Trip from Markham, IL to York, IL

Drive Time

4h 25m

Distance

195.9 mi

315 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 12m ★

6 AM

4h 25m

8 AM

4h 52m

10 AM

4h 35m

12 PM

4h 32m

3 PM

4h 36m

5 PM

4h 51m

8 PM

4h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Markham, IL

Mike Tyurin

York, IL

NIKOLAI FOMIN

Trip Overview

Spanning 195.9 miles across the Illinois landscape, this trip from Markham to York is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 25 minutes. Since the drive is designed for a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Expect to spend roughly $30 on fuel, making this a budget-friendly option for a weekend getaway or a necessary commute. You will navigate through the heart of the Midwest, transitioning between major thoroughfares and local roads. Because it is a manageable distance, you have the flexibility to head out early and arrive well before sunset.

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

98 miles from Markham, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .

Drive Character

With 78% of the journey spent on highways, this route is primarily a high-speed interstate experience. You will rely heavily on I-72, I-70, and South State Route 121 to cover the bulk of your mileage. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-72, where you can settle in for 71.9 miles of consistent driving. While the highway portions move quickly, the transition to local roads provides a shift in pace that prevents the drive from feeling like a monotonous grind. Prepare for a mix of fast-paced transit and more measured navigation as you transition between these road types.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 72 is the longest continuous segment at about 71.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 72 and South State Route 121. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 49.7 miles in near I 72; US 36.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 195.9 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 49.7 miles (I 72; US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.7 miles (US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

49.7 mi into trip | ~57m in | I 72; US 36

Take the exit onto I 72; US 36 toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur

79.7 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in | US 36

Take the exit onto US 36 toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 133 Toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana

80 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 51 South: Pana

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 133B Toward US 51 South: Pana

85.6 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Take the exit toward Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion

193.6 mi into trip | ~4h 16m in | East 150th Road

Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Towns Along This Route

Between Markham, IL and York, IL, road signs point toward Pana, Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion and Martinsville.

Pana

79.7 mi in | ~1h 30m | via US 36

Decatur

85.6 mi in | ~1h 37m

Elwin

85.6 mi in | ~1h 37m

Mount Zion

85.6 mi in | ~1h 37m

Martinsville

173.7 mi in | ~3h 41m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 72	71.9 mi	1h 18m
South State Route 121	33.8 mi	48m
I 70	16 mi	17m
East Angling Road	13.7 mi	24m
Route 130	10 mi	14m
US Highway 67	6.4 mi	6m
Illinois Route 16	6 mi	8m
Dewitt Avenue	5.8 mi	9m

Longest stretch: I 72 — 71.9 mi, about 1h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Markham, IL and York, IL.

Start on Markham Road

1.1 mi · 4 min · Markham Road

Turn right onto US 67; IL 104

6.4 mi · 6 min · US Highway 67

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward I 72 East: Quincy

Merge onto I 72; US 36

42 mi · 45 min · I 72; US 36

Take the exit onto I 72; US 36

30 mi · 32 min · I 72; US 36

Toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur

Take the exit onto US 36

0.3 mi · 40 sec · US 36

Exit 133 Toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 133B Toward US 51 South: Pana

Merge onto US 51

5.0 mi · 5 min · US 51

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec

Toward Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion

Turn slight left

112 ft · 2 sec

Turn left onto US 51 Business

0.3 mi · 38 sec · South Business Route 51

Turn left onto CTH 20

4.2 mi · 5 min · West Elwin Road

Continue on CTH 30

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Main Street

Turn right onto IL 121

34 mi · 48 min · South State Route 121

Continue on IL 121

5.8 mi · 9 min · Dewitt Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Lerna Road

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Lerna Road

Turn left onto IL 16

6.0 mi · 8 min · Illinois Route 16

Continue on IL 16

1.8 mi · 2 min · West Lincoln Avenue

Turn right onto IL 130

1.6 mi · 2 min · 18th Street

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · Illinois Route 130

Continue on IL 130

10.0 mi · 14 min · Route 130

Continue on IL 130

2.0 mi · 2 min · County Road 1825 East

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · County Road 1775 E

Continue on IL 130

0.4 mi · 32 sec · North Haughton Highway

Continue on IL 130

1.3 mi · 1 min · 1700E

Continue on IL 130

0.4 mi · 37 sec · North Haughton Highway

Turn left

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Merge onto I 70

16 mi · 17 min · I 70

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward Martinsville

Turn right onto North Cleone Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Cleone Road

Continue on North York Street

1.9 mi · 3 min · North York Street

Continue on East Angling Road

4.8 mi · 8 min · East Angling Road

Continue on East Angling Road

9.0 mi · 15 min · East Angling Road

Turn right onto IL 1

3.3 mi · 5 min · IL 1

Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road

1.9 mi · 7 min · East 150th Road

Continue on West Broadway Street

0.2 mi · 1 min · West Broadway Street

Turn left onto North York Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · North York Street

Arrive at destination

North York Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 4-hour and 25-minute trek, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the journey. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential traffic fluctuations along your primary highway arteries. Since your longest stretch is 71.9 miles on I-72, try to time your break either just before or immediately after this segment to keep your energy levels steady. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the trip, as the $30 estimate assumes efficient driving conditions. Utilizing that single planned stop effectively will ensure you reach York feeling refreshed and ready for your arrival.

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 98 miles from Markham, IL, or about 1h 55m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.9 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 98 miles or 1h 55m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 27m

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 Markham, 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 Markham, IL

This is one driving day of about 195.9 miles and 4h 25m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Markham, 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 72 for about 71.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 98 mi from Markham, IL · 1h 55m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Decatur, IL

98 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

Decatur, IL

Fuel and coffee

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

Decatur, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 98 miles from Markham, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 72 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.9 miles.

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

$29.76 one way

$59.51 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 69 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$32.80	$65.60
premium	$4.80	$36.98	$73.96
diesel	$5.64	$43.52	$87.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 68.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	58.8	$20.57	$9.40
Efficient EV	49	$17.14	$7.84
EV Truck/SUV	78.4	$27.43	$12.54

Gas CO2

69 kg

EV CO2

23 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Markham, IL

Afternoon in Markham on Sunday

Local time

4:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

York, IL

Afternoon in York on Sunday

Local time

4:16 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

15 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

4h 25m 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 Markham, IL to York, IL covers 195.9 miles and takes about 4h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 72, South State Route 121, I 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 98 miles from Markham, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.76 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.

Between Markham, IL and York, IL, road signs point toward Pana, Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion and Martinsville.

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Trip from Markham, IL to York, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in York, IL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Markham, IL

York, IL

Same local time

15 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 25m on the road

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