How far is Lockport, IL from River Forest, IL?
The driving distance from Lockport, IL to River Forest, IL is about 34 miles (54.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.7 miles (39.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m 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.
Flight 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 00h 49m.
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.
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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 Lockport and River Forest.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lockport and River Forest.
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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
13.8 mi · 16 min · Veterans Memorial Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 88 Toll: Aurora, Chicago
1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 88 East: Chicago
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
3.2 mi · 4 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
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Keep slight right to continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
6 mi · 8 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
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Merge slight right onto Eisenhower Expressway
4.4 mi · 6 min · Eisenhower Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Des Plaines Avenue
1137 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto Des Plaines Avenue
2741 ft · 2 min · Des Plaines Avenue
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Turn left onto Madison Street
52 m · 6 sec · Madison Street
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Turn right onto Lathrop Avenue
1.3 mi · 4 min · Lathrop Avenue
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Turn right onto Augusta Street
97 m · 11 sec · Augusta Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Augusta Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lockport and River Forest.
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
13.8 mi · 00h 16m
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 Rain Showers near River Forest.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lockport to River Forest?
The road trip is about 34 miles (54.7 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Belmont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Lockport and 17 miles from River Forest.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.7 miles (39.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.3 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 4:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.60 one way or $11.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Lockport and Rain Showers near River Forest.
Stop Ideas Near Belmont
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 Belmont.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lockport and River Forest. Straight-line distance: 24.74 mi (39.81 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 River Forest
Village in Cook County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 10,694 |
| Coordinates | 41.8978100, -87.8139500 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: River Forest (-87.81395, 41.89781)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $5.60 | $11.20 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $6.35 | $12.70 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $7.00 | $14.01 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $7.89 | $15.77 |
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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