Origin
Wasco, IL
Late night in Wasco on Friday
Local time
4:58 AM
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Current temp
48°F
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Trip from Wasco, IL to Quincy, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 21m
Distance
272.3 mi
438 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 8m
★
6 AM
5h 22m
8 AM
5h 49m
10 AM
5h 31m
12 PM
5h 28m
3 PM
5h 32m
5 PM
5h 47m
8 PM
5h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wasco, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Quincy, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wasco, IL to Quincy, IL covers 272.3 miles and takes about 5h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, IL 110, Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.7 miles on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $42.57 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
136.2 miles from Wasco, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 34m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 21m. Total distance: 272.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Wasco, IL to Quincy, IL covers 272.3 miles and takes about 5h 21m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 82.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 20.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 21m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 20.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 21 miles (I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 153.4 miles (IL 110): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
20.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the ramp toward I 88 West Toll: Moline Rock Island
Navigation decision point
Toward I 88 West Toll: Moline Rock Island
5
21 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Merge onto I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
153.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
|
IL 110
Take the exit onto IL 110 toward US 34 West: Monmouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 46A
Toward US 34 West: Monmouth
5
262.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 6m in
Take the exit toward US 24: Mount Sterling, Keokuk
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 24: Mount Sterling, Keokuk
5
272.2 mi into trip
|
~5h 21m in
|
US 24 / North 4th Street
Turn left onto US 24 / North 4th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 82.7 mi | 1h 32m |
| IL 110 | 56.7 mi | 1h 7m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway | 49.7 mi | 53m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 38.9 mi | 41m |
| Lincoln Highway | 14.1 mi | 19m |
| US 24 | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| West Jackson Street | 6.2 mi | 10m |
| East Campbell Street | 3.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
— 82.7 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wasco, IL and Quincy, IL.
1
Start on IL 64
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
IL 64
2
Turn left onto Anderson Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Anderson Road
3
Turn right onto IL 38
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Lincoln Highway
4
Turn left onto Peace Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Peace Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 88 West Toll: Moline Rock Island
6
Merge onto I 88; IL 110
50 mi
·
53 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 88; IL 110
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
8
Continue on I 88; IL 110
38 mi
·
40 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
Exit 41
9
Continue on I 88; IL 92; IL 110
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
10
Take the exit onto IL 110
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
IL 110
Toward I 80: Peoria
11
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 110
31 mi
·
33 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
12
Take the exit onto IL 110
50 mi
·
59 min
·
IL 110
Exit 46A
Toward US 34 West: Monmouth
13
Continue on US 67
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1200th Street
14
Continue on US 67
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Lafayette Street
15
Turn right onto US 136
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Calhoun Street
16
Continue on US 136
398 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Johnson Street
17
Turn right onto US 136
6.2 mi
·
10 min
·
West Jackson Street
18
Continue on US 136
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
·
Macomb Street
19
Continue on US 136
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
·
East North Street
20
Continue on US 136
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East Campbell Street
21
Turn right onto US 136; IL 110; IL 336
46 mi
·
53 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
22
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 24: Mount Sterling, Keokuk
23
Turn right onto US 24
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
US 24
24
Turn left onto Vermont Street
462 ft
·
25 sec
·
Vermont Street
25
Turn left onto US 24
343 ft
·
4 sec
·
North 4th Street
26
Turn right
71 ft
·
1 sec
27
Arrive at 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 136.2 miles from Wasco, IL, or about 2h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.7 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 60 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.2 miles or 2h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Quincy, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wasco, 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 Wasco, IL
This is one driving day of about 272.3 miles and 5h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Wasco, 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 Chicago-Kansas City Expressway for about 82.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 136.2 mi from Wasco, IL · 2h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 136.2 miles from Wasco, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Chicago-Kansas City Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.7 miles.
Arriving in Quincy, IL
The final approach into Quincy, 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 Quincy, 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
$42.57 one way
$85.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $46.74 | $93.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $52.40 | $104.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $60.12 | $120.24 |
Estimated Tolls: $2.98
Reagan Memorial Tollway
(49.7 mi)
$2.98
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.7 | 1 | $28.59 | $13.07 |
| Efficient EV | 68.1 | 0 | $23.83 | $10.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.9 | 1 | $38.12 | $17.43 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Quincy, IL
Late night in Quincy on Friday
Local time
4:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
Burgess, IL
136 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
27 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
5h 21m 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 Wasco, IL to Quincy, IL covers 272.3 miles and takes about 5h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, IL 110, Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.2 miles from Wasco, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.57 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 5h 21m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 21 miles (I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 153.4 miles (IL 110): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Wasco, IL to Quincy, 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. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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