Pana, IL to York, IL is 124.1 miles and takes about 2h 37m via I 70, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, traveling entirely within Illinois. Expect a straightforward highway-focused drive that's ideal for a single-day excursion. With a driving time under three hours, it's a manageable journey for most travelers. Consider this route if you need a direct and efficient way to get from Pana to York.
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
62.1 miles from Pana, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
37.2 mi
39m
Interstate 70
35 mi
38m
300 East Road
15.1 mi
17m
East Angling Road
13.7 mi
24m
County Road 875 East
11.1 mi
12m
IL 1
3.3 mi
5m
North York Street
2 mi
3m
County Road 2400 E
2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 37.2 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pana, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on East 2nd Street
84 ft·11 sec·East 2nd Street
2
Turn left onto US 51
0.3 mi·21 sec·South Poplar Street
3
Turn straight onto US 51
0.6 mi·2 min·Fair Avenue
4
Continue on US 51
2.0 mi·2 min·County Road 2400 E
5
Continue on US 51
15 mi·17 min·300 East Road
6
Continue on US 51
11 mi·12 min·County Road 875 East
7
Continue on US 51
0.3 mi·23 sec·North Kennedy Boulevard
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I-70 East: Effingham
9
Merge onto I 70
35 mi·38 min·Interstate 70
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
37 mi·39 min·I 70
Toward I 70 East: Indianapolis
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward Martinsville
12
Turn right onto North Cleone Road
0.6 mi·1 min·North Cleone Road
13
Continue on North York Street
1.9 mi·3 min·North York Street
14
Continue on East Angling Road
4.8 mi·8 min·East Angling Road
15
Continue on East Angling Road
9.0 mi·15 min·East Angling Road
16
Turn right onto IL 1
3.3 mi·5 min·IL 1
17
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
18
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
19
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·North York Street
20
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of around 2.5 hours, this trip offers great flexibility. You can easily start in the morning and be at your destination by lunchtime, or depart in the afternoon and arrive before dinner. There's only one designated stop, so you won't need to plan extensive breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longer 37.2-mile stretch on I 70, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination or a convenient exit. The estimated fuel cost of $19 is a helpful budget marker for this journey.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.1 miles from Pana, IL, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.2 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 27 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.1 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 54m
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 Pana, 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 Pana, IL
This is one driving day of about 124.1 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Pana, 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 70 for about 37.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 121.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 51 / South Poplar Street
Turn left onto US 51 / South Poplar Street
Navigation decision point
4
29.4 mi into trip|~35m in
Take the exit toward I-70 East: Effingham
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I-70 East: Effingham
5
64.7 mi into trip|~1h 14m in|I 70
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 East: Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 70 East: Indianapolis
4
101.9 mi into trip|~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward Martinsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Martinsville
5
121.8 mi into trip|~2h 28m in|East 150th Road
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.40 one way
$38.80 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.30
$42.60
premium
$4.89
$23.88
$47.76
diesel
$5.61
$27.40
$54.80
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
37.2
0
$13.03
$5.96
Efficient EV
31
0
$10.86
$4.96
EV Truck/SUV
49.6
0
$17.37
$7.94
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Pana, IL
Afternoon
in Pana on Saturday
Local time
12:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
York, IL
Afternoon
in York on Saturday
Local time
12:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Altamont, IL
62 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
19 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
2h 37m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily a highway experience, with 61% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 70, including one stretch of 37.2 miles without needing to exit. While the majority is highway, you will also encounter some local roads like 300 East Road, offering a slight change of pace. The general character is one of consistent speed and direct travel, making it easy to maintain a good pace.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 37.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Interstate 70. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 51 / South Poplar Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 37m drive. You will face about 8 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 (US 51 / South Poplar Street): Navigation decision point; at 29.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 64.7 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Pana, IL to York, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Martinsville along the way.
Martinsville
101.9 mi in|~1h 54m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 124.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The drive from Pana, IL to York, IL covers 124.1 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, Interstate 70, 300 East Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.1 miles from Pana, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.40 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 37m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 51 / South Poplar Street): Navigation decision point; at 29.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 64.7 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Pana, IL to York, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Martinsville along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
