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Belleville, IL Road Trips

With 45 routes heading out and 42 heading in, Belleville, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 221 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Belleville, IL head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

city in and seat of St. Clair County, Illinois, United States

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Trip Routes

87

Longest Drive

324.2 mi

Waukegan, IL

Quickest Drive

18m

East Saint Louis, IL

Plan Around Belleville, IL

Trips from Belleville, IL

Driving from Belleville, IL

The typical drive from Belleville, IL covers about 221 miles and takes around 4h 10m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 324 miles (6h 13m), while the shortest is just 14 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Belleville, IL include Waukegan, IL (324.2 mi, 6h 13m), Evanston, IL (306 mi, 5h 57m), West Ridge, IL (301.7 mi, 5h 52m), Crystal Lake, IL (301.3 mi, 6h 5m), and Arlington Heights, IL (299.4 mi, 5h 42m). 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 221-mile trip from Belleville, IL, budget about $33 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. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 45 mapped routes leaving Belleville, IL and 42 routes heading into Belleville, IL, covering 87 total connections. Distances range from 14 to 324 miles.

The longest mapped route from Belleville, IL covers 324 miles and takes approximately 6h 13m. Shorter options start at just 14 miles.

The average route from Belleville, IL runs about 221 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 10m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 221-mile trip from Belleville, IL costs roughly $33 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Belleville, IL include Waukegan, IL, Evanston, IL, West Ridge, IL and Crystal Lake, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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