Origin
Clifton, IL
Evening in Clifton on Wednesday
Local time
8:10 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clifton, IL to Woodland, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
50m
Distance
29 mi
47 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clifton, IL
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Woodland, IL
Lauri Poldre
Trip Overview
This is a short, straightforward drive from Clifton, IL to Woodland, IL, covering just 29 miles and taking approximately 50 minutes. The route primarily utilizes local roads like County Road 2600 N and North 2100 E Road, with a small portion on Old Rt 45. With only 15% highway share, expect a more local, turn-heavy experience. This brief journey is perfectly suited as a day trip, allowing ample time to explore both your origin and destination without needing an overnight stay. Budget around $5 for fuel for this quick excursion, which stays within the Midwest region.
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
14.5 miles from Clifton, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive for the majority of this 29-mile trip. While 15% of the route involves highway driving, the bulk of your journey will be on county roads and Old Rt 45. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.1 miles on County Road 2600 N. This means you'll be navigating more frequent turns and changes in road type rather than cruising on a consistent, high-speed highway. Expect a driving experience that feels more connected to the local landscape as you make your way across Illinois.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
County Road 2600 N is the longest continuous segment at about 9.1 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 3.6 miles in near US 45 / North Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Clifton, IL to Woodland, IL is easy. At 50m with 15% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (US 45 / North Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (IL 1 / North 2100 E Road): Navigation decision point; at 23.1 miles (US 24; IL 1 / West Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 45 / North Street
Turn left onto US 45 / North Street
Navigation decision point
4
15.3 mi into trip
|
~23m in
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IL 1 / North 2100 E Road
Turn right onto IL 1 / North 2100 E Road
Navigation decision point
4
23.1 mi into trip
|
~35m in
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US 24; IL 1 / West Walnut Street
At end of road, turn left onto US 24; IL 1 / West Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
4
23.7 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
South 2nd Street
Turn right onto South 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
4
28.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
East 1400 North Road
At end of road, turn left onto East 1400 North Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Road 2600 N | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| North 2100 E Road | 6.8 mi | 10m |
| Old Rt 45 | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| County Road 2000 East | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| East 2600 North Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| North 2100 East Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Co 43 | 1 mi | 2m |
| South 2nd Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
County Road 2600 N
— 9.1 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clifton, IL and Woodland, IL.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on Old Rt 45
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Old Rt 45
3
Turn left onto US 45
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
North Street
4
Continue on US 45
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
County Road 2600 N
5
Continue on US 52
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East 2600 North Road
6
Turn right onto IL 1
6.8 mi
·
10 min
·
North 2100 E Road
7
Continue on IL 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North 2100 East Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 24; IL 1
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Walnut Street
9
Turn right onto South 2nd Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South 2nd Street
10
Continue on Co 43
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Co 43
11
Continue on County Highway 43
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
County Highway 43
12
Continue on County Road 2000 East
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road 2000 East
13
At end of road, turn left onto East 1400 North Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1400 North Road
14
Continue on Main Street
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 50-minute duration and 29-mile distance, this trip offers significant flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, perhaps mid-morning after a relaxed breakfast. There are no specified stops, so you can decide on the fly if you need a break. With a fuel cost estimated at $5, topping up before you leave Clifton is a good idea. Keep an eye out for the transition between County Road 2600 N and North 2100 E Road, as this is where the route begins to wind towards Woodland.
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 14.5 miles from Clifton, IL, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.1 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 29 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14.5 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodland, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Clifton, IL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clifton, IL
This is one driving day of about 29 miles and 50m.
At 29 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on County Road 2600 N for about 9.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14.5 mi from Clifton, IL · 22m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14.5 miles from Clifton, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Woodland, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Woodland, 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
$4.53 one way
$9.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.98 | $9.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.58 | $11.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.40 | $12.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.54 | $1.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Woodland, IL
Evening in Woodland on Wednesday
Local time
8:10 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
4 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
50m 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 Clifton, IL to Woodland, IL covers 29 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are County Road 2600 N, North 2100 E Road, Old Rt 45. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14.5 miles from Clifton, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.53 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 Clifton, IL to Woodland, IL is easy. At 50m with 15% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles (US 45 / North Street): Navigation decision point; at 15.3 miles (IL 1 / North 2100 E Road): Navigation decision point; at 23.1 miles (US 24; IL 1 / West Walnut Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Clifton, IL to Woodland, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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