How far is Lockport, IL from Mount Prospect, IL?
The driving distance from Lockport, IL to Mount Prospect, IL is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.6 miles (54 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 58m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Downers Grove, Lisle, and York Townships, DuPage County, Illinois, US
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lockport and Mount Prospect.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockport and Mount Prospect.
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Start on West 9th Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · West 9th Street
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Continue on West 159th Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West 159th Street
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Turn left onto I 355 North: West Suburbs
2577 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Tollway
27 mi · 33 min · Veterans Memorial Tollway
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Merge slight left
4.6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
1888 ft · 48 sec
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Continue on East Frontage Road
1.6 km · 2 min · East Frontage Road
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Turn right onto Golf Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Golf Road
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Continue on West Golf Road
3221 ft · 58 sec · West Golf Road
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Turn left onto South Arlington Heights Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Arlington Heights Road
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Turn right onto East Central Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · East Central Road
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Turn slight right onto West Northwest Highway
2006 ft · 43 sec · West Northwest Highway
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Turn sharp left onto South Main Street
958 ft · 24 sec · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Central Road
54 m · 6 sec · West Central Road
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Turn right
16 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lockport and Mount Prospect.
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.
Veterans Memorial Tollway
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Tollway
27 mi · 00h 33m
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 Lockport and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mount Prospect.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lockport to Mount Prospect?
The road trip is about 42.2 miles (67.9 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?
Downers Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.1 miles from Lockport and 21.1 miles from Mount Prospect.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.6 miles (54 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 4:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.95 one way or $13.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Lockport and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mount Prospect.
Stop Ideas Near Downers Grove
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lockport and Mount Prospect. Straight-line distance: 33.54 mi (53.97 km).
#1 Lockport
The most populous city in Will County, Illinois.
| Population | 59,877 |
| Coordinates | 41.5894800, -88.0578400 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mount Prospect
Village in Elk Grove and Wheeling Townships in Cook County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 53,299 |
| Coordinates | 42.0664200, -87.9372900 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mount Prospect (-87.93729, 42.06642)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 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 | $4.67 | $6.95 | $13.90 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $7.89 | $15.77 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $8.70 | $17.39 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $9.79 | $19.58 |
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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