Drive Time
3h 32m
Distance
179.9 mi
290 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$27
one way
Photo: NIKOLAI FOMIN
The drive from Metropolis, IL to York, IL covers 179.9 miles and takes about 3h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ferry Street, East 12th Street, Route 45 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
90 miles from Metropolis, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Expect a 3h 32m drive with frequent turns across 179.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Metropolis, IL to York, IL is easy. At 3h 32m 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 Metropolis, IL to York, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 12th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 45 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 145 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Commercial Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 45 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Walnut Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West 9th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Metropolis, IL and York, IL.
Start on West 5th Street
Turn left onto Ferry Street
Turn right onto East 12th Street
Turn left onto United States Route 45
Turn left onto Illinois Route 145
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Commercial Street
Continue on United States Highway 45
Continue straight
Turn left onto North Walnut Street
Turn right onto West 9th Street
Turn left onto North Cherry Street
Continue on County Road 1550 East
Continue on 1150E
Continue on 15th Street
Continue on 1200E
Continue on County Road 1400E
Continue on IL 1
Turn right onto East 150th Road
Continue on West Broadway Street
Turn left onto North York Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90 miles or 1h 46m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near York, IL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Metropolis, 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 Metropolis, IL
This is one driving day of about 179.9 miles and 3h 32m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90 mi from Metropolis, IL · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
90 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.
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.
Regular Gas
$26.71 one way
$53.42 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $30.12 | $60.25 |
| premium | $4.65 | $32.96 | $65.93 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $37.57 | $75.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 62.9 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 54 | 0 | $18.89 | $8.64 |
| Efficient EV | 45 | 0 | $15.74 | $7.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 72 | 0 | $25.19 | $11.51 |
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Metropolis on Saturday
Local time
2:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in York on Saturday
Local time
2:48 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
61°F
Carmi, IL
90 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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