Rest Stops NearbyRest areaI-55 · Southbound
Coalfield Rest Area
Coalfield Rest Area is a rest area on I-55 southbound in Illinois, at mile 64 near Waggoner. A federal truck parking survey counted 28 spaces for big rigs here. Mapped amenities include restrooms and drinking water. After this, southbound drivers reach Homestead Rest Area about 36 miles later. Springfield, IL is the closest big city, about 31 miles away as the crow flies.
| Highway | I-55 · Southbound |
|---|---|
| Mile marker | 64 |
| Location | Waggoner, Montgomery County, Illinois Directions (39.3518, -89.6444) |
| Amenities | Restrooms, Drinking water |
| Truck parking | 28 spaces (FHWA survey) |
| Operator | Illinois Department of Transportation |
Sources: FHWA/BTS National Transportation Atlas Database (2019 survey); OpenStreetMap volunteers for the facilities. Closed, moved or wrong? Tell us.
Next rest stops on I-55
Heading southbound
Homestead Rest Area
about 36 miles · Rest area near Hamel
Heading northbound
Railsplitter Rest Area
38 miles · Rest area near Spaulding
Other side of the highway: Coalfield Rest Area (Northbound).
Can you sleep here?
Illinois limits stays at rest areas to 3 hours.
More rest stops
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Coalfield Rest Area?
On I-55 southbound at mile 64 near Waggoner in Montgomery County, Illinois. Use the Directions link for navigation.
Which direction does Coalfield Rest Area serve?
Southbound traffic on I-55. Traffic the other way uses Coalfield Rest Area.
Does Coalfield Rest Area have restrooms?
Yes, restrooms are mapped here.
How far is the next rest stop after Coalfield Rest Area?
Southbound: Homestead Rest Area, about 36 miles. Northbound: Railsplitter Rest Area, 38 miles.
Can you sleep at Coalfield Rest Area?
Illinois limits stays at rest areas to 3 hours.
Is there truck parking at Coalfield Rest Area?
28 truck spaces, per FHWA data.
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