Origin
Mount Carmel, IL
Morning in Mount Carmel on Thursday
Local time
11:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Carmel, IL to York, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
56.6 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Carmel, IL
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York, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mount Carmel, IL to York, IL covers 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Market Street, East 9th Street, North Cherry Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 56.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 8m drive with frequent turns across 56.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Market 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mount Carmel, IL to York, IL is easy. At 1h 8m 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 Mount Carmel, IL to York, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Market Street | — | — |
| East 9th Street | — | — |
| North Cherry Street | — | — |
| County Road 1550 East | — | — |
| 1150E | — | — |
| 15th Street | — | — |
| 1200E | — | — |
| County Road 1400E | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Market Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Carmel, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on East 5th Street
75 ft
·
5 sec
·
East 5th Street
2
Turn right onto North Market Street
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
North Market Street
3
Turn right onto East 9th Street
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East 9th Street
4
Turn left onto North Cherry Street
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
North Cherry Street
5
Continue on County Road 1550 East
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 1550 East
6
Continue on 1150E
10 mi
·
15 min
·
1150E
7
Continue on 15th Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
15th Street
8
Continue on 1200E
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
1200E
9
Continue on County Road 1400E
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
County Road 1400E
10
Continue on IL 1
13 mi
·
18 min
·
IL 1
11
Turn right onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East 150th Road
12
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
13
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North York Street
14
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.3 mi from Mount Carmel, IL · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Mount Carmel, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.85 one way
$17.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.72 | $19.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.89 | $21.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.50 | $24.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.92 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Morning in York on Thursday
Local time
11:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Lawrenceville, IL
28 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
21 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
1h 8m 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 Mount Carmel, IL to York, IL covers 56.6 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Market Street, East 9th Street, North Cherry Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.3 miles from Mount Carmel, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.85 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.
The drive from Mount Carmel, IL to York, IL is easy. At 1h 8m 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 Mount Carmel, IL to York, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mount Carmel, IL to York, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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