How far is Gages Lake, IL from Rockford, IL?
The driving distance from Gages Lake, IL to Rockford, IL is about 71.6 miles (115.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 57 miles (91.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 42m.
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 Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Chance Rain Showers
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gages Lake and Rockford.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gages Lake and Rockford.
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Start on West Kewaunee Drive
550 ft · 25 sec · West Kewaunee Drive
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Turn right onto North Mill Road
1.4 km · 2 min · North Mill Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Belvidere Road
1 mi · 2 min · Belvidere Road
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Continue on East Belvidere Road
3.4 mi · 5 min · East Belvidere Road
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Turn straight
670 ft · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto East Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Railroad Avenue
2765 ft · 59 sec · Railroad Avenue
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Continue on Round Lake Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Round Lake Road
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Continue on Long Lake Road
1709 ft · 36 sec · Long Lake Road
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Continue on West Big Hollow Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · West Big Hollow Road
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Turn right
10.4 mi · 12 min
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Continue straight
2 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Kenosha Street
17.3 mi · 25 min · Kenosha Street
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Turn left onto North Division Street
2662 ft · 49 sec · North Division Street
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Turn right onto West Brink Street
12.4 mi · 18 min · West Brink Street
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Continue on State Route 173
5.6 mi · 8 min · State Route 173
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Continue on West Lane Road
4.9 mi · 8 min · West Lane Road
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Turn left onto North 2nd Street
7.5 mi · 12 min · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto East Jefferson Street
2128 ft · 45 sec · East Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto North Wyman Street
793 ft · 24 sec · North Wyman Street
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Turn right onto West State Street
23 m · 2 sec · West State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gages Lake and Rockford.
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.
Kenosha Street
Turn left onto Kenosha Street
17.3 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Widespread Frost then Chance Rain Showers leaving Gages Lake and Mostly Sunny near Rockford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gages Lake to Rockford?
The road trip is about 71.6 miles (115.3 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Alden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.1 miles from Gages Lake and 35.5 miles from Rockford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 57 miles (91.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.54 one way or $19.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Chance Rain Showers around Gages Lake and Mostly Sunny near Rockford.
Stop Ideas Near Alden
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 Alden.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gages Lake and Rockford. Straight-line distance: 57.06 mi (91.83 km).
#1 Gages Lake
Census designated place
| Population | 10,198 |
| Coordinates | 42.3516900, -87.9825800 |
| Altitude | 234 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rockford
The second most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 144,835 |
| Coordinates | 42.2711300, -89.0940000 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
End: West State Street (-89.094046, 42.271066)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 115 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 53m |
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 | $9.54 | $19.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.76 | $21.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.77 | $23.55 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.42 | $26.84 |
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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