Coachbuilt motorhome
Villa Park
6 travelers
New
From
US$80
Campervan and Motorhome hire — Illinois
Find a wide selection of campervans and motorhomes for hire in Illinois and the surrounding area. Discover unique vehicles offered by private owners: from compact campervans for 2 people, perfect for couples, to spacious 6-berth motorhomes, ideal for families. Flexibility, competitive prices and insurance included.
Motorhomes available for hire — Illinois
From sleek A-class models to versatile coachbuilts and low-profiles, there’s a motorhome for every adventure—whether you need a compact getaway for two or a spacious multi-berth for the whole family.
Coachbuilt motorhome
Villa Park
6 travelers
New
From
US$80
Coachbuilt motorhome
Villa Park
7 travelers
New
From
US$80
Why hire a campervan or motorhome in Illinois
Illinois — a region worth exploring
Illinois stretches roughly 630 km from its northern border with Wisconsin to the southern tip where the Ohio and Mississippi rivers meet, making it one of the longest north-to-south states in the American Midwest. Chicago's lakefront along Lake Michigan offers 42 km of public shoreline, while further south the Shawnee National Forest shelters dramatic rock formations such as Garden of the Gods and Giant City State Park. Between these extremes you can explore Starved Rock State Park's 18 canyons near Utica, drive the original Route 66 corridor from Chicago to East St. Louis (roughly 480 km), and visit the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum in Springfield. The distance from Chicago to Galena in the northwest is about 260 km, passing through rolling farmland and the Driftless Area's wooded bluffs — terrain that rewards a slower pace in a campervan. Flat prairie highways make most of Illinois easy to navigate in a motorhome, though the winding roads of the Shawnee Hills add welcome variety. With Yescapa's peer-to-peer platform, you can hire a campervan directly from local owners across the state, choosing from a wide range of vehicle types to suit your group and your route. Whether you want a compact van for a weekend at Starved Rock or a fully equipped motorhome for a fortnight-long tour of Illinois, you will find options that fit your plans and your budget.
Best time to visit
Late spring through to autumn is ideal for a campervan trip in Illinois. May and June bring comfortable temperatures and blooming wildflowers across the Shawnee National Forest, while September and October reward travellers with spectacular autumn colour along the Great River Road. Summer is peak season, and events like the Illinois State Fair in Springfield each August draw large crowds. Booking early on Yescapa for July and August helps you secure the best choice of vehicles. The peer-to-peer model often means more competitive hire rates outside peak months, so a spring or autumn trip through Illinois can be both quieter and more affordable.
The best road trips in Illinois
To help you plan your trip, we have selected six unmissable road trips, suitable for all travelers.
The Starved Rock Loop
200 km 3–6 days
This 200 km loop from Utica takes in Starved Rock State Park's sandstone canyons and Matthiessen State Park's waterfalls. Allow 3–6 days to hike the trails and explore the charming Illinois River towns. Ideal for a compact campervan.
Galena and the Driftless Area
250 km 3–6 days
Cover 250 km through northwest Illinois, starting in Galena's historic Main Street and winding through the Driftless Area's wooded bluffs to Apple River Canyon State Park. Three to six days lets you enjoy scenic overlooks and local wineries at a relaxed pace.
The Route 66 Heritage Trail
400 km 5–8 days
Follow 400 km of the original Route 66 through Illinois, from Chicago south through Pontiac and Springfield to Collinsville. Over 5–8 days, stop at roadside landmarks and the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum. Suits both campervans and motorhomes.
The Great River Road
450 km 5–8 days
Trace 450 km along the Mississippi River from Galena south to Alton, passing through Nauvoo and Grafton. Allow 5–8 days to take in river bluffs, Pere Marquette State Park, and the Meeting of the Great Rivers Scenic Route. A motorhome gives you extra comfort on this longer drive.
Illinois North to South
600 km 7–11 days
Spanning 600 km from Chicago to the Shawnee National Forest, this route crosses the full length of Illinois. Over 7–11 days, visit Starved Rock, Springfield, and Garden of the Gods. Flat interstates and well-maintained roads suit any size of campervan or motorhome.
The Grand Illinois Tour
800 km 10–15 days
An 800 km circuit covering the state's highlights over 10–15 days. Start in Chicago, head northwest to Galena, south along the Mississippi to Alton, east through the Shawnee Hills, and back north via Springfield. Campsites are plentiful along the way.
Rent a campervan on Yescapa: how does it work?
Discover step by step how we work. We accompany you at every stage of the rental process, both owners and travellers.
Discover
Find the perfect vehicle
Find for a leisure vehicle near you or a destination idea according to your planned route, then specify the pick-up and return dates. The perfect vehicle for your road trip holiday is waiting for you!
