How far is Hebron, IL from Rockford, IL?
The driving distance from Hebron, IL to Rockford, IL is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 36.5 miles (58.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hebron and Rockford.
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Start on Prairie Avenue
36 m · 7 sec · Prairie Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
69 m · 13 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto Maple Avenue
10.8 mi · 16 min · Maple Avenue
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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 Hebron 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.
West Brink Street
Turn right onto West Brink Street
12.4 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Sunny leaving Hebron and Sunny near Rockford.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hebron to Rockford?
The road trip is about 41.8 miles (67.2 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Poplar Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.1 miles from Hebron and 20.7 miles from Rockford.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 36.5 miles (58.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.54 one way or $11.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hebron and Sunny near Rockford.
Stop Ideas Near Poplar Grove
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 Poplar Grove.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hebron and Rockford. Straight-line distance: 36.51 mi (58.75 km).
#1 Hebron
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 1,114 |
| Coordinates | 42.4716900, -88.4323200 |
| Altitude | 283 |
| 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: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.54 | $11.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.84 | $13.68 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.80 | $15.59 |
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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