Origin
Guilford, IL
Evening in Guilford on Sunday
Local time
7:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Guilford, IL to East Dubuque, IL
Drive Time
36m
Distance
20.8 mi
33 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 38m
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 Illinois Midwest, the 20.8-mile trek from Guilford to East Dubuque is a straightforward choice. Expect to spend about 36 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate a combination of West Guilford Road, West Stagecoach Trail, and the U.S. Grant Memorial Highway. With fuel costs estimated at just $3, this is an incredibly budget-friendly outing for locals or visitors passing through the region. Since the entire journey stays within Illinois, you can easily complete it in a single afternoon without needing to worry about complex travel logistics.
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
10.4 miles from Guilford, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend your time navigating local roads that require your full attention behind the wheel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 11.1-mile segment on the U.S. Grant Memorial Highway. Because the route relies entirely on local connectors, the character of the drive is intimate and demands a steady pace. Be prepared for frequent adjustments as you transition between these smaller roadways throughout the 36-minute journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 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 11.1 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 around 3.9 miles in near West Stagecoach Trail.
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: at 3.9 miles (West Stagecoach Trail): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (North Bench Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (Franklin Street): 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.
4
3.9 mi into trip
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~9m in
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West Stagecoach Trail
At end of road, turn left onto West Stagecoach Trail
Navigation decision point
4
7.2 mi into trip
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~15m in
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North Bench Street
Turn left onto North Bench Street
Navigation decision point
4
7.3 mi into trip
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~15m in
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Franklin Street
Turn right onto Franklin Street
Navigation decision point
5
20.8 mi into trip
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~36m in
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3rd Street
Turn right onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
5
20.8 mi into trip
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~36m in
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Sinsinawa Avenue
Turn left onto Sinsinawa Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. Grant Memorial Highway | 11.1 mi | 14m |
| West Guilford Road | 3.9 mi | 9m |
| West Stagecoach Trail | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Franklin Street | 1.3 mi | 4m |
| Sinsinawa Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Field Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Stagecoach Trl Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Wall Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
— 11.1 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Guilford, IL and East Dubuque, IL.
1
Start on West Guilford Road
2.6 mi
·
6 min
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West Guilford Road
2
Continue on West Guilford Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West Guilford Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto West Stagecoach Trail
2.5 mi
·
4 min
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West Stagecoach Trail
4
Continue on County Road 3
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Stagecoach Trl Road
5
Continue on Field Street
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Field Street
6
Continue on Claude Street
428 ft
·
8 sec
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Claude Street
7
Continue on Meeker Street
514 ft
·
14 sec
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Meeker Street
8
Turn left onto North Bench Street
359 ft
·
9 sec
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North Bench Street
9
Turn right onto Franklin Street
1.3 mi
·
4 min
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Franklin Street
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 20; IL 84
11 mi
·
14 min
·
U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
11
Continue on US 20
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Sinsinawa Avenue
12
Turn left onto Wall Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Wall Street
13
Turn right onto 3rd Street
171 ft
·
8 sec
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3rd Street
14
Turn left onto Sinsinawa Avenue
29 ft
·
1 sec
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Sinsinawa Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Sinsinawa Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 20.8-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your scheduling. Aim to depart during daylight hours to ensure you can easily navigate the turn-heavy nature of West Guilford Road and West Stagecoach Trail. Since there are zero formal stops planned, you should handle any refueling or personal breaks before you head out from Guilford. Keep in mind that the lack of highway miles means your travel time is sensitive to local traffic, so plan your departure to avoid peak commuting hours. Given the low $3 fuel estimate, you can focus your entire travel budget on your destination rather than the road itself.
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 10.4 miles from Guilford, IL, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.1 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 20.8 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.4 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Dubuque, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Guilford, 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 Guilford, IL
This is one driving day of about 20.8 miles and 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Guilford, 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 11.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.4 mi from Guilford, IL · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.4 miles from Guilford, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Dubuque, IL
The final approach into East Dubuque, 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 East Dubuque, 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
$3.16 one way
$6.32 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.48 | $6.97 |
| premium | $4.80 | $3.93 | $7.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.62 | $9.24 |
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: 7.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.82 | $0.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
East Dubuque, IL
Evening in East Dubuque on Sunday
Local time
7:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°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 cooler 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 Guilford, IL to East Dubuque, IL covers 20.8 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 10.4 miles from Guilford, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.16 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: at 3.9 miles (West Stagecoach Trail): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (North Bench Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (Franklin Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Guilford, IL to East Dubuque, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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