Origin
Blue Ridge, IL
Night in Blue Ridge on Thursday
Local time
10:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blue Ridge, IL to LaPlace, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
52.6 mi
85 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blue Ridge, IL
Beth Fitzpatrick
LaPlace, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
The drive from Blue Ridge, IL to LaPlace, IL covers 52.6 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East 3300 North Road, North 1300 East Road, I 74 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.22 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 52.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 19m drive with frequent turns across 52.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 3300 North Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Blue Ridge, IL to LaPlace, IL is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Blue Ridge, IL to LaPlace, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 3300 North Road | — | — |
| North 1300 East Road | — | — |
| I 74 East | — | — |
| IL 47 | — | — |
| North Lombard Street | — | — |
| East Oak Street | — | — |
| South Division Street | — | — |
| County Road 300 E | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East 3300 North Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blue Ridge, IL and LaPlace, IL.
1
Start on the route
456 ft
·
33 sec
·
the route
2
Turn slight right onto East 3300 North Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East 3300 North Road
3
Turn left onto North 1300 East Road
3.4 mi
·
8 min
·
North 1300 East Road
4
Turn left onto I 74 East: Champaign
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 74 East: Champaign
5
Merge slight left
5.1 mi
·
5 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward IL 47: Mahomet
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
IL 47: Mahomet
7
Turn right onto North Lombard Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Lombard Street
8
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Oak Street
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
East Oak Street
9
Turn left onto South Division Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Division Street
10
Continue on County Road 300 E
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
County Road 300 E
11
Take the ramp right toward I-72 West: Decatur
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
I-72 West: Decatur
12
Merge slight left
20 mi
·
21 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward IL 48: Cisco, Weldon
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
IL 48: Cisco, Weldon
14
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
15
Turn left onto East 1500 North Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1500 North Road
16
Turn right onto North Main Street
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
North Main Street
17
Continue on Carter Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Carter Street
18
Turn left onto North Jackson Street
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
North Jackson Street
19
Turn left onto West Front
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Front
20
Turn left onto South Main Street
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Main Street
21
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.3 mi from Blue Ridge, IL · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.3 miles from Blue Ridge, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in LaPlace, IL
The final approach into LaPlace, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.22 one way
$16.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.12 | $20.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.61 | $23.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.60 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.37 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
LaPlace, IL
Night in LaPlace on Thursday
Local time
10:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Monticello, IL
26 mi in
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 19m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Blue Ridge, IL to LaPlace, IL covers 52.6 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 3300 North Road, North 1300 East Road, I 74 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.3 miles from Blue Ridge, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.22 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Blue Ridge, IL to LaPlace, IL is easy. At 1h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Blue Ridge, IL to LaPlace, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Blue Ridge, IL to LaPlace, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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