How far is Rockford, IL from Mount Morris, IL?
The driving distance from Rockford, IL to Mount Morris, IL is about 27.5 miles (44.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.1 miles (37.1 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 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 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Ogle County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rockford and Mount Morris.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockford and Mount Morris.
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Start on West State Street
546 ft · 23 sec · West State Street
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Turn left onto South Church Street
1519 ft · 37 sec · South Church Street
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Turn left onto Cedar Street
84 m · 5 sec · Cedar Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
4.3 mi · 7 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto South Main Road
9.1 mi · 14 min · South Main Road
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Continue on East Blackhawk Drive
9.2 mi · 14 min · East Blackhawk Drive
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Turn right onto West Mud Creek Road
3.9 mi · 9 min · West Mud Creek Road
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Continue on East Hitt Street
1859 ft · 52 sec · East Hitt Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Route 64
107 m · 6 sec · Route 64
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Continue on East Hitt Street
150 m · 10 sec · East Hitt Street
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Turn right
77 m · 19 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 Rockford and Mount Morris.
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.
East Blackhawk Drive
Continue on East Blackhawk Drive
9.17 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Sunny leaving Rockford and Sunny near Mount Morris.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockford to Mount Morris?
The road trip is about 27.5 miles (44.2 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?
Byron is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.7 miles from Rockford and 13.7 miles from Mount Morris.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.1 miles (37.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.4 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 4:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.66 one way or $7.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rockford and Sunny near Mount Morris.
Stop Ideas Near Byron
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockford and Mount Morris. Straight-line distance: 23.05 mi (37.09 km).
#1 Rockford
The second most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 144,835 |
| Coordinates | 42.2711300, -89.0940000 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mount Morris
Village in Illinois
| Population | 2,776 |
| Coordinates | 42.0503100, -89.4312200 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mount Morris (-89.43122, 42.05031)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 44 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.66 | $7.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.13 | $8.25 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.51 | $9.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.14 | $10.29 |
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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