What is interstate 57?

Interstate 57 (I-57) is a north-south interstate highway in the United States that stretches from Chicago, Illinois to Memphis, Tennessee. The highway spans approximately 386 miles and passes through the states of Illinois and Missouri along its route.

I-57 begins at an interchange with I-55 in Chicago and heads south through the state of Illinois, passing through cities such as Champaign, Effingham, and Marion. In Missouri, the highway passes through the city of Sikeston before crossing into the state of Tennessee.

In Tennessee, I-57 merges with I-55 and continues south to Memphis, where it terminates at an interchange with I-40. The highway serves as an important transportation route for both regional and long-distance travel, connecting major cities in the Midwest and the South.

I-57 is known for its scenic views of the surrounding countryside, as well as its relatively flat terrain and straight stretches of roadway. The highway also intersects with several other major interstate highways, including I-70, I-74, and I-72, providing important connections to other parts of the country.