What is the best route from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), to Rochelle, IL, ?

The fastest route from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), to Rochelle, IL, covers 21 mi with a driving time of approximately 35 min.

Which direction is Rochelle, IL from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)?

Rochelle, IL lies roughly to the south of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD).

Are there charging stations between Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Rochelle, IL?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to Rochelle, IL, including Pilot Travel Center 1181 (350 kW); Sams Club 8297 (Rockford, IL) (350 kW); Casey's General Store - Tesla Supercharger (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 21.

Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) Rochelle, IL

Distance: 21 miDuration: 35 min

Driving from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to Rochelle, IL takes about 35 min via IL 251. The distance is 21 mi. The straight-line distance is 20 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions10 · 21 mi

1 Depart straight onto Cessna Drive 1 mi
2 Continue left onto Cessna Drive 1 mi
3 At end of road, turn right onto Cessna Drive 1 mi
4 Turn left onto Beltline Road 2 mi
5 Continue straight onto Baxter Road 1 mi
6 Turn right 18 mi
7 Turn left onto Avenue B 1 mi
8 Continue straight onto South Washington Street 1 mi

9 Turn right onto 1st Avenue 1 mi
10 Arrive left onto 1st Avenue

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The return trip from Rochelle, IL to Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) covers roughly the same distance, 21 mi.

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Charging points along the way

21 chargers

Pilot Travel Center 1181CCS · 1201 West IL Route 38, Rochelle, IL, 61068350 kW
Sams Club 8297 (Rockford, IL)CCS, CHAdeMO · 7151 Walton St, Rockford, IL, 61108350 kW
Casey's General Store - Tesla SuperchargerTesla · 330 S 7th Street, Rochelle, IL, 61068250 kW
CherryVale Mall - Tesla SuperchargerTesla · 7200 Harrison Ave, Cherry Valley, IL, 61112250 kW
Eleventh Street Plaza Shopping Center - Tesla SuperchargerTesla · 3168 11th St, Rockford, IL, 61109250 kW

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Rochelle, IL → Malta, IL12 mi · 25 min Rochelle, IL → Compton, IL17 mi · 30 min Rochelle, IL → Franklin Grove, IL17 mi · 30 min Rochelle, IL → Stillman Valley, IL19 mi · 30 min Rochelle, IL → New Milford, IL19 mi · 30 min Rochelle, IL → German Valley, IL42 mi · 1 h 10 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated October 2, 2026.

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How far is it from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), {fromState} to Rochelle, IL, {toState}?: The distance between Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), {fromState} and Rochelle, IL, {toState} is 21 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), {fromState} to Rochelle, IL, {toState}?: The drive from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), {fromState} to Rochelle, IL, {toState} takes approximately 35 min by car.
What is the best route from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), {fromState} to Rochelle, IL, {toState}?: The fastest route from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD), {fromState} to Rochelle, IL, {toState} covers 21 mi with a driving time of approximately 35 min.
Which direction is Rochelle, IL from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)?: Rochelle, IL lies roughly to the south of Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD).
Which roads does the route from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to Rochelle, IL follow?: The drive from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to Rochelle, IL mainly follows IL 251.
Are there charging stations between Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) and Rochelle, IL?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) to Rochelle, IL, including Pilot Travel Center 1181 (350 kW); Sams Club 8297 (Rockford, IL) (350 kW); Casey's General Store - Tesla Supercharger (250 kW). Charging points on this route: 21.

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