How far is Clinton, IL from Markham, IL?
The driving distance from Clinton, IL to Markham, IL is about 144.8 miles (233.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.6 miles (192.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 19m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Livingston County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Clinton and Markham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton and Markham.
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Start on West Washington Street
33 m · 10 sec · West Washington Street
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Turn left onto North Grant Street
2394 ft · 1 min · North Grant Street
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Continue on West Woodlawn Street
854 ft · 32 sec · West Woodlawn Street
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Turn left onto North Center Street
1 mi · 2 min · North Center Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 51 North: Bloomington
18.5 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
95.2 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Indiana
1.2 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
27.6 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Kedzie Avenue
1232 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Kedzie Avenue
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Turn left onto 163rd Street
20 m · 3 sec · 163rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 163rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Clinton and Markham.
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 74 West
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
95.2 mi · 01h 43m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Clinton and Mostly Sunny near Markham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Clinton to Markham?
The road trip is about 144.8 miles (233.1 km) and usually takes 02h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Odell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.3 miles from Clinton and 72.5 miles from Markham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.6 miles (192.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.27 one way or $38.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Clinton and Mostly Sunny near Markham.
Stop Ideas Near Odell
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 Odell.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Clinton and Markham. Straight-line distance: 119.58 mi (192.44 km).
#1 Clinton
Largest city in DeWitt County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 6,733 |
| Coordinates | 40.1536500, -88.9645300 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Markham
A city located in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 13,400 |
| Coordinates | 41.5936500, -87.6947700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: 163rd Street (-87.694771, 41.593508)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $19.27 | $38.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.73 | $43.47 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.78 | $47.56 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.10 | $54.21 |
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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