How far is Markham, IL from Shorewood, IL?
The driving distance from Markham, IL to Shorewood, IL is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.7 miles (43 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 23m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Markham and Shorewood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Markham and Shorewood.
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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
27.4 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North: Chicago
1.3 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1090 ft · 14 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 59 North: Shorewood, Plainfield
1273 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on IL 59 North: Shorewood, Plainfield
846 ft · 22 sec
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Continue on Route 59
148 m · 8 sec · Route 59
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Take the ramp straight
1464 ft · 31 sec
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Continue on Cottage Street
1 mi · 2 min · Cottage Street
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Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
758 ft · 24 sec · West Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto Summer Street
551 ft · 24 sec · Summer Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Summer Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Markham and Shorewood.
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.
I 80 West
Merge slight left
27.4 mi · 00h 34m
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 Markham and Showers And Thunderstorms near Shorewood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Markham to Shorewood?
The road trip is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km) and usually takes 00h 41m 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?
New Lenox is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Markham and 15.8 miles from Shorewood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.7 miles (43 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 7:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.18 one way or $10.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Markham and Showers And Thunderstorms near Shorewood.
Stop Ideas Near New Lenox
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 New Lenox.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Markham and Shorewood. Straight-line distance: 26.7 mi (42.97 km).
#1 Markham
A city located in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 13,400 |
| Coordinates | 41.5936500, -87.6947700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Shorewood
Village in Illinois
| Population | 17,495 |
| Coordinates | 41.5200300, -88.2017300 |
| Altitude | 176 |
| Country | United States |
End: Shorewood (-88.20173, 41.52003)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.67 | $5.18 | $10.36 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $5.87 | $11.75 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $6.48 | $12.96 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $7.29 | $14.59 |
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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