How far is Empire, IL from Markham, IL?
The driving distance from Empire, IL to Markham, IL is about 119.2 miles (191.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.5 miles (166.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 11m 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.
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 02h 05m.
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.
Human settlement in Iroquois County, Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Empire and Markham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Empire and Markham.
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Start on East 150 North Road
2657 ft · 2 min · East 150 North Road
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Turn left onto North 2950 East Road
1682 ft · 1 min · North 2950 East Road
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Turn left
1124 ft · 18 sec
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Turn right onto US 136 East
30 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto East 200 North Road
12.7 mi · 17 min · East 200 North Road
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Continue on County Road 3000 North
5.4 mi · 7 min · County Road 3000 North
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Continue on West Division Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Division Street
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Continue on County Road 3000 North
5.5 mi · 8 min · County Road 3000 North
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Continue on Township Highway 174 East
2.7 mi · 4 min · Township Highway 174 East
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Take the ramp slight right toward I-57 North: Kankakee
2240 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
94.6 mi · 1 hr 43 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Indiana
2657 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 3 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 Empire 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-57 North
Merge slight left
94.6 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Empire 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 Empire to Markham?
The road trip is about 119.2 miles (191.8 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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?
Gilman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 63.6 miles from Empire and 55.6 miles from Markham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.5 miles (166.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 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 2:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.88 one way or $31.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Empire and Showers And Thunderstorms near Markham.
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 Empire and Markham. Straight-line distance: 103.51 mi (166.58 km).
#1 Empire
Township in McLean County, Illinois
| Population | 4,024 |
| Coordinates | 40.3055900, -88.7075700 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| 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: 192 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 29m |
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 | $15.88 | $31.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.91 | $35.81 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.59 | $39.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.33 | $44.66 |
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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