Origin
Edwardsville, IL
Afternoon in Edwardsville on Sunday
Local time
3:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edwardsville, IL to Collinsville, IL
Drive Time
18m
Distance
10.4 mi
17 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edwardsville, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Collinsville, IL
NIKOLAI FOMIN
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion between Edwardsville and Collinsville, Illinois, this 10.4-mile trip is a straightforward transit through the Midwest. You can expect to spend about 18 minutes on the road, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $2, it is an incredibly economical route for local commuters or travelers. Because the distance is so short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. You will navigate primarily through local corridors rather than sprawling rural expanses, keeping the entire journey efficient and simple.
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
5.2 miles from Edwardsville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate between these two Illinois towns. With only 28% of your journey spent on highways, the experience is defined more by local surface streets than high-speed interstate cruising. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 3 miles on Vandalia Street, which sets the pace for the trip. The route relies on a combination of South State Route 159, Troy Road, and Vandalia Street to connect your origin and destination. Be prepared for frequent turns that keep you engaged with the local road network throughout the 10.4-mile trek.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Vandalia Street is the longest continuous segment at about 3 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 10.3 miles in near East Grove Avenue.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Edwardsville, IL to Collinsville, IL is easy. At 18m with 28% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.3 miles (East Grove Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
10.3 mi into trip
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~17m in
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East Grove Avenue
Turn left onto East Grove Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
10.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vandalia Street | 3 mi | 4m |
| South State Route 159 | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Troy Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| North Center Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Maryville Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Buchanan Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| S Center Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Morrison Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Vandalia Street
— 3 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edwardsville, IL and Collinsville, IL.
1
Start on South Buchanan Street
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Buchanan Street
2
Continue on Troy Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Troy Road
Use the none lane.
3
Continue on IL 159
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
South State Route 159
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on IL 159
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Center Street
5
Continue on IL 159
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Maryville Road
6
Continue on IL 159
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
S Center Street
7
Continue on IL 159
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vandalia Street
8
Continue on IL 159
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
South Morrison Avenue
9
Turn left onto East Grove Avenue
59 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Grove Avenue
10
Turn left
132 ft
·
9 sec
11
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this drive is only 18 minutes long, you do not need to worry about planning formal stops or long-distance rest breaks. Your primary advantage here is flexibility, allowing you to depart whenever it best fits your schedule without concern for fatigue. Keep an eye on local traffic patterns when transitioning between the main arterial roads like Troy Road and South State Route 159. Given the short duration, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single go without needing to refuel. Focus on navigating the turn-heavy sections carefully, as the constant changes in direction define the character of this specific Illinois route.
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 5.2 miles from Edwardsville, IL, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3 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 10.4 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.2 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Collinsville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edwardsville, 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 Edwardsville, IL
This is one driving day of about 10.4 miles and 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Edwardsville, 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 Vandalia Street for about 3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.2 mi from Edwardsville, IL · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.2 miles from Edwardsville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Collinsville, IL
The final approach into Collinsville, 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 Collinsville, 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
$1.58 one way
$3.16 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $1.74 | $3.48 |
| premium | $4.80 | $1.96 | $3.93 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.31 | $4.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Collinsville, IL
Afternoon in Collinsville on Sunday
Local time
3:30 PM
CDT
Current temp
59°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
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
18m 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 Edwardsville, IL to Collinsville, IL covers 10.4 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Vandalia Street, South State Route 159, Troy Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.2 miles from Edwardsville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.58 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 Edwardsville, IL to Collinsville, IL is easy. At 18m with 28% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.3 miles (East Grove Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Edwardsville, IL to Collinsville, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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