Origin
York, IL
Morning in York on Saturday
Local time
10:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from York, IL to Cincinnati, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
101.8 mi
164 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 35m
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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Cincinnati, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from York, IL to Cincinnati, IL covers 101.8 miles and takes about 2h 41m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on IL 1, Main Street, County Road 850N for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.5 miles on IL 1. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.92 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
50.9 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 41m. Total distance: 101.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (23%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 41m drive with frequent turns across 101.8 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.
IL 1 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.5 miles.
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. 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 Cincinnati, IL is easy. At 2h 41m with 23% 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): Navigation decision point; at 55.8 miles (IL 1 / East 9th Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Broadway Street
At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
3
2.3 mi into trip
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~8m in
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IL 1
Turn left onto IL 1
Navigation decision point
3
55.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
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IL 1 / East 9th Street
Turn right onto IL 1 / East 9th Street
Navigation decision point
4
72.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
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IL 15 / 850N
Turn right onto IL 15 / 850N
Navigation decision point
4
100.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
|
County Road 1000N
Turn right onto County Road 1000N
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 1 | 12.5 mi | 18m |
| Main Street | 11.1 mi | 16m |
| County Road 850N | 10.8 mi | 15m |
| State Route 15 | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| 1150E | 10.1 mi | 15m |
| County Road 1400E | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| North State Street | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| 1200E | 8.2 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
IL 1
— 12.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Cincinnati, 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 left onto IL 1
13 mi
·
18 min
·
IL 1
5
Continue on IL 1
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
County Road 1400E
6
Continue on IL 1
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
1200E
7
Continue on IL 1
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
15th Street
8
Continue on IL 1
10 mi
·
15 min
·
1150E
9
Continue on IL 1
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 1550 East
10
Continue on IL 1
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
North State Street
11
Turn right onto IL 1
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East 9th Street
12
Continue on IL 15
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Route 15
13
Continue on IL 15
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Main Street
14
Continue on IL 15
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
920N
15
Continue on IL 15
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
910N
16
Continue on IL 15
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
900N
17
Continue on IL 15
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
East Elm Street
18
Turn left onto IL 15; IL 130
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
500E
19
Turn right onto IL 15
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
850N
20
Continue on IL 15
11 mi
·
15 min
·
County Road 850N
21
Continue on IL 15
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Main Street
22
Turn right onto 900E
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
900E
23
Turn right onto County Road 1000N
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 1000N
24
Arrive at destination
County Road 1000N
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 50.9 miles from York, IL, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.5 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 22 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.9 miles or 1h 21m 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 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cincinnati, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving York, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 101.8 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 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.
The longest stretch is on IL 1 for about 12.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.9 mi from York, IL · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.9 miles from York, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cincinnati, IL
The final approach into Cincinnati, 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 Cincinnati, 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
$15.92 one way
$31.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.47 | $34.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.59 | $39.18 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.48 | $44.95 |
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: 35.6 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 | 30.5 | 0 | $10.69 | $4.89 |
| Efficient EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.91 | $4.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.25 | $6.52 |
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
Cincinnati, IL
Morning in Cincinnati on Saturday
Local time
10:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°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
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
2h 41m 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 Cincinnati, IL covers 101.8 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 1, Main Street, County Road 850N. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.9 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 $15.92 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.
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 Cincinnati, IL is easy. At 2h 41m with 23% 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): Navigation decision point; at 55.8 miles (IL 1 / East 9th Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from York, IL to Cincinnati, 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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