Ashland, IL Road Trips

With 9 routes heading out and 9 heading in, Ashland, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 21-mile quick runs to 247-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Ashland, IL spread mainly north and east, covering a wide geographic range.

Trip Routes

18

Longest Drive

247.4 mi

Waukegan, IL

Quickest Drive

27m

Springfield, IL

Plan Around Ashland, IL

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Ashland, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Waukegan, IL to Ashland, IL 247.4 mi · 4h 54m Elgin, IL to Ashland, IL 224.5 mi · 4h 26m Markham, IL to Ashland, IL 201.6 mi · 3h 55m Bremen, IL to Ashland, IL 175.3 mi · 3h 39m

Continue From Ashland, IL

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Ashland, IL to Waukegan, IL 247.2 mi · 4h 54m Ashland, IL to Elgin, IL 233.4 mi · 3h 53m Ashland, IL to Markham, IL 201.1 mi · 3h 15m Ashland, IL to Bremen, IL 166 mi · 2h 55m

Trips from Ashland, IL

Ashland, IL to Waukegan, IL

247.2 mi 4h 54m

Ashland, IL to Elgin, IL

233.4 mi 3h 53m

Ashland, IL to Markham, IL

201.1 mi 3h 15m

Ashland, IL to Bremen, IL

166 mi 2h 55m

Ashland, IL to York, IL

162.3 mi 3h 12m

Ashland, IL to Champaign, IL

105.3 mi 1h 48m

Ashland, IL to North Peoria, IL

90.9 mi 1h 32m

Ashland, IL to Peoria, IL

88.8 mi 1h 30m

Ashland, IL to Springfield, IL

20.9 mi 27m

Driving from Ashland, IL

Expect an average of 146 miles and about 2h 36m behind the wheel when leaving Ashland, IL. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 247 miles (4h 54m), while the shortest is just 21 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Ashland, IL most often head toward Waukegan, IL (247.2 mi, 4h 54m), Elgin, IL (233.4 mi, 3h 53m), Markham, IL (201.1 mi, 3h 15m), Bremen, IL (166 mi, 2h 55m), and York, IL (162.3 mi, 3h 12m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in IL currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 146-mile trip from Ashland, IL, budget about $21 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 9 mapped routes leaving Ashland, IL and 9 routes heading into Ashland, IL, covering 18 total connections. Distances range from 21 to 247 miles.

The longest mapped route from Ashland, IL covers 247 miles and takes approximately 4h 54m. Shorter options start at just 21 miles.

The average route from Ashland, IL runs about 146 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 36m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 146-mile trip from Ashland, IL costs roughly $21 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Ashland, IL include Waukegan, IL, Elgin, IL, Markham, IL and Bremen, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.