Make a Rest Stop in Marion, Illinois if You Travel I-57 to or From Chicago

Located in the heart of Southern Illinois, Marion, Illinois is home to approximately 15,000 residents.   

U.S. Interstate 57 is a main artery running from Chicago to Cairo. 

Near Marion, I-57 branches off into I-24 south to Atlanta, and I-55 south to New Orleans. 

Marion serves as a stop for many travelers who are just passing through. 

What does Marion have to offer for the weary traveler? 

Many choices in lodging are available close to I-57 including Drury Inn, Motel 6, Super 8, Best Inns, Comfort Suites, Comfort Inn, Days Inn, 

The hungry sojourner doesn’t have to drive far from the Interstate to fill the stomachs. For those who don’t want to take much time to eat, there are plenty of choices in fast food close to I-57, including Burger King, McDonald’s, Hardee’s, Wendy’s, Steak-N-Shake, Sonic, Taco Bell, Backyard Burger, Dairy Queen and Fazoli’s. If you have more time to sit down and eat a more leisurely meal, many choices are within a short distance of the exit ramps: Applebee’s, O’Charley’s, Red Lobster, Ryan’s Restaurant, Bob Evans, 17th Street Bar & Grill, Wok & Roll, 20’s Hideout, Cracker Barrel, Tequila’s, Western Sizzlin’, and Ruby Tuesdays. 

If you’re planning on topping off your gas tank during your stop in Marion, your wallet will be still have a little left if you drive a bit farther off the Interstate. Gas stations located away from I-57 on Route 13 typically offer a better price than those closest to the Interstate. 

If you’re needing to do a bit of shopping during your respite in Marion - whether for food, household items, clothing, or home improvement items, your choices closest to the Interstate are Wal-Mart and Sam’s Club, with Walgreen’s, Kroger, Save-a-Lot, Home Depot and the Illinois Centre Mall nearby. The Illinois Centre also features Target, Dillards, Sears and other smaller specialty shops.