Origin
East Dubuque, IL
Evening in East Dubuque on Sunday
Local time
7:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Dubuque, IL to Guilford, IL
Drive Time
36m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Dubuque, IL
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion through the heart of the Midwest, this 21.8-mile journey from East Dubuque to Guilford is an ideal candidate. Lasting approximately 36 minutes, the route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, leaving you plenty of time to explore at your destination. You can expect to spend about $3 on fuel, making this an incredibly budget-friendly outing for any traveler. Since both locations are situated within Illinois, you will remain in the same region for the duration of your drive. Because the trip is so short, you certainly do not need to worry about booking an overnight stay. It is a straightforward, practical connection that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary complexity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
10.9 miles from East Dubuque, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating a mix of roads, starting with the U.S. Grant Memorial Highway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch at 10.7 miles. The path transitions through West Guilford Road and West Stagecoach Trail, requiring your full attention behind the wheel due to the frequent turns. Because the route avoids major highways entirely, the character of the drive feels intimate and grounded in local scenery. You will find that the road demands a more active driving style compared to a typical high-speed transit route.
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.
U.S. Grant Memorial Highway 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 early in the drive near 3rd Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 36m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Wall Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 20 / Sinsinawa Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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3rd Street
Turn right onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
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Wall Street
Turn left onto Wall Street
Navigation decision point
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0.3 mi into trip
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US 20 / Sinsinawa Avenue
Turn right onto US 20 / Sinsinawa Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
13.9 mi into trip
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~20m in
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South Bench Street
Turn left onto South Bench Street
Navigation decision point
5
14.6 mi into trip
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~21m in
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Meeker Street
Turn right onto Meeker Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Grant Memorial Highway | 10.7 mi | 14m |
| West Guilford Road | 3.9 mi | 9m |
| West Stagecoach Trail | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| South Lane | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Sinsinawa Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Spring Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Water Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Field Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
— 10.7 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Dubuque, IL and Guilford, IL.
1
Start on Sinsinawa Avenue
29 ft
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3 sec
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Sinsinawa Avenue
2
Turn right onto 3rd Street
171 ft
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8 sec
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3rd Street
3
Turn left onto Wall Street
0.2 mi
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20 sec
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Wall Street
4
Turn right onto US 20
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Sinsinawa Avenue
5
Continue on US 20
2.7 mi
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3 min
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U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
6
Continue on US 20
1.6 mi
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2 min
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South Lane
7
Continue on US 20
8.0 mi
·
10 min
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U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
8
Continue on US 20; IL 84
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Spring Street
9
Turn left onto South Bench Street
106 ft
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2 sec
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South Bench Street
10
Continue on South Main Street
0.1 mi
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26 sec
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South Main Street
11
Turn slight right onto South Water Street
0.5 mi
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1 min
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South Water Street
12
Turn right onto North Main Street
380 ft
·
9 sec
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North Main Street
13
Turn right onto Meeker Street
396 ft
·
7 sec
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Meeker Street
14
Continue on Claude Street
428 ft
·
8 sec
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Claude Street
15
Continue on Field Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
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Field Street
16
Continue on County Road 3
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
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West Stagecoach Trl Road
17
Continue on County Road 3
2.5 mi
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4 min
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West Stagecoach Trail
18
Turn right onto West Guilford Road
3.9 mi
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9 min
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West Guilford Road
19
Arrive at destination
West Guilford Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 36-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it best fits your schedule without needing a rigid timeline. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go, but keeping your gas tank topped off for the $3 estimated fuel cost is a smart move. Because the route relies on local roads like West Stagecoach Trail, keep a close eye on your navigation to handle the frequent turns with ease. Use the brevity of the trip to your advantage by planning your arrival time around local traffic patterns in the Guilford area. This route is all about simplicity, so enjoy the lack of highway congestion and focus on the local transition between these two Illinois towns.
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 10.9 miles from East Dubuque, IL, or about 15m 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 21.8 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.9 miles or 15m 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 Guilford, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Dubuque, 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 East Dubuque, IL
This is one driving day of about 21.8 miles and 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Dubuque, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on U.S. Grant Memorial Highway for about 10.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.9 mi from East Dubuque, IL · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 21.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.9 miles from East Dubuque, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Guilford, IL
The final approach into Guilford, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Guilford, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.31 one way
$6.62 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.65 | $7.30 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.12 | $8.23 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.84 | $9.69 |
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: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Guilford, IL
Evening in Guilford on Sunday
Local time
7:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°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
24 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
36m 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 East Dubuque, IL to Guilford, IL covers 21.8 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are U.S. Grant Memorial Highway, West Guilford Road, West Stagecoach Trail. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.9 miles from East Dubuque, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.31 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 36m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (3rd Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Wall Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 20 / Sinsinawa Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from East Dubuque, IL to Guilford, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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