How far is Chicago, IL from Oakley, IL?
The driving distance from Chicago, IL to Oakley, IL is about 172.7 miles (278 km), with a travel time of about 03h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.1 miles (240 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 25m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Iroquois County, Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chicago and Oakley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chicago and Oakley.
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Start on the route
943 ft · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Cermak Road
947 ft · 26 sec · West Cermak Road
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Turn left onto South Halsted Street
737 ft · 17 sec · South Halsted Street
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Turn right onto South Canalport Avenue
87 m · 6 sec · South Canalport Avenue
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Turn slight right
34 m · 5 sec
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Take the ramp straight toward I 90 East, I 94 East
139 m · 11 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90, I 94 East: Indiana
929 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left onto Dan Ryan Expressway
1.2 km · 48 sec · Dan Ryan Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
8.8 mi · 12 min · Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
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Keep slight right to continue on I 57 South: Memphis
123.2 mi · 2 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 72 West: Decatur
2596 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
31.5 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Argenta
1277 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto Argenta Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · Argenta Road
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Keep slight left to continue on County Highway 25
527 ft · 14 sec · County Highway 25
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Continue on Caleb Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Caleb Road
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Keep slight right to continue on North Oakley Road
3.9 mi · 9 min · North Oakley Road
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Turn right onto Shelby Street
736 ft · 34 sec · Shelby Street
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Turn right onto South Center Street
660 ft · 31 sec · South Center Street
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Turn right onto East North Street
16 m · 2 sec · East North Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East North Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chicago and Oakley.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 57 South
Keep slight right to continue on I 57 South: Memphis
123 mi · 02h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Drizzle leaving Chicago and Slight Chance Drizzle near Oakley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chicago to Oakley?
The road trip is about 172.7 miles (278 km) and usually takes 03h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gilman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.4 miles from Chicago and 86.4 miles from Oakley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.1 miles (240 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:10 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.10 one way or $56.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Drizzle around Chicago and Slight Chance Drizzle near Oakley.
Stop Ideas Near Gilman
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Gilman.
Gilman
Kankakee
Dwight station
Rantoul
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chicago and Oakley. Straight-line distance: 149.15 mi (240.04 km).
#1 Chicago
The third most populous city in the United States and the center of the Chicago metropolitan area.
| Population | 2,677,643 |
| Coordinates | 41.850033, -87.6500523 |
| Altitude | 179 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oakley
Township in Macon County, Illinois
| Population | 988 |
| Coordinates | 39.8761500, -88.8059100 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oakley (-88.80591, 39.87615)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.61 | $28.10 | $56.21 |
| Mid-grade | $5.24 | $31.96 | $63.93 |
| Premium | $5.79 | $35.34 | $70.69 |
| Diesel | $6.59 | $40.21 | $80.42 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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