Connecting people
Confirm your booking
Make one or more booking requests for leisure vehicles that have caught your eye and wait for the owners' responses. Once your request has been accepted, all you have to do is confirm your booking.
Pick-up
Go on an adventure
On the pick-up date, collect the vehicle and listen to the valuable advice of the owner for handling it; you are ready hit the road with family, as a couple or with friends.
Return
All good things must come to an end...
Once again, with the owner complete the vehicle condition check and sign the Rental Agreement as well as exchange your travel stories. All you have to do is imagine your next road trip!
Campsites and road information in Illinois
Recommended campsites
Illinois offers a good spread of campsites, from lakeside pitches on Lake Michigan to forested spots in the Shawnee Hills. Many state park campgrounds provide electric hook-ups, drinking water, showers, and toilet blocks suitable for both campervans and motorhomes. Sites in southern Illinois tend to be more secluded and wooded, while those in the north offer easy access to Chicago and the prairie landscape.
- Illinois Beach State Park Campground ZionElectric hook-ups, showers, toilets, beach access, nature trails
- Starved Rock State Park Campground UticaElectric hook-ups, showers, toilets, hiking trails, visitor centre
- Pere Marquette State Park Campground GraftonElectric hook-ups, showers, toilets, river access, horse trails
- Giant City State Park Campground MakandaElectric hook-ups, showers, toilets, climbing area, nature centre
- Lake Le-Aqua-Na State Recreation Area LenaElectric hook-ups, showers, toilets, fishing lake, picnic areas
- Camp Sullivan Oak ForestTent and RV pitches, toilets, fire rings, woodland trails
What you need to know about roads and motorways in Illinois
Illinois has no toll roads specifically for motorhomes, but several tollways operate around Chicago, including the I-90 (Jane Addams Memorial Tollway) and I-88 (Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway). Tolls are collected electronically via I-PASS or online payment. Speed limits on interstate highways are generally 105 km/h (65 mph), though some rural stretches allow 113 km/h (70 mph). Larger motorhomes and campervans should keep to the right-hand lanes on multi-lane roads. Rest areas with free parking are well spaced along major interstates. Outside the Chicago metro area, roads are predominantly flat and straight, making them very comfortable for larger vehicles.
Frequently asked questions
For couples or solo travellers, a compact campervan with a two-berth layout is perfect for navigating Illinois's smaller state park roads. Families or groups of four to six will be more comfortable in a larger motorhome with a fixed bed and dinette. On Yescapa you can filter by berth count and vehicle size, so it is easy to match the right vehicle to your group and your planned route through Illinois.
Yes, many vehicle owners on Yescapa welcome pets aboard. Each listing clearly states whether dogs are allowed, so you can filter for pet-friendly options when searching. Illinois's state parks, including Starved Rock and Giant City, generally permit dogs on leads, giving you and your four-legged companion plenty of space to explore together on your trip.
Prices on Yescapa vary depending on vehicle type, season, and trip length. As a guide, a compact campervan in Illinois might start from around €80–€120 per night, while a larger motorhome could range from €130–€200. Because Yescapa is a peer-to-peer platform, you are hiring directly from local owners, which often means more competitive rates than traditional hire companies.
On Yescapa, motorhomes and campervans are listed by private owners across Illinois, so pick-up locations vary. You will find vehicles available in and around Chicago, Springfield, and the greater Peoria area, among other spots. Use the map search on Yescapa to find owners near your starting point and arrange a convenient collection time directly with them.
Flexibility is your best friend. Travelling in spring or autumn rather than peak summer can lower nightly rates considerably. On Yescapa, you can compare prices from multiple local owners in Illinois and take advantage of weekly discounts that many offer for longer hires. Booking well in advance also gives you the widest choice of vehicles and the best chance of securing a competitive price.
What our users say about our campervans and motorhomes in Illinois
Colm
5 / 5
Eduardo is a wonderful person, very responsive to messages and generally couldn't be more helpful. Campervan is very well equipped and we had a wonderful experience.
Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5
He is a very nice guy, the van was very clean and everything was in good conditions!
Sean
5 / 5
Excellent in every way! Camper had everything needed for a very comfortable trip and holiday. Andres was very obliging and an absolute pleasure to deal with! I would highly recommend this choice.
Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5
Una pareja muy amable y simpática, han tratado la furgoneta muy bien y no ha habido ningun problema
Suleman
5 / 5
That was nice and smooth
Patricia Cora Noël
5 / 5
Fueron dos chicas muy amables y atentas. Han cuidado la furgoneta muy bien y la han devuelto en perfecto estado