How far is Momence, IL from Chicago, IL?
The driving distance from Momence, IL to Chicago, IL is about 53.9 miles (86.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.2 miles (76 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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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 01h 06m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Momence and Chicago.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Momence and Chicago.
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Start on North Dixie Highway
5.8 mi · 9 min · North Dixie Highway
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Continue on South Main Street
1335 ft · 40 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Taylor Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Taylor Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road East 1241 North
3.9 mi · 5 min · County Road East 1241 North
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Continue on South Dixie Highway
6.2 mi · 10 min · South Dixie Highway
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Continue on Calumet Expressway
15.5 mi · 21 min · Calumet Expressway
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Continue on Bishop Ford Freeway
7.9 mi · 11 min · Bishop Ford Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Bishop Ford Freeway
2.8 mi · 4 min · Bishop Ford Freeway
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Continue on Dan Ryan Expressway
3.3 mi · 5 min · Dan Ryan Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
6.2 mi · 9 min · Dan Ryan Expressway (Express)
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Take the exit slight right toward Canalport Avenue, Cermak Road
1620 ft · 40 sec
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Turn slight left onto South Ruble Street
74 m · 7 sec · South Ruble Street
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Turn slight left
23 m · 5 sec
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Turn left onto South Canalport Avenue
887 ft · 26 sec · South Canalport Avenue
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Turn left onto South Halsted Street
737 ft · 19 sec · South Halsted Street
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Turn right onto West Cermak Road
976 ft · 25 sec · West Cermak Road
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Turn left
46 m · 11 sec
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Turn right
794 ft · 58 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Momence and Chicago.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Calumet Expressway
Continue on Calumet Expressway
15.5 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Momence and Mostly Sunny near Chicago.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Momence to Chicago?
The road trip is about 53.9 miles (86.8 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?
Ford Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.9 miles from Momence and 27 miles from Chicago.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.2 miles (76 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 4:18 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.16 one way or $14.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Momence and Mostly Sunny near Chicago.
Stop Ideas Near Ford Heights
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 Ford Heights.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Momence and Chicago. Straight-line distance: 47.22 mi (75.99 km).
#1 Momence
City in Kankakee County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 3,049 |
| Coordinates | 41.1667000, -87.6628100 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chicago
The third most populous city in the United States and the center of the Chicago metropolitan area.
| Population | 2,677,643 |
| Coordinates | 41.850033, -87.6500523 |
| Altitude | 179 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-87.650099, 41.850032)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 87 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $3.77 | $7.16 | $14.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.84 | $17.69 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.08 | $20.16 |
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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