Origin
Lively Grove, IL
Evening in Lively Grove on Thursday
Local time
6:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lively Grove, IL to Irvington, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
48m
Distance
34.9 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Irvington, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lively Grove, IL to Irvington, IL covers 34.9 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on IL 15, I 64, IL 153 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.9 miles on IL 15. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 34.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 48m highway drive covering 34.9 miles, with most of the trip on IL 15 and I 64. The longest continuous stretch is about 12.9 miles on IL 15.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 15 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 15 and I 64. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in near IL 15.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 48m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4 miles (IL 15): Navigation decision point; at 16.9 miles (IL 127): Navigation decision point; at 20.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
IL 15
Turn right onto IL 15
Navigation decision point
4
16.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
IL 127
Turn left onto IL 127
Navigation decision point
5
20.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
30.9 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward US 51: Centralia, Ashley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 51: Centralia, Ashley
4
33.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
South 2nd Street Road
Turn left onto South 2nd Street Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lively Grove, IL to Irvington, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Ashley along the way.
Ashley
30.9 mi in
|
~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 15 | 12.9 mi | 19m |
| I 64 | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| IL 153 | 4 mi | 7m |
| IL 127 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| United States Route 51 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| South 2nd Street Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| IL 177 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| County Highway 10 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 15
— 12.9 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lively Grove, IL and Irvington, IL.
1
Start on County Highway 10
53 ft
·
2 sec
·
County Highway 10
2
Turn right onto IL 153
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 153
3
Turn right onto IL 15
13 mi
·
19 min
·
IL 15
4
Turn left onto IL 127
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
IL 127
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
6
Merge onto I 64
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 64
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 51: Centralia, Ashley
8
Turn left onto US 51
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
United States Route 51
9
Turn left onto South 2nd Street Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South 2nd Street Road
10
Turn left onto IL 177
360 ft
·
7 sec
·
IL 177
11
Arrive at destination
IL 177
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.5 mi from Lively Grove, IL · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from Lively Grove, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Irvington, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Irvington, IL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.46 one way
$10.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.99 | $11.98 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.72 | $13.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.71 | $15.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.23 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Irvington, IL
Evening in Irvington on Thursday
Local time
6:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Nashville, IL
17 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
48m 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 Lively Grove, IL to Irvington, IL covers 34.9 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 15, I 64, IL 153. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.5 miles from Lively Grove, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.46 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 48m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4 miles (IL 15): Navigation decision point; at 16.9 miles (IL 127): Navigation decision point; at 20.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
On the drive from Lively Grove, IL to Irvington, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Ashley along the way.
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