon, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 109.4 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 139.9 — 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
|
IL 17
Turn right onto IL 17
Navigation decision point
5
6.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
IL 93
At end of road, turn right onto IL 93
Navigation decision point
4
15.7 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
IL 40
Turn left onto IL 40
Navigation decision point
5
30.5 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
139.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward Kedzie Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 154
Toward Kedzie Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.03 one way
$44.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
49 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $24.19 | $48.37 |
| premium | $4.89 | $27.11 | $54.23 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.11 | $62.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.79 | $6.76 |
| Efficient EV | 35.2 | 0 | $12.33 | $5.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.4 | 0 | $19.73 | $9.02 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Markham, IL
Morning in Markham on Tuesday
Local time
8:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°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
15 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 51m 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.
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
near mile 140.9
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?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey on major roadways like I 80 and IL 40. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 109.4 miles primarily on I 80, offering a consistent pace. Expect a driving experience characterized by efficient travel and minimal distractions, typical of interstates. The road will feel familiar and direct, designed for covering distance smoothly rather than for leisurely sightseeing.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 109.4 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and IL 40. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 17.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Toulon, IL to Markham, IL is easy. At 2h 51m with 95% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 17): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (IL 93): Navigation decision point; at 15.7 miles (IL 40): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Starting in Toulon, IL
Full guide →Founded 1841
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 2h 51m. Total distance: 140.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 109.4 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (IL 17): Navigation decision point; at 6.1 miles (IL 93): Navigation decision point; at 15.7 miles (IL 40): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. 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 Markham, 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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