Origin
Cornell, IL
Afternoon in Cornell on Thursday
Local time
4:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cornell, IL to Cullom, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
52m
Distance
31.9 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cullom, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
The drive from Cornell, IL to Cullom, IL covers 31.9 miles and takes about 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East 1800 North Road, IL 23, East Indiana Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.3 miles on East 1800 North Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 31.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Cornell, IL to Cullom, IL covers 31.9 miles and takes about 52m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East 1800 North Road is the longest continuous segment at about 17.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 23.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Cornell, IL to Cullom, IL is easy. At 52m with 35% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 23): Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (East 1830 North Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles (East 1830 North Road): 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
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 23
Turn left onto IL 23
Navigation decision point
3
11.1 mi into trip
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~19m in
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East 1830 North Road
Turn left onto East 1830 North Road
Navigation decision point
4
11.5 mi into trip
|
~20m in
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East 1830 North Road
At end of road, turn left onto East 1830 North Road
Navigation decision point
4
11.8 mi into trip
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~21m in
|
North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
12.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
East Indiana Avenue
Turn left onto East Indiana Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 1800 North Road | 17.3 mi | 25m |
| IL 23 | 11 mi | 18m |
| East Indiana Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East 1830 North Road | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| West Jackson Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Historic Route 66 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East 1800 North Road
— 17.3 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cornell, IL and Cullom, IL.
1
Start on 6th Street
138 ft
·
11 sec
·
6th Street
2
Turn left onto IL 23
11 mi
·
18 min
·
IL 23
3
Turn left onto East 1830 North Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1830 North Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto East 1830 North Road
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
East 1830 North Road
5
Continue on Historic Route 66
350 ft
·
10 sec
·
Historic Route 66
6
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
North Main Street
7
Turn left onto East Indiana Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Indiana Avenue
8
Continue on East 1800 North Road
10 mi
·
13 min
·
East 1800 North Road
9
Continue on IL 116
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on IL 116
7.2 mi
·
11 min
·
East 1800 North Road
11
Continue on IL 116
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Jackson Street
12
Arrive at destination
IL 116
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.9 mi from Cornell, IL · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Cornell, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cullom, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Cullom, 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
$4.99 one way
$9.97 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.48 | $10.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.14 | $12.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.04 | $14.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.35 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.79 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Cullom, IL
Afternoon in Cullom on Thursday
Local time
4:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Pontiac, IL
16 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
1 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
52m 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 Cornell, IL to Cullom, IL covers 31.9 miles and takes about 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East 1800 North Road, IL 23, East Indiana Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.9 miles from Cornell, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.99 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 Cornell, IL to Cullom, IL is easy. At 52m with 35% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 23): Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (East 1830 North Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.5 miles (East 1830 North Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Cornell, IL to Cullom, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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