Origin
Bonnie, IL
Afternoon in Bonnie on Wednesday
Local time
4:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bonnie, IL to Bluford, IL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
27m
Distance
18.9 mi
30 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bonnie, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
The drive from Bonnie, IL to Bluford, IL covers 18.9 miles and takes about 27m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 64, Illinois Route 37, North Markhan Lane for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.6 miles on I 64. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.95 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
9.5 miles from Bonnie, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 27m highway drive covering 18.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 64 and Illinois Route 37. The longest continuous stretch is about 8.6 miles on I 64.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 64 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and Illinois Route 37. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 37 / Illinois Route 37.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 37 / Illinois Route 37): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 37 / Illinois Route 37
Turn left onto IL 37 / Illinois Route 37
Navigation decision point
3
4.9 mi into trip
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~8m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
13.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward Belle Rive, Bluford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 89
Toward Belle Rive, Bluford
4
15.2 mi into trip
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~21m in
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North Markhan Lane
Keep slight left at fork onto North Markhan Lane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
18.9 mi into trip
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~27m in
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Short Street
Turn left onto Short Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bonnie, IL to Bluford, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Belle Rive along the way.
Belle Rive
13.8 mi in
|
~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 8.6 mi | 9m |
| Illinois Route 37 | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| North Markhan Lane | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| North Markham Lane | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Lynchburg Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Markhan City Lane | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| County Highway 17 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 8.6 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bonnie, IL and Bluford, IL.
1
Start on West 3rd Street
36 ft
·
6 sec
·
West 3rd Street
2
Turn left onto IL 37
4.7 mi
·
8 min
·
Illinois Route 37
3
Continue on IL 37
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Benton Road
4
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
5
Merge onto I 64
8.6 mi
·
9 min
·
I 64
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 89
Toward Belle Rive, Bluford
7
Turn left onto County Highway 17
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
County Highway 17
8
Turn straight onto East Lynchburg Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Lynchburg Road
9
Keep slight left at fork onto North Markhan Lane
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Markhan Lane
10
Continue on North Markham Lane
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Markham Lane
11
Turn straight onto North Markhan City Lane
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Markhan City Lane
12
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn left onto Short Street
32 ft
·
1 sec
·
Short Street
14
Arrive at destination
Short Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 9.5 miles from Bonnie, IL, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.6 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 18.9 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.5 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bluford, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bonnie, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bonnie, IL
This is one driving day of about 18.9 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bonnie, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 64 for about 8.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.5 mi from Bonnie, IL · 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.5 miles from Bonnie, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bluford, IL
The final approach into Bluford, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bluford, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.95 one way
$5.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.24 | $6.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.64 | $7.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.17 | $8.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.91 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Bluford, IL
Afternoon in Bluford on Wednesday
Local time
4:00 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
11 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
27m 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 Bonnie, IL to Bluford, IL covers 18.9 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 64, Illinois Route 37, North Markhan Lane. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.5 miles from Bonnie, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.95 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.
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 37 / Illinois Route 37): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Bonnie, IL to Bluford, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Belle Rive along the way.
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