Driveway Gravel ordered online by the ton. A dump truck delivers to your Illinois address and unloads right where you point.






Spring thaw is the wet part of the year for driveways in Illinois. That is when a thin base shows up as ruts and soft spots. Adding driveway gravel before the ground dries out prevents deeper damage.
Gravel Monkey delivers driveway gravel by the ton to any address across the state. You pick a delivery date at checkout, and a dump truck brings the material to your site with at least 3 business days lead time. There is no need to visit a yard or arrange pickup.
The most common driveway gravel order in Illinois is our standard Driveway Gravel, which locks together well for a stable surface. For different needs, we offer several other sizes. Each serves a specific purpose from base layers to top dressing.
| Driveway Gravel | General driveway top layer | Compacts firmly and handles daily traffic. |
| 3/8" Driveway Gravel | Smooth top dressing | Comfortable underfoot, ideal for paths and entrances. |
| 3/4" Driveway Gravel | Standard driveway size | Locks together well and sheds water. |
| 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Heavier traffic and soft ground | Handles more weight and resists rutting. |
| 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | Deep base layer | Use under a finer top for stability. |
| 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | Rural lanes, mud control | First lift on soft ground or heavy clay. |
The project determines which size and depth you need. Use this table as a starting point.
| Project | What to order | Depth or note |
| Muddy rural lane | 2"-3" Driveway Gravel | 6 to 8 inches for mud control |
| New driveway base | 1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | 4 to 6 inches, then top with smaller stone |
| Culvert and shoulder repair | 1"-1 1/2" Driveway Gravel | 4 inches, compacted well |
| Parking pad | 3/4" Driveway Gravel | 4 inches, locks together for stable parking |
| Resurfacing an existing driveway | 3/4" Driveway Gravel | 2 to 3 inches over compacted base |
Annual precipitation across the cities we deliver to in Illinois runs from 38 to 46 inches. This rainfall, combined with the clay-heavy soils found in hydrologic groups C and D, means driveways need a thicker gravel base to drain properly.
Freezing days range from 94 to 135 below 32F each year, and most of Illinois falls in the severe band for ground freezing. That frost action can heave a thin base, so base depth should be generous to prevent damage.
Spring thaw is the wet part of the year for driveways, and it is when a thin base shows up as ruts.
We deliver driveway gravel to homes and job sites across Illinois. Here are the cities with dedicated pages:
Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses across Illinois, not only the cities listed here.
To estimate how many tons you need, measure the length and width of your driveway and decide on the depth. Then use our driveway gravel calculator to get a tonnage estimate in seconds.
Driveway gravel is heavy, so dump-truck delivery is the practical choice. Gravel Monkey delivers by the ton to your address anywhere in Illinois. The price is calculated by your ZIP code at checkout.
Orders can be placed for 1 to 40+ tons. Free delivery is available on qualifying orders, and first-time customers can use code FIRSTTIMER50 for $50 off. Learn more on our About Gravel Monkey page, read Customer reviews, and check Delivery information.
You can schedule delivery for any date that is at least 3 business days after placing your order. Choose a morning or afternoon window at checkout. You approve the final schedule by email before the load ships.
Gravel Monkey delivers to addresses across Illinois, not only the cities listed here. A valid phone number is required to confirm the delivery. Orders without one can be delayed or rescheduled.
The smallest load is 1 ton, and the largest is 40+ tons. You can order any amount within that range.
Enter your ZIP code at checkout and the delivered price for driveway gravel will be shown. The price is calculated based on your location.
Enter your ZIP at checkout to see the delivered price for driveway gravel at your Illinois address. Order online today from Gravel Monkey's Illinois hub.
See the delivered price for your address and order driveway gravel by the ton online. Loads run from 1 to over 40 tons, with free delivery on qualifying orders.
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