Lockport, Illinois to Ottawa, Illinois: Road Trip Guide & Distance

44 miles 70.8 km · straight line
57.2 miles estimated 92 km · driving distance
1h 9min estimated drive time
$6 - $7 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
248° WSW bearing direction

How far is Lockport, Illinois from Ottawa, Illinois?

The distance from Lockport, Illinois to Ottawa, Illinois is 44 miles (70.8 km) as the crow flies. Ottawa, Illinois is located WSW of Lockport, Illinois. By car, the driving distance is approximately 57.2 miles, taking about 1h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lockport, Illinois and Ottawa, Illinois. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Lockport, Illinois to Ottawa, Illinois

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 9min $6 - $7 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 23min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Lockport, Illinois & Ottawa, Illinois

Quick Facts

Lockport, Illinois
41.59°N, 88.06°W
America/Chicago
181m elevation
Ottawa, Illinois
41.35°N, 88.84°W
America/Chicago
147m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 566 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients