Origin
Fox, IL
Evening in Fox on Thursday
Local time
6:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fox, IL to York, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 5m
Distance
214 mi
344 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 52m
★
6 AM
5h 6m
8 AM
5h 33m
10 AM
5h 15m
12 PM
5h 13m
3 PM
5h 17m
5 PM
5h 32m
8 PM
4h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fox, IL
Steffi Wacker
York, IL
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Trip Overview
This 214-mile journey from Fox, IL to York, IL is a solid day trip, estimated to take around 5 hours and 5 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing I-74, South Main Street, and Georgetown Road, you'll spend about 31% of your time on highways. With a fuel cost estimated at $33, this Midwest to Midwest drive is quite budget-friendly. The route offers a mixed driving experience, making it manageable for a single day without feeling overly rushed. One stop is recommended along the way to break up the drive. Overall, it's a practical and straightforward trip for those looking to traverse this part of Illinois.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
107 miles from Fox, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 5m. Total distance: 214 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 31% of your travel time spent on highways, predominantly I-74. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 41.9 miles on I-74, offering a chance to settle into a consistent pace. As you transition off the interstate, the drive will likely incorporate more local roads like South Main Street and Georgetown Road, introducing varied speed limits and potentially more frequent turns. This blend means you won't be stuck in a monotonous highway grind for the entire 5 hours, but rather experience a dynamic shift in the driving environment as you progress toward York.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 45 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 8.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 5m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 103.7 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 145.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
8.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Turn right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
103.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
|
I 74
Merge onto I 74
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
145.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 150, IL 1
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150, IL 1
7
145.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
5
211.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 56m in
|
East 150th Road
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 41.9 mi | 45m |
| South Main Street | 30.4 mi | 45m |
| Georgetown Road | 29.6 mi | 44m |
| North 2700 East Road | 28.7 mi | 44m |
| IL 47 | 23.7 mi | 27m |
| North 390 East Road | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| County Road 400 East | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| County Road 350 East | 4.5 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 41.9 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fox, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on West Fox Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Fox Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Eldamain Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Eldamain Road
3
Continue on Lisbon Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Lisbon Road
4
Turn left onto West High Point Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West High Point Road
5
Turn right onto Lisbon Road
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Lisbon Road
6
Turn left onto West Helmar Road
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Helmar Road
7
Turn right
6.2 mi
·
8 min
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on North Bridge Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bridge Street
9
Continue on IL 47
24 mi
·
27 min
·
IL 47
10
Turn left onto IL 47
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Union Street
11
Continue on IL 47
22 mi
·
35 min
·
North 2700 East Road
12
Continue on IL 47
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Center Street
13
Continue on IL 47
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
North 2700 East Road
14
Continue on IL 47
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North 2750 East Road
15
Continue on IL 47
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North 2775 East Road
16
Continue on IL 47
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
North 2790 East Road
17
Continue on IL 47
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
North 385 East Road
18
Continue on IL 47
11 mi
·
15 min
·
North 390 East Road
19
Turn left onto IL 9; IL 47; IL 54
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 1st Street
20
Turn right onto IL 47
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Sangamon Avenue
21
Continue on IL 47
383 ft
·
7 sec
·
North 450E Road
22
Continue on IL 47
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North 450 East Road
23
Continue on IL 47
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 450 East
24
Continue on IL 47
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road 400 East
25
Continue on IL 47
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road 350 East
26
Continue on IL 47
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
County Road 400 East
27
Continue on IL 47
506 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Lombard Street
28
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 74 East: Champaign
29
Merge onto I 74
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 74
Use the slight right lane.
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
31
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
32
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Georgetown Road
33
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North State Street
34
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Georgetown Road
35
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
1575 E US 36
36
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Georgetown Road
37
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
IL Route 1
38
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
512 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Elliot Street
39
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Central Avenue
40
Continue on IL 1
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Vandalia Way
41
Turn straight onto IL 1
30 mi
·
45 min
·
South Main Street
42
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East 150th Road
43
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
44
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North York Street
45
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour duration, departing in the morning is your best bet to complete this drive within daylight hours. While the total driving time is manageable for a single day, consider planning your single recommended stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. The longest continuous stretch on I-74 is over 40 miles, so be mindful of when you last took a break before embarking on that segment. With a fuel cost of approximately $33, keeping an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading into longer stretches on I-74, is a good idea. Enjoy the flexibility this single-day trip offers.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 107 miles from Fox, IL, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.9 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 47 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near York, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Fox, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Fox, IL
This is one driving day of about 214 miles and 5h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Fox, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 41.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 107 mi from Fox, IL · 2h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 107 miles from Fox, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in York, IL
The final approach into York, 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 York, 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
$33.46 one way
$66.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $36.73 | $73.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $41.18 | $82.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.25 | $94.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.2 | 0 | $22.47 | $10.27 |
| Efficient EV | 53.5 | 0 | $18.72 | $8.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.6 | 1 | $29.96 | $13.70 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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
York, IL
Evening in York on Thursday
Local time
6:43 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
18 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
5h 5m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fox, IL to York, IL covers 214 miles and takes about 5h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, South Main Street, Georgetown Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 107 miles from Fox, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 5m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 103.7 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 145.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Fox, IL to York, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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