Drive Time
4h 18m
Distance
199.2 mi
321 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
Photo: NIKOLAI FOMIN
The drive from South Pekin, IL to York, IL covers 199.2 miles and takes about 4h 18m 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 highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 114.5 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $30.26 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
99.6 miles from South Pekin, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
This is a 4h 18m highway drive covering 199.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and South Main Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 114.5 miles on I 74.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and South Main Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 43.3 miles in near I 74.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 199.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 43.3 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 49.9 miles (I 74; US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 130.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74 toward I 55 South, I 74 East, US 51 South: Saint Louis, Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51 toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 150, IL 1
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
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
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Between South Pekin, IL and York, IL, road signs point toward Indianapolis and Decatur.
Indianapolis
Decatur
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 114.5 mi | 2h 3m |
| South Main Street | 30.4 mi | 45m |
| Georgetown Road | 29.6 mi | 44m |
| IL 29 | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| I 474 | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Radio City Drive | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| East 150th Road | 1.9 mi | 7m |
| North State Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between South Pekin, IL and York, IL.
Start on East Main Street
Turn right onto IL 29
Turn slight right
Turn slight right onto IL 29
Turn left onto IL 29
Continue on IL 29
Continue on IL 29
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 474
Merge onto I 74
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
Continue on US 150; IL 1
Continue on US 150; IL 1
Continue on US 150; IL 1
Continue on US 150; IL 1
Continue on US 150; IL 1
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
Continue on IL 1
Turn straight onto IL 1
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
Continue on West Broadway Street
Turn left onto North York Street
Arrive at 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.6 miles or 1h 54m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near York, IL than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving South Pekin, 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 South Pekin, IL
This is one driving day of about 199.2 miles and 4h 18m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 99.6 mi from South Pekin, IL · 1h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 99.6 miles from South Pekin, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.5 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$30.26 one way
$60.51 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $33.35 | $66.71 |
| premium | $4.80 | $37.60 | $75.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $44.26 | $88.51 |
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: 69.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.92 | $9.56 |
| Efficient EV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.43 | $7.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.7 | 0 | $27.89 | $12.75 |
Gas CO2
70 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Evening in South Pekin on Saturday
Local time
5:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Evening in York on Saturday
Local time
5:23 PM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
54°F
Champaign, IL
100 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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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