How far is Lakewood, IL from Cicero, IL?
The driving distance from Lakewood, IL to Cicero, IL is about 214.6 miles (345.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 184.2 miles (296.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving 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 04h 26m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakewood and Cicero.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood and Cicero.
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Start on 750 North
2 mi · 5 min · 750 North
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 1300 East
5.5 mi · 10 min · 1300 East
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 1300 N
1.8 mi · 3 min · 1300 N
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Continue on West Main Street
3.5 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Route 16
10.2 mi · 15 min · Route 16
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Continue on Kentucky Avenue
1.3 km · 1 min · Kentucky Avenue
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Continue on Route 16
5.2 mi · 8 min · Route 16
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Continue on Illinois Route 16
1.3 mi · 2 min · Illinois Route 16
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Continue on Marshall Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · Marshall Avenue
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Continue on Route 16
1.5 mi · 2 min · Route 16
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Continue on Marshall Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Marshall Avenue
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Turn left onto South 21st Street
1164 ft · 21 sec · South 21st Street
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Turn right onto Charleston Avenue
3.2 mi · 6 min · Charleston Avenue
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Turn right onto I-57 North: Champaign
1422 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
152.3 mi · 2 hr 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Vollmer Road
1475 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Vollmer Road West
159 m · 17 sec
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Turn right onto Vollmer Road
1892 ft · 40 sec · Vollmer Road
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Turn left onto Cicero Avenue
10.8 mi · 17 min · Cicero Avenue
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Continue on South Cicero Avenue
10.6 mi · 17 min · South Cicero Avenue
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Turn left onto West 31st Street
2705 ft · 58 sec · West 31st Street
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Turn right onto South Laramie Avenue
1 km · 1 min · South Laramie Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Laramie Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakewood and Cicero.
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
152 mi · 02h 44m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lakewood and Showers And Thunderstorms near Cicero.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lakewood to Cicero?
The road trip is about 214.6 miles (345.4 km) and usually takes 04h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ludlow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 107.4 miles from Lakewood and 107.2 miles from Cicero.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 184.2 miles (296.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.55 one way or $57.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 67.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Lakewood and Showers And Thunderstorms near Cicero.
Stop Ideas Near Ludlow
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 Ludlow.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakewood and Cicero. Straight-line distance: 184.23 mi (296.49 km).
#1 Lakewood
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 3,967 |
| Coordinates | 39.3250400, -88.8995200 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cicero
Town in Illinois
| Population | 79,727 |
| Coordinates | 41.8455900, -87.7539400 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cicero (-87.75394, 41.84559)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 345 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 40m |
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 | $28.55 | $57.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $32.20 | $64.39 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $35.23 | $70.46 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $40.15 | $80.30 |
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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