Illinois, United States
Historic Route 66 Illinois
Original Mother Road through Illinois with classic diners and neon.
Chicago → Litchfield
- Distance
- 248 mi
- Level
- Easy
- Type
- Scenic
- Season
- April - November
Highlights
- Chain of Rocks Bridge area
- Gemini Giant
- Route 66 Hall of Fame
Must ride
★ 8.1/ 10
Risks
Fuel stops
Food stops
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