How far is Washburn, IL from Markham, IL?
The driving distance from Washburn, IL to Markham, IL is about 118.5 miles (190.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 95.1 miles (153.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 54m 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 01h 57m.
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.
City in LaSalle County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Washburn and Markham.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washburn and Markham.
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Start on North Jefferson Street
1857 ft · 37 sec · North Jefferson Street
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Continue on East State Street
5.4 mi · 10 min · East State Street
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Continue on 2160 E Rd
3 mi · 5 min · 2160 E Rd
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Turn right onto 700 North Road
9.2 mi · 14 min · 700 North Road
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Take the ramp slight left
1749 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
23.2 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 East: Chicago
1 km · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
75.4 mi · 1 hr 25 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 Washburn 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 80 East
Merge slight left
75.4 mi · 01h 25m
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 then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Washburn and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near Markham.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Washburn to Markham?
The road trip is about 118.5 miles (190.7 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
Marseilles is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59.2 miles from Washburn and 59.3 miles from Markham.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 95.1 miles (153.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.4 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 2:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.76 one way or $31.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Washburn and Patchy Fog then Partly Sunny near Markham.
Stop Ideas Near Marseilles
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 Marseilles.
Dwight station
Plano
Mendota station
Pontiac station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Washburn and Markham. Straight-line distance: 95.11 mi (153.07 km).
#1 Washburn
Village mostly in Woodford County, Illinois, USA
| Population | 1,064 |
| Coordinates | 40.9192000, -89.2912000 |
| Altitude | 210 |
| 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: 191 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $15.76 | $31.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.78 | $35.56 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.45 | $38.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.17 | $44.34 |
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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