The drive from Morris, IL to York, IL covers 192.2 miles and takes about 4h 33m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, South Main Street, Georgetown Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41.9 miles on I 74.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.05 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
96.1 miles from Morris, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 13m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 33m. Total distance: 192.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 33m drive with frequent turns across 192.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 41.9 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 early in the drive.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 33m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 81.9 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
81.9 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|I 74
Merge onto I 74
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
123.8 mi into trip|~2h 44m in
Take the exit toward US 150, IL 1
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150, IL 1
7
124 mi into trip|~2h 44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
5
189.9 mi into trip|~4h 24m in|East 150th Road
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 74
41.9 mi
45m
South Main Street
30.4 mi
45m
Georgetown Road
29.6 mi
44m
North 2700 East Road
28.7 mi
44m
North 390 East Road
10.8 mi
15m
East Street
10.1 mi
12m
Division Street
7.9 mi
9m
County Road 400 East
7.7 mi
10m
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 41.9 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Morris, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on this road
49 ft·3 sec·this road
2
Turn right
43 ft·8 sec
3
Turn left onto IL 47
7.9 mi·9 min·Division Street
4
Continue on IL 47
10 mi·12 min·East Street
5
Turn left onto IL 47
1.3 mi·2 min·North Union Street
6
Continue on IL 47
22 mi·35 min·North 2700 East Road
7
Continue on IL 47
1.2 mi·2 min·North Center Street
8
Continue on IL 47
6.7 mi·9 min·North 2700 East Road
9
Continue on IL 47
0.7 mi·1 min·North 2750 East Road
10
Continue on IL 47
1.1 mi·1 min·North 2775 East Road
11
Continue on IL 47
0.4 mi·36 sec·North 2790 East Road
12
Continue on IL 47
0.4 mi·32 sec·North 385 East Road
13
Continue on IL 47
11 mi·15 min·North 390 East Road
14
Turn left onto IL 9; IL 47; IL 54
0.5 mi·1 min·West 1st Street
15
Turn right onto IL 47
0.4 mi·47 sec·South Sangamon Avenue
16
Continue on IL 47
383 ft·7 sec·North 450E Road
17
Continue on IL 47
3.5 mi·4 min·North 450 East Road
18
Continue on IL 47
2.1 mi·2 min·County Road 450 East
19
Continue on IL 47
7.5 mi·10 min·County Road 400 East
20
Continue on IL 47
4.5 mi·6 min·County Road 350 East
21
Continue on IL 47
0.2 mi·28 sec·County Road 400 East
22
Continue on IL 47
506 ft·12 sec·North Lombard Street
23
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 74 East: Champaign
24
Merge onto I 74
42 mi·45 min·I 74
Use the slight right lane.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
27
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi·20 min·Georgetown Road
28
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi·2 min·North State Street
29
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi·9 min·Georgetown Road
30
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi·28 sec·1575 E US 36
31
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi·14 min·Georgetown Road
32
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.4 mi·3 min·IL Route 1
33
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
512 ft·8 sec·West Elliot Street
34
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
1.7 mi·2 min·North Central Avenue
35
Continue on IL 1
0.1 mi·11 sec·Vandalia Way
36
Turn straight onto IL 1
30 mi·45 min·South Main Street
37
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
38
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
39
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·North York Street
40
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
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 96.1 miles from Morris, IL, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.9 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 42 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.1 miles or 2h 13m 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 36m
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 Morris, 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 Morris, IL
This is one driving day of about 192.2 miles and 4h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Morris, 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 74 for about 41.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 96.1 mi from Morris, IL
· 2h 13m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.05 one way
$60.10 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$32.99
$65.98
premium
$4.89
$36.99
$73.97
diesel
$5.61
$42.44
$84.87
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: 67.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
7 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Champaign, Illinois
Other
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Champaign, Illinois
EV Connect
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Champaign, Illinois
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Urbana, Illinois
Tesla
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Champaign, Illinois
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Champaign, Illinois
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Champaign, Illinois
Blink
1 DCFC
ChargePoint: 2
Other: 1
EV Connect: 1
Tesla Destination: 1
Tesla: 1
Blink: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.7
0
$20.18
$9.23
Efficient EV
48.1
0
$16.82
$7.69
EV Truck/SUV
76.9
0
$26.91
$12.30
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Morris, IL
Morning
in Morris on Friday
Local time
7:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
York, IL
Morning
in York on Friday
Local time
7:40 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Danville, IL
96 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 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
4h 33m 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 Morris, IL to York, IL covers 192.2 miles and takes about 4h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, South Main Street, Georgetown Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 96.1 miles from Morris, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.05 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.
This is a straightforward 4h 33m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 81.9 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 123.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Morris, IL to York, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
EV charging comes from the
NREL Alternative Fuels
dataset.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
methodology page
documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
