How far is Elmwood, IL from Markham, IL?
The driving distance from Elmwood, IL to Markham, IL is about 163.9 miles (263.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 130.9 miles (210.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 38m 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 49m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elmwood and Markham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmwood and Markham.
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Start on West Main Street
30 m · 8 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto North Magnolia Street
4.5 mi · 7 min · North Magnolia Street
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Turn right onto West Tucker Road
2 mi · 3 min · West Tucker Road
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Turn left onto North Bell School Road
1865 ft · 31 sec · North Bell School Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 74 East
1446 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight left
15.4 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 6 North: Chillicothe
2449 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right
9.9 mi · 12 min
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Continue on North Galena Road
2326 ft · 36 sec · North Galena Road
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Continue on North State Route 29
6.1 mi · 8 min · North State Route 29
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Continue on South 4th Street
9.1 mi · 11 min · South 4th Street
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Continue on Railroad Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · Railroad Street
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Continue on County Road 1400 East
17.8 mi · 20 min · County Road 1400 East
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Merge slight right
8.9 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 East: Joliet
2040 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
93 mi · 1 hr 44 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 Elmwood 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 80 East
Merge slight left
93 mi · 01h 44m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Elmwood and Showers And Thunderstorms near Markham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elmwood to Markham?
The road trip is about 163.9 miles (263.8 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?
Ladd is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.4 miles from Elmwood and 78.5 miles from Markham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 130.9 miles (210.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 33 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 12:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.80 one way or $43.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Elmwood and Showers And Thunderstorms near Markham.
Stop Ideas Near Ladd
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elmwood and Markham. Straight-line distance: 130.88 mi (210.63 km).
#1 Elmwood
City in Peoria County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,995 |
| Coordinates | 40.7778200, -89.9665000 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| 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: 264 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $21.80 | $43.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.58 | $49.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.90 | $53.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.66 | $61.31 |
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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