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Trip from York, IL to Arcola, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 55m

Distance

67.2 mi

108 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Fair

1 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min
4 AM
1h 47m ★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 12m
10 AM
2h 1m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 2m
5 PM
2h 11m
8 PM
1h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom

York, IL

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town in Illinois

Arcola, IL

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Trip Overview

The drive from York, IL to Arcola, IL covers 67.2 miles and takes about 1h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on IL 1, West Jasper Street, E County Road 200 N for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.7 miles on IL 1. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.51 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.

Midpoint

33.6 miles from York, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 67.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (55%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

The drive from York, IL to Arcola, IL covers 67.2 miles and takes about 1h 55m, 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 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 1 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Broadway Street.

Driving Effort 1/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from York, IL to Arcola, IL is easy. At 1h 55m with 55% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (IL 1): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 33 miles (US 150; IL 16; IL 133 / West Jasper Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

4 of 4 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Broadway Street

At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street

Navigation decision point

5
2.3 mi into trip | ~9m in | IL 1

Turn sharp right onto IL 1

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

4
33 mi into trip | ~54m in | US 150; IL 16; IL 133 / West Jasper Street

Turn left onto US 150; IL 16; IL 133 / West Jasper Street

Navigation decision point

4
66.9 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in | South Locust Street

Turn right onto South Locust Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
IL 1 30.7 mi 45m
West Jasper Street 10.7 mi 18m
E County Road 200 N 8.8 mi 15m
Illinois Route 133 6 mi 10m
East County Road 200 North 3.1 mi 5m
East 150th Road 1.9 mi 7m
East 1220th Road 1.6 mi 2m
East 1200th Road 1.3 mi 2m
Longest stretch: IL 1 — 30.7 mi, about 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Arcola, IL.

1

Start on North York Street

0.1 mi · 29 sec · North York Street
2

At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · West Broadway Street
3

Continue on East 150th Road

1.9 mi · 7 min · East 150th Road
4

Turn sharp right onto IL 1

31 mi · 45 min · IL 1
5

Turn left onto US 150; IL 16; IL 133

11 mi · 18 min · West Jasper Street
6

Continue on IL 133

1.3 mi · 2 min · East 1200th Road
7

Continue on IL 133

1.6 mi · 2 min · East 1220th Road
8

Continue on IL 133

0.7 mi · 1 min · East 1225th Road
9

Continue on IL 133

1.0 mi · 1 min · East 1850th Road
10

Continue on IL 133

5.3 mi · 9 min · Illinois Route 133
11

Continue on IL 133

3.6 mi · 6 min · E County Road 200 N
12

Continue on IL 133

0.6 mi · 1 min · Illinois Route 133
13

Continue on IL 133

1.5 mi · 2 min · East County Road 200 North
14

Continue on IL 133

1.6 mi · 2 min · E County Road 200 N
15

Continue on IL 133

1.2 mi · 2 min · East County Road 200 North
16

Continue on IL 133

3.6 mi · 6 min · E County Road 200 N
17

Continue on IL 133

0.4 mi · 42 sec · East County Road 200 North
18

Continue on IL 133

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Springfield Road
19

Turn right onto South Locust Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · South Locust Street
20

Arrive at destination

North Locust Street

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 33.6 miles from York, IL, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.7 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 15 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 33.6 miles or 55m 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 36m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arcola, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving York, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from York, IL

This is one driving day of about 67.2 miles and 1h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from York, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IL 1 for about 30.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 33.6 mi from York, IL · 55m into the drive

city in Illinois

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Paris, IL

34 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

Marshall, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Paris, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from York, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Arcola, IL

The final approach into Arcola, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Latte Dough Coffee Shop & Bakery Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Marshall, Illinois

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 19.2

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+12178227322

Visit website

Gypsy Queen Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Marshall, Illinois

1.1 mi

Latte Dough Coffee Shop & Bakery Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 19.2

Marshall, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+12178227322

Visit website

Gypsy Queen Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 19.2

Marshall, Illinois

Hours: 6:30 am–5:30 pm

+12172515199

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 19.2

Marshall, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.51 one way

$21.01 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $11.54 $23.07
premium $4.89 $12.93 $25.86
diesel $5.61 $14.84 $29.67

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

1 DC fast chargers · Coverage: fair

EVgo Charging Station

Marshall, Illinois

EVgo

1 DCFC

EVgo: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.2 0 $7.06 $3.23
Efficient EV 16.8 0 $5.88 $2.69
EV Truck/SUV 26.9 0 $9.41 $4.30

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

York, IL

Night in York on Friday

Local time

10:43 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Arcola, IL

Night in Arcola on Friday

Local time

10:43 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

73°F

Paris, IL

34 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

20 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

1h 55m 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 York, IL to Arcola, IL covers 67.2 miles and takes about 1h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are IL 1, West Jasper Street, E County Road 200 N. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 33.6 miles from York, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.51 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 York, IL to Arcola, IL is easy. At 1h 55m with 55% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (IL 1): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 33 miles (US 150; IL 16; IL 133 / West Jasper Street): Navigation decision point.

The route from York, IL to Arcola, 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, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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