Origin
Wood River, IL
Afternoon in Wood River on Tuesday
Local time
12:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wood River, IL to Decatur, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
103.8 mi
167 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
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6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wood River, IL
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Decatur, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wood River, IL to Decatur, IL covers 103.8 miles and takes about 1h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Wood River Avenue, Madison Avenue, South Central Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.23 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
51.9 miles from Wood River, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 1h 58m drive with frequent turns across 103.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Wood River 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. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Wood River, IL to Decatur, IL is easy. At 1h 58m 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 Wood River, IL to Decatur, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Wood River Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Madison Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Central Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Vaughn Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Bellwood Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Bellwood Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Bethalto Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 140 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Wood River Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wood River, IL and Decatur, IL.
1
Start on East Ferguson Avenue
164 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Ferguson Avenue
2
Turn left onto South Wood River Avenue
328 ft
·
16 sec
·
South Wood River Avenue
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Madison Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Madison Avenue
4
Turn left onto South Central Avenue
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Central Avenue
5
Continue on Vaughn Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Vaughn Road
6
Continue on South Bellwood Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Bellwood Drive
7
Continue on North Bellwood Drive
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bellwood Drive
8
Turn right onto West Bethalto Drive
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Bethalto Drive
9
Continue on State Route 140
9.6 mi
·
13 min
·
State Route 140
10
Continue on West State Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West State Street
11
Continue on State Route 140
443 ft
·
14 sec
·
State Route 140
12
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
13
Merge slight left
33 mi
·
35 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward IL 48, IL 127: Raymond, Taylorville, Hillsboro
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
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IL 48, IL 127: Raymond, Taylorville, Hillsboro
15
Keep slight right to continue on IL 48, IL 127: Raymond, Taylorville, Hillsboro
148 ft
·
3 sec
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IL 48, IL 127: Raymond, Taylorville, Hillsboro
16
Turn straight onto North 22nd Avenue
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
North 22nd Avenue
17
Continue on Sarpy Street
12 mi
·
21 min
·
Sarpy Street
18
Continue on County Road 975 N
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
County Road 975 N
19
Continue on Jaycee Drive
18 mi
·
22 min
·
Jaycee Drive
20
Continue on North Railroad Avenue
13 mi
·
15 min
·
North Railroad Avenue
21
Turn right onto West South Side Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West South Side Drive
22
Turn slight left
1.4 mi
·
2 min
23
Turn left onto East Wood Street
509 ft
·
16 sec
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East Wood Street
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.9 miles from Wood River, IL, or about 59m 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.9 miles or 59m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Decatur, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wood River, 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 Wood River, IL
This is one driving day of about 103.8 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Wood River, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.9 mi from Wood River, IL · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.9 miles from Wood River, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Decatur, IL
The final approach into Decatur, 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 Decatur, 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
$16.23 one way
$32.46 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.82 | $35.64 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.98 | $39.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.92 | $45.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.90 | $4.98 |
| Efficient EV | 26 | 0 | $9.08 | $4.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.53 | $6.64 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Destination
Decatur, IL
Afternoon in Decatur on Tuesday
Local time
12:04 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
2 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 58m 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 Wood River, IL to Decatur, IL covers 103.8 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Wood River Avenue, Madison Avenue, South Central Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.9 miles from Wood River, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.23 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 Wood River, IL to Decatur, IL is easy. At 1h 58m 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 Wood River, IL to Decatur, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Wood River, IL to Decatur, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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