How far is Markham, IL from Blackhawk, IL?
The driving distance from Markham, IL to Blackhawk, IL is about 167.6 miles (269.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.4 miles (219.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 18m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 39m.
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.
City in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Markham and Blackhawk.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Markham and Blackhawk.
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Start on 163rd Street
20 m · 10 sec · 163rd Street
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Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · Kedzie Avenue
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Turn right onto West 147th Street
1979 ft · 39 sec · West 147th Street
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Turn left onto I 294 North: Wisconsin
3218 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
20.1 mi · 25 min · Tri-State Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 88 West Toll: Aurora
1.5 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on 22nd Street (Cermak Road)
1131 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight right onto Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
24.4 mi · 30 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
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Keep slight left to continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
59.3 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 26: Dixon
1.1 km · 2 min
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Turn right
9.3 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
36.8 mi · 55 min
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Continue straight
11.5 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto Army Depot Road
2563 ft · 1 min · Army Depot Road
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Turn left onto Blackhawk Trail
102 m · 15 sec · Blackhawk Trail
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Blackhawk Trail
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Markham and Blackhawk.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Keep slight left to continue on Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
59.3 mi · 01h 04m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Markham and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Blackhawk.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Markham to Blackhawk?
The road trip is about 167.6 miles (269.8 km) and usually takes 03h 39m 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?
Creston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.6 miles from Markham and 83.9 miles from Blackhawk.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.4 miles (219.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.2 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 9:42 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.57 one way or $55.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Markham and Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Cloudy near Blackhawk.
Stop Ideas Near Creston
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Markham and Blackhawk. Straight-line distance: 136.4 mi (219.52 km).
#1 Markham
A city located in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 13,400 |
| Coordinates | 41.5936500, -87.6947700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Blackhawk
Unincorporated community in Illinois
| Population | 9,587 |
| Coordinates | 42.1875200, -90.2240200 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: Blackhawk (-90.22402, 42.18752)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 270 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $27.57 | $55.14 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $31.28 | $62.55 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $34.50 | $68.99 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $38.83 | $77.67 |
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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