Origin
York, IL
Evening in York on Thursday
Local time
5:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from York, IL to Belleville, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 22m
Distance
161.6 mi
260 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 10m
★
6 AM
3h 22m
8 AM
3h 46m
10 AM
3h 31m
12 PM
3h 28m
3 PM
3h 32m
5 PM
3h 45m
8 PM
3h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
York, IL
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Belleville, IL
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Trip Overview
Spanning 161.6 miles across the Illinois landscape, this trip from York to Belleville is a straightforward, highway-focused journey through the Midwest. You can expect to spend approximately 3 hours and 22 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal one-day excursion. Budget roughly $25 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Since the drive is relatively compact, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. The route is highly practical for travelers looking to move efficiently between these two points without the need for complex planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
80.8 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 22m. Total distance: 161.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
With 80% of your time spent on major highways, this route is built for steady progress rather than winding exploration. You will spend the bulk of your journey on I-70, which accounts for a significant 125.2-mile stretch of uninterrupted driving. As you transition off the interstate, the character of the road shifts when you merge onto East Angling Road and North Illinois Street. This combination of high-speed interstate and local roads creates a mix of open highway cruising and typical regional navigation. It is a functional drive that trades scenic detours for reliable, direct travel across the state.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Broadway Street 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from York, IL to Belleville, IL is easy. At 3h 22m 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 York, IL to Belleville, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Broadway Street | — | — |
| East 150th Road | — | — |
| IL 1 | — | — |
| East Angling Road | — | — |
| South York Street | — | — |
| North Cleone Road | — | — |
| I 70 West | — | — |
| I 55 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Broadway Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Belleville, IL.
1
Start on North York Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
North York Street
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
57 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
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
IL 1
5
Turn left onto East Angling Road
9.0 mi
·
15 min
·
East Angling Road
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Angling Road
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
East Angling Road
7
Continue on South York Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
South York Street
8
Continue on North Cleone Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Cleone Road
9
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
10
Merge slight left
43 mi
·
46 min
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 70 West: Saint Louis
77 mi
·
1 hr 22 min
·
I 70 West: Saint Louis
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South, I 70 West: Saint Louis
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
I 55 South, I 70 West: Saint Louis
13
Take the exit slight right toward IL 159 South: Collinsville
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
IL 159 South: Collinsville
14
Continue on Vandalia Street
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Vandalia Street
15
Continue on South Morrison Avenue
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Morrison Avenue
16
Continue on North Illinois Street
9.3 mi
·
14 min
·
North Illinois Street
17
Turn left onto East F Street
59 ft
·
3 sec
·
East F Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though leaving early helps avoid potential mid-day traffic. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs during the 161.6-mile trek to keep your focus sharp. Given the length of the 125.2-mile stretch on I-70, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the interstate to avoid unnecessary detours. Keep a close eye on your GPS as you transition from the high-speed sections onto East Angling Road and North Illinois Street, as these local roads require more attention than the open highway. Use your one planned stop to refuel and reset, ensuring you arrive in Belleville ready for your next activity.
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 80.8 miles from York, IL, or about 1h 41m 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 36 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.8 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Belleville, 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.
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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 York, IL
This is one driving day of about 161.6 miles and 3h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from York, 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 80.8 mi from York, IL · 1h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 80.8 miles from York, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Belleville, IL
The final approach into Belleville, 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 Belleville, 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
$25.26 one way
$50.53 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.74 | $55.48 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.10 | $62.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.68 | $71.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.5 | 0 | $16.97 | $7.76 |
| Efficient EV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.14 | $6.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.6 | 0 | $22.62 | $10.34 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Belleville, IL
Evening in Belleville on Thursday
Local time
5:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Hillsboro, IL
81 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
19 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
3h 22m 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 Belleville, IL covers 161.6 miles and takes about 3h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Broadway Street, East 150th Road, IL 1. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.8 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 $25.26 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from York, IL to Belleville, IL is easy. At 3h 22m 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 York, IL to Belleville, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from York, IL to Belleville, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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