Origin
Brocton, IL
Evening in Brocton on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brocton, IL to Paris, IL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
34m
Distance
19.6 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paris, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Brocton, IL to Paris, IL covers 19.6 miles and takes about 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East 1190th Road, North 150th Street, East 1220th Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 10.7 miles on East 1190th Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.06 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
9.8 miles from Brocton, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 34m drive with frequent turns across 19.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 1190th Road is the longest continuous segment at about 10.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near IL 49 / North 150th Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 34m 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: at 0.3 miles (IL 49 / North 150th Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (IL 133 / East 1225th Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.4 miles (West Wood Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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IL 49 / North 150th Street
Turn left onto IL 49 / North 150th Street
Navigation decision point
3
5.1 mi into trip
|
~9m in
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IL 133 / East 1225th Road
Turn left onto IL 133 / East 1225th Road
Navigation decision point
5
19.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
West Wood Street
Turn left onto West Wood Street
Navigation decision point
5
19.5 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 150; IL 1 / North Central Avenue
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1 / North Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
19.6 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
West Court Street
Turn left onto West Court Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 1190th Road | 10.7 mi | 18m |
| North 150th Street | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| East 1220th Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East 1200th Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West 3rd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East 1225th Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East 1190th Road
— 10.7 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brocton, IL and Paris, IL.
1
Start on West 3rd Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
West 3rd Street
2
Turn left onto IL 49
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
North 150th Street
3
Turn left onto IL 133
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
East 1225th Road
4
Continue on IL 133
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East 1220th Road
5
Continue on IL 133
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East 1200th Road
6
Continue on IL 133
11 mi
·
18 min
·
East 1190th Road
7
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Main Street
8
Continue on US 150; IL 1
373 ft
·
16 sec
·
IL Route 1
9
Turn left onto West Wood Street
371 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Wood Street
10
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
374 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Central Avenue
11
Turn left onto West Court Street
37 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Court Street
12
Arrive at destination
West Court 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 9.8 miles from Brocton, IL, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 10.7 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 19.6 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.8 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Paris, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Brocton, IL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Brocton, IL
This is one driving day of about 19.6 miles and 34m.
At 19.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on East 1190th Road for about 10.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.8 mi from Brocton, IL · 17m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 19.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.8 miles from Brocton, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Paris, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Paris, IL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.06 one way
$6.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.36 | $6.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.77 | $7.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.33 | $8.65 |
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: 6.9 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 | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
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
Paris, IL
Evening in Paris on Wednesday
Local time
5:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
34m 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 Brocton, IL to Paris, IL covers 19.6 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 1190th Road, North 150th Street, East 1220th Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.8 miles from Brocton, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.06 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 34m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (IL 49 / North 150th Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (IL 133 / East 1225th Road): Navigation decision point; at 19.4 miles (West Wood Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Brocton, IL to Paris, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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