Origin
Jerseyville, IL
Evening in Jerseyville on Sunday
Local time
6:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jerseyville, IL to York, IL
Drive Time
3h 4m
Distance
192.8 mi
310 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 53m
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6 AM
3h 5m
8 AM
3h 28m
10 AM
3h 13m
12 PM
3h 10m
3 PM
3h 14m
5 PM
3h 27m
8 PM
2h 58m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jerseyville, IL
Stéphane Tendon
York, IL
NIKOLAI FOMIN
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Jerseyville to York, Illinois, expect to cover 192.8 miles over approximately 3 hours and 4 minutes. This journey is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can anticipate a fuel budget of about $29 for the drive, which remains entirely within the Midwest. While the route involves navigating North State Street and stretches of I-270 East, it maintains a local, turn-heavy feel rather than a high-speed interstate experience. It is a straightforward trip for those looking to traverse this part of Illinois efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
96.4 miles from Jerseyville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a hands-on driving experience, as this route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise. Despite segments involving I-270, the overall highway share is 0%, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. You will not find long, uninterrupted stretches here, as the longest segment on North State Street measures 0 miles. Instead, the road demands your full attention with frequent transitions and adjustments. Expect a dynamic behind-the-wheel experience that shifts away from the typical interstate grind.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North State Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Jerseyville, IL to York, IL is easy. At 3h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jerseyville, IL to York, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 270 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 270 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Martinsville | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Cleone Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North York Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Angling Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North State Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jerseyville, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on West Exchange Street
144 ft
·
8 sec
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West Exchange Street
2
Turn right onto North State Street
12 mi
·
14 min
·
North State Street
3
Continue straight
20 mi
·
22 min
4
Take the exit slight right toward I 270: Indianapolis, Kansas City
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 270: Indianapolis, Kansas City
5
Keep slight left to continue on I 270 East: Indianapolis
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 270 East: Indianapolis
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 270 East: Indianapolis
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 270 East: Indianapolis
7
Merge slight left
7.3 mi
·
8 min
8
Merge slight right onto I 70 East: Indianapolis
83 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
I 70 East: Indianapolis
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 70 East: Indianapolis
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 70 East: Indianapolis
10
Take the exit slight right toward Martinsville
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Martinsville
11
Turn right onto North Cleone Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Cleone Road
12
Continue on North York Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North York Street
13
Continue on East Angling Road
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
East Angling Road
14
Continue on East Angling Road
9.0 mi
·
15 min
·
East Angling Road
15
Turn right onto IL 1
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
IL 1
16
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East 150th Road
17
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
18
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North York Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 3-hour and 4-minute trek, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience without feeling rushed. Plan for at least one stop during your travels to break up the drive and keep your focus sharp on the winding local roads. Given that the route is entirely local, keep an eye on your navigation to account for the frequent turns along the way. Budgeting roughly $29 for fuel will cover your transit, but it is always wise to fill up before leaving Jerseyville to avoid searching for stations in unfamiliar areas. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace to match the local traffic flow.
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 96.4 miles from Jerseyville, IL, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.4 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 31m
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 Jerseyville, 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 Jerseyville, IL
This is one driving day of about 192.8 miles and 3h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Jerseyville, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 96.4 mi from Jerseyville, IL · 1h 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 96.4 miles from Jerseyville, 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
$29.28 one way
$58.57 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
68 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $32.28 | $64.57 |
| premium | $4.80 | $36.40 | $72.79 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $42.83 | $85.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.8 | 0 | $20.24 | $9.25 |
| Efficient EV | 48.2 | 0 | $16.87 | $7.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 77.1 | 0 | $26.99 | $12.34 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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 Sunday
Local time
6:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
3 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
3h 4m 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 Jerseyville, IL to York, IL covers 192.8 miles and takes about 3h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North State Street, I 270, I 270 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 96.4 miles from Jerseyville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.28 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Jerseyville, IL to York, IL is easy. At 3h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Jerseyville, IL to York, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Jerseyville, IL to York, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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