How far is Markham, IL from Le Roy, IL?
The driving distance from Markham, IL to Le Roy, IL is about 128.3 miles (206.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 07m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 33m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Markham and Le Roy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Markham and Le Roy.
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Start on 163rd Street
20 m · 7 sec · 163rd Street
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Turn right onto Kedzie Avenue
2913 ft · 1 min · Kedzie Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 80 West
2482 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
28 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
1900 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
79 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Towanda
1442 ft · 27 sec
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Turn straight onto North 1900 East Road
2035 ft · 44 sec · North 1900 East Road
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Continue on North Jefferson Street
2706 ft · 1 min · North Jefferson Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Hely Street
1225 ft · 35 sec · West Hely Street
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Continue on Towanda-Barnes Road
3 mi · 5 min · Towanda-Barnes Road
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Continue on North Towanda Barnes Road
6.8 mi · 11 min · North Towanda Barnes Road
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Turn left
8.8 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto North West Street
39 m · 3 sec · North West Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North West Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Markham and Le Roy.
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 55 South
Merge slight left
79 mi · 01h 25m
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 Markham and Showers And Thunderstorms near Le Roy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Markham to Le Roy?
The road trip is about 128.3 miles (206.4 km) and usually takes 02h 33m 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?
Dwight is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.1 miles from Markham and 64.2 miles from Le Roy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.3 miles (164.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 26 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 1:22 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.13 one way or $42.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Markham and Showers And Thunderstorms near Le Roy.
Stop Ideas Near Dwight
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 Dwight.
Dwight station
Pontiac station
Kankakee
Gilman
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Markham and Le Roy. Straight-line distance: 102.33 mi (164.69 km).
#1 Markham
A city located in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 13,400 |
| Coordinates | 41.5936500, -87.6947700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Le Roy
City in McLean County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 3,498 |
| Coordinates | 40.3519800, -88.7642400 |
| Altitude | 241 |
| Country | United States |
End: Le Roy (-88.76424, 40.35198)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 206 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $21.13 | $42.26 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $23.97 | $47.95 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $26.44 | $52.88 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $29.77 | $59.53 |
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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