Origin
Edwardsville, IL
Afternoon in Edwardsville on Sunday
Local time
3:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edwardsville, IL to Granite City, IL
Drive Time
24m
Distance
15.6 mi
25 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 22m
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6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edwardsville, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Granite City, IL
Patrick
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion between Edwardsville and Granite City, you will find this 15.6-mile trip to be a straightforward, efficient journey. Expect to spend about 24 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day outing. You can easily budget around $2 for fuel, keeping the overhead for this Midwest transit quite low. Because the route is short and direct, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging or complex logistics. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection within Illinois that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary hassle.
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
7.8 miles from Edwardsville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 15.6-mile trek offers a mixed driving profile that keeps the experience varied. You will transition from local roads like South State Route 157—which features the route's longest uninterrupted stretch of 4.5 miles—onto the faster pace of I-270. With highway driving accounting for 54% of your total time on the road, you get a good balance between suburban navigation and open interstate cruising. The character of the drive shifts as you move from the local flow of Nameoki Road into the flow of the highway, ensuring the short duration does not feel monotonous.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South State Route 157 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 143; IL 157 / East Vandalia Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 143; IL 157 / East Vandalia Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (IL 157 / West Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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 143; IL 157 / East Vandalia Street
Turn left onto IL 143; IL 157 / East Vandalia Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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IL 157 / West Street
Turn left onto IL 157 / West Street
Navigation decision point
7
9.7 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the exit toward IL 203: Granite City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4
Toward IL 203: Granite City
6
9.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward IL 203 South: Granite City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward IL 203 South: Granite City
6
10.1 mi into trip
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~15m in
Keep slight left at fork toward IL 203 South: Granite City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward IL 203 South: Granite City
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South State Route 157 | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| I 270 | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Nameoki Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Madison Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| East Vandalia Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Saint Louis Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Niedringhaus Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South State Route 157
— 4.5 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edwardsville, IL and Granite City, IL.
1
Start on South Buchanan Street
120 ft
·
9 sec
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South Buchanan Street
2
Turn left onto IL 143; IL 157
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Vandalia Street
3
Continue on IL 157
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Saint Louis Street
4
Turn left onto IL 157
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
West Street
5
Continue on IL 157
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
South State Route 157
6
Turn left onto IL 157
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
South State Route 157
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 270 West: Saint Charles
8
Merge onto I 270
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
I 270
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 4
Toward IL 203: Granite City
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
Toward IL 203 South: Granite City
11
Keep slight left at fork
329 ft
·
11 sec
Toward IL 203 South: Granite City
12
Turn left onto IL 203
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Nameoki Road
13
Turn right onto Madison Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Madison Avenue
14
Turn right onto Niedringhaus Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Niedringhaus Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Niedringhaus Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 24-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, allowing you to easily work the trip around your personal schedule. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go. Keep an eye on your speed when transitioning between the local stretches of South State Route 157 and the I-270 highway segments to maintain a steady pace. Because the fuel cost is estimated at just $2, you can focus your budget on your destination rather than the road itself. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning a direct arrival at your final location.
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 7.8 miles from Edwardsville, IL, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.5 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 15.6 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.8 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Granite City, 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 15.6 miles and 24m.
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 South State Route 157 for about 4.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.8 mi from Edwardsville, IL · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 15.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.8 miles from Edwardsville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Granite City, IL
The final approach into Granite City, 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 Granite City, 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
$2.37 one way
$4.74 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.61 | $5.22 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.94 | $5.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.47 | $6.93 |
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: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.64 | $0.75 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Granite City, IL
Afternoon in Granite City on Sunday
Local time
3:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°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
19 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
24m 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 Granite City, IL covers 15.6 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South State Route 157, I 270, Nameoki Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.8 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 $2.37 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 143; IL 157 / East Vandalia Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (IL 157 / West Street): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Edwardsville, IL to Granite City, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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