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Trip from Venetian Village, IL to Rockford, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
66.3 mi
107 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockford, IL
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Trip Overview
Venetian Village to Rockford is 66.3 miles and takes about 1 hour 38 minutes via Kenosha Street, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, moving from one part of the Midwest to another. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on surface roads, making it a good option for a quick getaway or an easy commute. You can expect a predictable drive with a minimal budget, perfect for a single-day excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.2 miles from Venetian Village, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Kenosha Street | 18.8 mi | 26m |
| West Brink Street | 12.4 mi | 17m |
| North 2nd Street | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| West IL Route 173 | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| State Route 173 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| IL 83 | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| West Lane Road | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Kenosha Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Kenosha Street
— 18.8 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Venetian Village, IL and Rockford, IL.
1
Start on West Engle Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Engle Drive
2
Turn right onto IL 83
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
IL 83
3
Turn left onto IL 173
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
West IL Route 173
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on IL 173
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Kenosha Road
5
Continue on IL 173
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Kenosha Street
6
Turn left onto US 14; IL 173
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Division Street
7
Turn right onto IL 173
12 mi
·
17 min
·
West Brink Street
8
Continue on IL 173
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 173
9
Continue on IL 173
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
West Lane Road
10
Turn left onto IL 251
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
North 2nd Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto US 20 Business
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Jefferson Street
12
Turn left onto North Wyman Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Wyman Street
13
Turn right onto West State Street
75 ft
·
2 sec
·
West State Street
14
Arrive at destination
West State Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a short, 1 hour 38 minute drive, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon means you'll have plenty of daylight to complete the 66.3 mile trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, you won't need to worry too much about frequent refueling stops, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Since there are no designated stops, you can easily make this a direct trip, or pull over if you see something that catches your eye along Kenosha Street or West Brink Street.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 33.2 miles from Venetian Village, IL, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.8 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 15 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.2 miles or 48m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockford, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Venetian Village, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Venetian Village, IL
This is one driving day of about 66.3 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Venetian Village, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Kenosha Street for about 18.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Venetian Village, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 6.1 and 65.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
6.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
IL 173 / West IL Route 173
Turn left onto IL 173 / West IL Route 173
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
34.9 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 14; IL 173 / North Division Street
Turn left onto US 14; IL 173 / North Division Street
Navigation decision point
4
35.4 mi into trip
|
~52m in
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IL 173 / West Brink Street
Turn right onto IL 173 / West Brink Street
Navigation decision point
4
58.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
|
IL 251 / North 2nd Street
Turn left onto IL 251 / North 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
65.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
US 20 Business / East Jefferson Street
Turn right onto US 20 Business / East Jefferson Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.11 one way
$20.23 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.27 | $11.14 | $22.28 |
| premium | $4.81 | $12.54 | $25.09 |
| diesel | $5.40 | $14.10 | $28.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.28 | $4.24 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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.
Origin
Venetian Village, IL
Late night in Venetian Village on Sunday
Local time
2:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Rockford, IL
Late night in Rockford on Sunday
Local time
2:53 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Partly Cloudy
ENE 5 to 15 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 7:32PM CDT until April 30 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 7:32PM CDT until May 2 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
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
4 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
1h 38m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily surface roads, with only 26% of the drive on highways. You'll encounter your longest stretch without a significant change in road type at 18.8 miles on Kenosha Street. Expect to navigate through towns and local areas for most of this 1 hour 38 minute drive. The transition from highway to surface roads will likely be noticeable as you get closer to Rockford.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.8 mi on Kenosha Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in near IL 173 / West IL Route 173.
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 1h 38m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles (IL 173 / West IL Route 173): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.9 miles (US 14; IL 173 / North Division Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.4 miles (IL 173 / West Brink Street): Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving in Rockford, IL
Full guide →Founded 1852
Rockford is a city in the Rock River Valley in Northern Illinois. With a population of over 145,000 (2019), it is the third largest city in the state.
Top landmarks
- • Kenneth and Phyllis Laurent House — Usonian house
- • Herrick Cobblestone — house in Rockford, Illinois, USA
- • Haight Village Historic District — park in the United States of America
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 1h 38m. Total distance: 66.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (26%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.8 miles on Kenosha Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 1 rest area or service plaza within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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: at 6.1 miles (IL 173 / West IL Route 173): Lane positioning matters here; at 34.9 miles (US 14; IL 173 / North Division Street): Navigation decision point; at 35.4 miles (IL 173 / West Brink Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Rockford, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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