How far is Near South Side, IL from Lockport, IL?
The driving distance from Near South Side, IL to Lockport, IL is about 33.9 miles (54.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29 miles (46.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 00h 46m.
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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 Near South Side and Lockport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Near South Side and Lockport.
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Start on the route
131 m · 37 sec
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Turn left onto East 18th Street
646 ft · 17 sec · East 18th Street
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Turn left onto South State Street
157 m · 20 sec · South State Street
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Turn right onto South Archer Avenue
955 ft · 22 sec · South Archer Avenue
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Turn left onto South Clark Street
790 ft · 20 sec · South Clark Street
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Turn right onto West Cermak Road
101 m · 18 sec · West Cermak Road
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Turn left onto I 55 South
907 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 South: St. Louis
2448 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left onto Stevenson Expressway
6.3 mi · 9 min · Stevenson Expressway
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Continue on Adlai E Stevenson Expressway
1739 ft · 27 sec · Adlai E Stevenson Expressway
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Continue on Adlai Stevenson Expressway
15.9 mi · 22 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 355 South Toll, I 355 North Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
1541 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 355 Tollway South: Southwest Suburbs
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Tollway
6.5 mi · 7 min · Veterans Memorial Tollway
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 7: 159th Street
2113 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto West 159th Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West 159th Street
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Continue on East 9th Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · East 9th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 9th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Near South Side and Lockport.
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.
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Continue on Adlai Stevenson Expressway
15.9 mi · 00h 22m
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 Near South Side and Mostly Cloudy near Lockport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Near South Side to Lockport?
The road trip is about 33.9 miles (54.5 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Burr Ridge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.5 miles from Near South Side and 16.3 miles from Lockport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29 miles (46.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.48 one way or $10.96 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Near South Side and Mostly Cloudy near Lockport.
Stop Ideas Near Burr Ridge
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Near South Side and Lockport. Straight-line distance: 28.97 mi (46.63 km).
#1 Near South Side
Near South Side is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.8567000, -87.6247700 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lockport
The most populous city in Will County, Illinois.
| Population | 59,877 |
| Coordinates | 41.5894800, -88.0578400 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 9th Street (-88.057844, 41.589471)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.61 | $5.48 | $10.96 |
| Mid-grade | $5.24 | $6.24 | $12.47 |
| Premium | $5.79 | $6.89 | $13.79 |
| Diesel | $6.59 | $7.84 | $15.69 |
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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