Trip from Fox Lake, IL to York, IL

Drive Time

4h 52m

Distance

280.4 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Long day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Fox Lake, IL to York, IL covers 280.4 miles and takes about 4h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on IL 53 South, I 290 East, I 88 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.63 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

140.2 miles from Fox Lake, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 4h 52m drive with frequent turns across 280.4 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 50 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

IL 53 South is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
IL 53 South	0 mi	0m
I 290 East	0 mi	0m
I 88 West	0 mi	0m
Tri-State Tollway	0 mi	0m
Mile-Long Bridge	0 mi	0m
IL 50 South	0 mi	0m
Cicero Avenue	0 mi	0m
167th Street	0 mi	0m

Longest stretch: IL 53 South — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

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Start on the route

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Turn right

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Turn left

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Continue straight

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Continue straight

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Continue straight

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Continue straight

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Take the ramp right toward IL 53 South

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Merge slight left

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Keep slight left to continue on I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road

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Keep slight right to continue on I 290 East: Chicago

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Take the exit slight right toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana

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Continue on Tri-State Tollway

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Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway

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Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway

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Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway

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Keep slight right to continue on Tri-State Tollway

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Continue on Mile-Long Bridge

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Continue on Tri-State Tollway

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Take the exit slight right toward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th Street

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Keep slight left to continue on IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue

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Turn straight onto Cicero Avenue

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Turn left onto 167th Street

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Take the ramp slight right toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80

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Merge slight left

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Take the exit slight right toward Market Street

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Turn left

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Turn left onto Market Street

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Turn right onto East Marketview Drive

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Turn left onto North Neil Street

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Take the ramp left

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Merge slight left

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Take the exit slight right toward US 150, IL 1

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Keep slight right to continue on US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road

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Turn straight onto Georgetown Road

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Continue on North State Street

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Continue on Georgetown Road

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Continue on 1575 E US 36

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Continue on Georgetown Road

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Continue on IL Route 1

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Turn right onto West Elliot Street

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Turn left onto North Central Avenue

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Continue on Vandalia Way

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Turn straight onto South Main Street

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Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road

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Continue on West Broadway Street

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Turn left onto North York Street

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Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

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 140.2 miles from Fox Lake, IL.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 140.2 miles

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Last hour of driving

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near York, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Fox Lake, 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.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Fox Lake, IL

This is one driving day of about 280.4 miles and 4h 52m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fox Lake, 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.

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop town

Meal stop

Bradley, IL

140 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.

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

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.

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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 140.2 mi from Fox Lake, IL

Addison, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bradley, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 140.2 miles from Fox Lake, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$3.77	$41.63	$83.26
midgrade	$4.25	$46.95	$93.90
premium	$4.65	$51.38	$102.75
diesel	$5.30	$58.55	$117.11

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 98.1 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Fox Lake, IL to York, IL covers 280.4 miles and takes about 4h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are IL 53 South, I 290 East, I 88 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 140.2 miles from Fox Lake, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.63 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.

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