How far is Lockport, IL from Oswego, IL?
The driving distance from Lockport, IL to Oswego, IL is about 19.4 miles (31.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.5 miles (26.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 36m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lockport and Oswego.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockport and Oswego.
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Start on West 9th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West 9th Street
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Continue on Renwick Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · Renwick Road
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Turn right onto Weber Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Weber Road
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Turn left onto Airport Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Airport Road
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Continue on Lockport Street
2159 ft · 41 sec · Lockport Street
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Continue on Lockport Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Lockport Road
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Continue on West Lockport Street
1.5 mi · 4 min · West Lockport Street
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Continue on West Lockport Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · West Lockport Road
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Turn right onto Ridge Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · Ridge Road
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Turn left onto Plainfield Road
5.4 mi · 8 min · Plainfield Road
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Continue on East Washington Street
2272 ft · 1 min · East Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lockport and Oswego.
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.
Plainfield Road
Turn left onto Plainfield Road
5.38 mi · 00h 08m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lockport and Rain Showers near Oswego.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lockport to Oswego?
The road trip is about 19.4 miles (31.2 km) and usually takes 00h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Crystal Lawns is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.7 miles from Lockport and 9.7 miles from Oswego.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.5 miles (26.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.17 one way or $6.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Lockport and Rain Showers near Oswego.
Stop Ideas Near Crystal Lawns
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 Crystal Lawns.
Joliet Transportation Center
Naperville
Plano
La Grange Road
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lockport and Oswego. Straight-line distance: 16.48 mi (26.52 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 Oswego
City in and county seat of Oswego County, New York, United States
| Population | 36,696 |
| Coordinates | 41.6828100, -88.3514600 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oswego (-88.35146, 41.68281)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 31 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
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 | $3.17 | $6.34 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $3.97 | $7.94 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $4.47 | $8.94 |
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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