Illinois has 71 rest areas and rest stops along its interstate highways, and this guide maps every one of them so you can plan safe breaks before you drive. The stops below are organized by interstate and mile marker, with the exit or mile marker, direction of travel, and on-site amenities for each location — from restrooms and picnic areas to gas, food, and RV dump stations. Rest area spacing in Illinois varies by route and by region, so it helps to know where your next stop is in advance, especially on long rural stretches. Use the table to map your route across I-24, I-39, I-55, I-57, I-64, I-70, I-72, I-74, I-80, I-88, I-90, I-94, I-294, tap any rest area for full details and directions, or use Find rest areas near me to locate the closest stop to your current location.
Illinois has 1 rest areas on Interstate 24. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 39
Illinois has 4 rest areas on Interstate 39. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 55
Illinois has 10 rest areas on Interstate 55. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 57
Illinois has 14 rest areas on Interstate 57. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 64
Illinois has 5 rest areas on Interstate 64. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 70
Illinois has 5 rest areas on Interstate 70. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 72
Illinois has 2 rest areas on Interstate 72. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 74
Illinois has 9 rest areas on Interstate 74. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 80
Illinois has 5 rest areas on Interstate 80. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 88
Illinois has 2 rest areas on Interstate 88. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 90
Illinois has 4 rest areas on Interstate 90. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 94
Illinois has 2 rest areas on Interstate 94. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Illinois Rest Areas on Interstate 294
Illinois has 8 rest areas on Interstate 294. See mile markers and amenities in the table above.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many rest areas are in Illinois?
Illinois has 71 rest areas and rest stops across 13 interstate highways. You can see every location, with its mile marker and amenities, in the table above.
Which interstates in Illinois have rest areas?
Rest areas in Illinois are located along I-24, I-39, I-55, I-57, I-64, I-70, I-72, I-74, I-80, I-88, I-90, I-94, I-294. Each stop is listed above with its mile marker, direction of travel, and a link to full details and directions.
How far apart are rest areas in Illinois?
Spacing varies by interstate and region and is typically every 40-80 miles, with longer gaps on rural routes. Use the mile markers in the table above to gauge the distance between consecutive stops.
What amenities do Illinois rest areas have?
Across Illinois, 16 have gas stations nearby, 16 offer food service, 53 have pet exercise areas, 54 have vending machines. Check each listing for the full amenity list.
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