How far is Moweaqua, IL from Markham, IL?
The driving distance from Moweaqua, IL to Markham, IL is about 180.4 miles (290.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 152.7 miles (245.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 39m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 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.
Human settlement 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 Moweaqua and Markham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moweaqua and Markham.
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Start on East Main Street
69 m · 12 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on North Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto United States Route 51
27.3 mi · 30 min · United States Route 51
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Continue straight
36.6 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 57 North: Chicago
1520 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
109.6 mi · 1 hr 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Indiana
2657 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Kedzie Avenue
1232 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Kedzie Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Kedzie Avenue
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Turn left onto 163rd Street
20 m · 3 sec · 163rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 163rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Moweaqua and Markham.
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 57 North
Merge slight left
110 mi · 01h 59m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Moweaqua and Mostly Sunny near Markham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Moweaqua to Markham?
The road trip is about 180.4 miles (290.3 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Ludlow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.7 miles from Moweaqua and 90.7 miles from Markham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.7 miles (245.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.7 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 12:50 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.02 one way or $48.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Moweaqua and Mostly Sunny near Markham.
Stop Ideas Near Ludlow
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 Ludlow.
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Illinois Terminal
Gilman
Danville, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Moweaqua and Markham. Straight-line distance: 152.74 mi (245.81 km).
#1 Moweaqua
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 1,684 |
| Coordinates | 39.6247600, -89.0189700 |
| Altitude | 194 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Markham
A city located in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 13,400 |
| Coordinates | 41.5936500, -87.6947700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: 163rd Street (-87.694771, 41.593508)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 290 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
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 | $24.02 | $48.04 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.09 | $54.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.65 | $59.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.79 | $67.57 |
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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