Origin
De Land, IL
Night in De Land on Thursday
Local time
9:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from De Land, IL to LaPlace, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
32.1 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
LaPlace, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
The drive from De Land, IL to LaPlace, IL covers 32.1 miles and takes about 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Highway Avenue, North 525 East Road, Highway 5 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 32.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 49m drive with frequent turns across 32.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Highway Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from De Land, IL to LaPlace, IL is easy. At 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from De Land, IL to LaPlace, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Highway Avenue | — | — |
| North 525 East Road | — | — |
| Highway 5 | — | — |
| Deland Monticello Road | — | — |
| East 1700 North Road | — | — |
| West Bridge Street | — | — |
| I-72 West | — | — |
| IL 48 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Highway Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between De Land, IL and LaPlace, IL.
1
Start on 3rd Street
36 ft
·
4 sec
·
3rd Street
2
Turn right onto South Highway Avenue
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
South Highway Avenue
3
Continue on North 525 East Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North 525 East Road
4
Turn straight onto County Highway 5
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
County Highway 5
5
Turn straight onto Deland Monticello Road
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Deland Monticello Road
6
Continue straight
1.1 mi
·
1 min
7
Continue on East 1700 North Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
East 1700 North Road
8
Turn straight onto West Bridge Street
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
West Bridge Street
9
Take the ramp right toward I-72 West: Decatur
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I-72 West: Decatur
10
Merge slight left
7.5 mi
·
8 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward IL 48: Cisco, Weldon
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
IL 48: Cisco, Weldon
12
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
13
Turn left onto East 1500 North Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1500 North Road
14
Turn right onto North Main Street
8.3 mi
·
14 min
·
North Main Street
15
Continue on Carter Street
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Carter Street
16
Turn left onto North Jackson Street
6.7 mi
·
11 min
·
North Jackson Street
17
Turn left onto West Front
0.1 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Front
18
Turn left onto South Main Street
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Main Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.1 mi from De Land, IL · 24m 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from De Land, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in LaPlace, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into LaPlace, 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
$5.02 one way
$10.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.51 | $11.02 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.18 | $12.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.09 | $14.17 |
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 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
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
LaPlace, IL
Night in LaPlace on Thursday
Local time
9:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
43°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
13 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
49m 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 De Land, IL to LaPlace, IL covers 32.1 miles and takes about 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Highway Avenue, North 525 East Road, Highway 5. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.1 miles from De Land, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.02 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 De Land, IL to LaPlace, IL is easy. At 49m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from De Land, IL to LaPlace, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from De Land, IL to LaPlace, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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