Origin
York, IL
Evening in York on Wednesday
Local time
7:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from York, IL to Empire, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h 2m
Distance
131.7 mi
212 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 51m
★
6 AM
3h 3m
8 AM
3h 26m
10 AM
3h 11m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 12m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 56m
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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Empire, IL
Claudia Solano
Trip Overview
The drive from York, IL to Empire, IL covers 131.7 miles and takes about 3h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Broadway Street, East 150th Road, IL 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.59 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
65.8 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 2m drive with frequent turns across 131.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from York, IL to Empire, IL is easy. At 3h 2m 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 Empire, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Broadway Street | — | — |
| East 150th Road | — | — |
| IL 1 | — | — |
| Route 1 | — | — |
| Georgetown Road | — | — |
| US 36 | — | — |
| North State Street | — | — |
| I 74 West | — | — |
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 Empire, 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
31 mi
·
46 min
·
IL 1
5
Continue on IL Route 1
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
IL Route 1
6
Continue on Georgetown Road
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Georgetown Road
7
Continue on 1575 E US 36
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
1575 E US 36
8
Continue on Georgetown Road
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Georgetown Road
9
Continue on North State Street
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North State Street
10
Continue on Georgetown Road
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Georgetown Road
11
Take the ramp slight right toward I 74 West: Champaign
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 74 West: Champaign
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 74 West
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
I 74 West
13
Merge slight left
61 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
14
Take the exit slight right toward US 136: Rantoul, Heyworth
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 136: Rantoul, Heyworth
15
Turn right onto East 200 North Road
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
East 200 North Road
16
Turn right onto East 150 North Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East 150 North Road
17
Arrive at your 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 65.8 miles from York, IL, or about 1h 31m 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 29 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65.8 miles or 1h 31m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Empire, 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 131.7 miles and 3h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 65.8 mi from York, IL · 1h 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65.8 miles from York, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Empire, IL
The final approach into Empire, 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 Empire, 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
$20.59 one way
$41.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.61 | $45.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.34 | $50.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.08 | $58.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.5 | 0 | $13.83 | $6.32 |
| Efficient EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.52 | $5.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.7 | 0 | $18.44 | $8.43 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Empire, IL
Evening in Empire on Wednesday
Local time
7:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
1 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
3h 2m 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 Empire, IL covers 131.7 miles and takes about 3h 2m 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 65.8 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 $20.59 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 Empire, IL is easy. At 3h 2m 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 Empire, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from York, IL to Empire, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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