Origin
Stickney, IL
Late night in Stickney on Saturday
Local time
2:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Stickney, IL to York, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 2m
Distance
233.8 mi
376 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 49m
★
6 AM
4h 2m
8 AM
4h 28m
10 AM
4h 12m
12 PM
4h 9m
3 PM
4h 13m
5 PM
4h 27m
8 PM
3h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Stickney, IL
Mike Tyurin
York, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Stickney, IL to York, IL covers 233.8 miles and takes about 4h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Cicero Avenue, Cicero Avenue, 167th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $36.55 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
116.9 miles from Stickney, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 2m. Total distance: 233.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 2m drive with frequent turns across 233.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Cicero Avenue 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 2m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Stickney, IL to York, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Cicero Avenue | — | — |
| Cicero Avenue | — | — |
| 167th Street | — | — |
| I 57 South | — | — |
| Market Street | — | — |
| East Marketview Drive | — | — |
| North Neil Street | — | — |
| US 150 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Cicero Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Stickney, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on Pershing Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Pershing Road
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Cicero Avenue
9.6 mi
·
15 min
·
South Cicero Avenue
3
Continue on Cicero Avenue
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Cicero Avenue
4
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
167th Street
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
6
Merge slight left
105 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward Market Street
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Market Street
8
Turn left
95 ft
·
5 sec
9
Turn left onto Market Street
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Market Street
10
Turn right onto East Marketview Drive
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Marketview Drive
11
Turn left onto North Neil Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
North Neil Street
12
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
13
Merge slight left
32 mi
·
35 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 150, IL 1
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 150, IL 1
15
Keep slight right to continue on US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
16
Turn straight onto Georgetown Road
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Georgetown Road
17
Continue on North State Street
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North State Street
18
Continue on Georgetown Road
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Georgetown Road
19
Continue on 1575 E US 36
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
1575 E US 36
20
Continue on Georgetown Road
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Georgetown Road
21
Continue on IL Route 1
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
IL Route 1
22
Turn right onto West Elliot Street
512 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Elliot Street
23
Turn left onto North Central Avenue
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Central Avenue
24
Continue on Vandalia Way
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Vandalia Way
25
Turn straight onto South Main Street
30 mi
·
45 min
·
South Main Street
26
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East 150th Road
27
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
28
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North York Street
29
Arrive at your destination
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 116.9 miles from Stickney, IL, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
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 51 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.9 miles or 2h 1m 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.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Stickney, 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 Stickney, IL
This is one driving day of about 233.8 miles and 4h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Stickney, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 116.9 mi from Stickney, IL · 2h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 116.9 miles from Stickney, 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.
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.55 one way
$73.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $40.13 | $80.27 |
| premium | $4.89 | $44.99 | $89.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.62 | $103.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.1 | 0 | $24.55 | $11.22 |
| Efficient EV | 58.5 | 0 | $20.46 | $9.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.5 | 1 | $32.73 | $14.96 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Late night in York on Saturday
Local time
2:18 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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 2m 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 Stickney, IL to York, IL covers 233.8 miles and takes about 4h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Cicero Avenue, Cicero Avenue, 167th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 116.9 miles from Stickney, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.55 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 2m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Stickney, IL to York, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Stickney, IL to York, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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