How far is East Hazel Crest, IL from Markham, IL?

Fastest route

The distance from East Hazel Crest, Illinois to Markham, Illinois is approximately 3.8 miles (6.1 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 9 minutes. The fastest route currently, considering traffic conditions, is via 171st St and W 167th St.

Directions

  1. 🚶 Head north on Center Ave toward 173rd St for 0.3 miles.
  2. 🚦 Turn left onto 171st St and continue for 1.0 mile.
  3. ➡️ Turn right onto Robey St and drive for 0.5 miles.
  4. 🚦 Turn left onto W 167th St and continue for 1.5 miles.
  5. ➡️ Turn right onto Kedzie Ave and drive for 0.5 miles.
  6. 🚦 Turn left onto W 163rd St.
  7. 📍 Your destination, Markham, Illinois, will be on the right after a short distance of 85 feet.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Ensure you have a reliable navigation system or use a map application to follow the directions accurately.
  • 🚦 Pay attention to traffic signals and road signs while driving.
  • ⛽ Check your fuel level before starting the journey and refuel if necessary.
  • 🕒 Leave with some extra time to account for any unexpected delays or traffic conditions.
  • 🗺️ Familiarize yourself with the route beforehand to have a general idea of the streets and turns.
  • 📱 Keep your mobile phone fully charged or have a car charger available for emergency use.
  • 🚧 Stay alert and be cautious of any construction zones or road closures that may affect your route.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
3.91 mi
00h 09m
Flight
2.85 mi
4.59 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
2.85 mi
Kilometers
4.59 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
3.91 mi
Kilometers
6.29 km
Drive Time
00h 09m

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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 00h 09m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Markham
Sun, Apr 19, 9:50 AM CDT
Return by in East Hazel Crest
Sun, Apr 19, 9:59 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave East Hazel Crest
2026-04-19T09:41
Arrive Markham
Sun, Apr 19, 9:50 AM CDT
Route Timing
00h 09m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:09 AM to 7:09 PM CDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
8:12 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in East Hazel Crest
10:00 PM CDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
University Park
IL

Village in Will County, Illinois, United States

From East Hazel Crest
1.9 mi
00h 04m
To Markham
1.9 mi
00h 04m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
52°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph WNW
Destination
52°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph WNW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between East Hazel Crest and Markham.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between East Hazel Crest and Markham.

  1. 1

    Start on 174th Street

    25 m · 9 sec · 174th Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Center Avenue

    1994 ft · 2 min · Center Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto 171st Street

    1 mi · 2 min · 171st Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Dixie Highway

    2630 ft · 58 sec · Dixie Highway

  5. 5

    Turn left onto 167th Street

    1.5 mi · 3 min · 167th Street

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Kedzie Avenue

    2618 ft · 60 sec · Kedzie Avenue

  7. 7

    Turn left onto 163rd Street

    20 m · 3 sec · 163rd Street

  8. 8

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 163rd Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between East Hazel Crest and Markham.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
8 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
205.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
167th Street
1.51 mi · 39%
171st Street
1.01 mi · 26%
Dixie Highway
0.5 mi · 13%
Kedzie Avenue
0.5 mi · 13%
Center Avenue
0.38 mi · 10%
174th Street
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

167th Street

Turn left onto 167th Street

1.51 mi · 00h 03m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 09m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+1 mi
2.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
University Park
00h 04m from East Hazel Crest
Leave By
8:12 PM CDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving East Hazel Crest 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 East Hazel Crest to Markham?

The road trip is about 3.9 miles (6.3 km) and usually takes 00h 09m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

University Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.9 miles from East Hazel Crest and 1.9 miles from Markham.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 2.9 miles (4.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.53 one way or $1.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Sunny around East Hazel Crest and Mostly Sunny near Markham.

Stop Ideas Near University Park

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around University Park, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to University Park.

RAIL

Homewood

4 mi away
18015 Park Ave.
RAIL

Dyer station

17 mi away
913 Sheffield Avenue
RAIL

Hammond–Whiting station

18 mi away
1135 South Calumet Ave.
RAIL

Summit

25 mi away
Archer Ave. and South Center Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between East Hazel Crest and Markham. Straight-line distance: 2.85 mi (4.59 km).

East Hazel Crest

#1 East Hazel Crest

Village in United States of America

Population1,479
Coordinates41.5736500, -87.6464300
Altitude189
CountryUnited States
Markham

#2 Markham

A city located in Cook County, Illinois.

Population13,400
Coordinates41.5936500, -87.6947700
Altitude189
CountryUnited States
Start: 174th Street (-87.64643, 41.57365)
End: 163rd Street (-87.694771, 41.593508)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 6 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 03m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 02m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.14 gal
0.52 L · about $0.53
Round trip
$1.06
0.28 gal · 1.04 L
Estimated CO2
1.2 kg one way
Round trip: 2.5 kg / 6 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $0.53 $1.06
Mid-grade $4.25 $0.60 $1.19
Premium $4.65 $0.65 $1.30
Diesel $5.30 $0.74 $1.49

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Illinois · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between East Hazel Crest and Markham. The current time is 09:41:02.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.