Clarendon Hills, IL to York, IL is 234.8 miles and takes about 5h 4m via I 57 and I 74, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily traverses the Midwest, staying within Illinois for its entirety. It's a straightforward, mixed-driving route that's manageable for a single day, making it a convenient option for many travelers. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on interstates, so expect relatively consistent speeds and straightforward navigation. Consider this trip if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground between these two points without venturing too far off major highways.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117.4 miles from Clarendon Hills, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 19m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 4m. Total distance: 234.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed driving experience, with 59% of it being on highways. You'll encounter stretches of steady interstate travel, including one uninterrupted segment of 105.4 miles on I 57. While much of the route is on major roads like I-57 and I-74, the inclusion of South Main Street suggests a transition into more local roadways as you approach your destination. This means you can expect a rhythm of faster highway cruising punctuated by slower, more town-centric driving conditions. The overall feel is one of efficient transit rather than a winding, scenic tour.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 105.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near West Chicago Avenue.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 234.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (West Chicago Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|West Chicago Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto West Chicago Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
5.1 mi into trip|~11m in|I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
18 mi into trip|~26m in
Take the exit toward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12 B-A
Toward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th...
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18.2 mi into trip|~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 12A
Toward IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue
7
166.6 mi into trip|~3h 15m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
105.4 mi
1h 54m
I 74
32.4 mi
35m
South Main Street
30.4 mi
45m
Georgetown Road
29.6 mi
44m
Tri-State Tollway
13.7 mi
16m
Cicero Avenue
4.9 mi
7m
Market Street
3.2 mi
4m
East 150th Road
1.9 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 105.4 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarendon Hills, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on North Prospect Avenue
0.4 mi·1 min·North Prospect Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto West Chicago Avenue
0.4 mi·41 sec·West Chicago Avenue
3
Turn left onto Coe Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Coe Road
4
Turn right onto US 34
1.7 mi·3 min·East Ogden Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 294 South Toll: Indiana
6
Merge onto I 294
1.8 mi·2 min·Tri-State Tollway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 294
3.5 mi·4 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 294
0.9 mi·1 min·Mile-Long Bridge
9
Continue on I 294
8.5 mi·10 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 12 B-AToward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 12AToward IL 50 South: Cicero AvenueUse the straight lane.
12
Turn straight onto IL 50; IL 83
4.9 mi·7 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·167th Street
Use the left lane.
14
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
15
Merge onto I 57
105 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Exit 240Toward Market Street
17
Turn left
96 ft·5 sec
18
Turn left onto Market Street
3.2 mi·4 min·Market Street
19
Turn right onto East Marketview Drive
0.3 mi·39 sec·East Marketview Drive
20
Turn left onto North Neil Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·North Neil Street
21
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
22
Merge onto I 74
32 mi·35 min·I 74
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
25
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi·20 min·Georgetown Road
26
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi·2 min·North State Street
27
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi·9 min·Georgetown Road
28
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi·28 sec·1575 E US 36
29
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi·14 min·Georgetown Road
30
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.4 mi·3 min·IL Route 1
31
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
512 ft·8 sec·West Elliot Street
32
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
1.7 mi·2 min·North Central Avenue
33
Continue on IL 1
0.1 mi·11 sec·Vandalia Way
34
Turn straight onto IL 1
30 mi·45 min·South Main Street
35
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
36
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
37
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·North York Street
38
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 4m duration, starting your drive in the morning is advisable to allow for flexibility and potential minor delays. With only one recommended stop, you can plan to break up the 234.8-mile journey strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when fuel is needed. The fuel cost is estimated at $35, so keep an eye on your gauge, especially during the longest stretch of 105.4 miles on I 57. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the advantage of not needing to book overnight accommodations, allowing you to depart and arrive on your own schedule.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 117.4 miles from Clarendon Hills, IL, or about 2h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.4 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 52 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.4 miles or 2h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near York, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clarendon Hills, 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 Clarendon Hills, IL
This is one driving day of about 234.8 miles and 5h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Clarendon Hills, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 105.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.4 mi from Clarendon Hills, IL
· 2h 19m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 16.2
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
70.4
0
$24.65
$11.27
Efficient EV
58.7
0
$20.54
$9.39
EV Truck/SUV
93.9
1
$32.87
$15.03
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Clarendon Hills, IL
Afternoon
in Clarendon Hills on Saturday
Local time
12:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
York, IL
Afternoon
in York on Saturday
Local time
12:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
15 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
5h 4m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clarendon Hills, IL to York, IL covers 234.8 miles and takes about 5h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, I 74, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.4 miles from Clarendon Hills, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.86 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 234.8 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (West Chicago Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Clarendon Hills, IL to York, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
