How far is Kewanee, IL from Markham, IL?
The driving distance from Kewanee, IL to Markham, IL is about 129.7 miles (208.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118 miles (189.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m 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 08m.
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.
City in Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kewanee and Markham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kewanee and Markham.
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Start on East 3rd Street
5 m · 8 sec · East 3rd Street
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Turn left onto North Main Street
122 m · 14 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East 2nd Street
2506 ft · 42 sec · East 2nd Street
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Turn slight left onto North East Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · North East Street
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Turn left
12 mi · 18 min
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Turn right onto West Railroad Street
1.6 km · 1 min · West Railroad Street
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Continue on North Mason Street
1757 ft · 29 sec · North Mason Street
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Continue on County Road 1500 N
2.5 mi · 4 min · County Road 1500 N
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Turn left onto IL 40
1.4 mi · 2 min · IL 40
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Take the ramp left
1690 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left
109.4 mi · 2 hr 2 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 Kewanee and Markham.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
IL 40
Merge slight left
109 mi · 02h 02m
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 leaving Kewanee and Rain near Markham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kewanee to Markham?
The road trip is about 129.7 miles (208.8 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Ottawa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.7 miles from Kewanee and 64.9 miles from Markham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118 miles (189.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 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 2:12 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.37 one way or $42.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Kewanee and Rain near Markham.
Stop Ideas Near Ottawa
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 Ottawa.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kewanee and Markham. Straight-line distance: 118.02 mi (189.93 km).
#1 Kewanee
City in Henry County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 12,174 |
| Coordinates | 41.2455900, -89.9248300 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| 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: 209 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $4.67 | $21.37 | $42.73 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $24.24 | $48.47 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $26.73 | $53.47 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $30.10 | $60.19 |
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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