Origin
York, IL
Evening in York on Thursday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from York, IL to Fox, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 6m
Distance
214 mi
344 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 53m
★
6 AM
5h 7m
8 AM
5h 34m
10 AM
5h 16m
12 PM
5h 13m
3 PM
5h 17m
5 PM
5h 32m
8 PM
4h 59m
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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Fox, IL
Steffi Wacker
Trip Overview
The drive from York, IL to Fox, IL covers 214 miles and takes about 5h 6m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on IL 9, I 74, IL 1 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 77.9 miles on IL 9. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
107 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 6m. Total distance: 214 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 6m highway drive covering 214 miles, with most of the trip on IL 9 and I 74. The longest continuous stretch is about 77.9 miles on IL 9.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 77.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 9 and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Broadway Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 6m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 68.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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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
5
68.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 West
6
110.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 36m in
Take the exit toward IL 47: Gibson City, Mahomet
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 172
Toward IL 47: Gibson City, Mahomet
5
211.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 59m in
|
East High Point Road
At end of road, turn left onto East High Point Road
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from York, IL to Fox, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Mahomet along the way.
Mahomet
110.5 mi in
|
~2h 36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 9 | 77.9 mi | 1h 49m |
| I 74 | 41.8 mi | 45m |
| IL 1 | 31.3 mi | 46m |
| Georgetown Road | 29.8 mi | 44m |
| County Road 400 East | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| County Road 350 East | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| North 450 East Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Walker Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
IL 9
— 77.9 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Fox, 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
·
46 min
·
IL 1
5
Continue on US 150; IL 1
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
IL Route 1
6
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Georgetown Road
7
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
1575 E US 36
8
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Georgetown Road
9
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North State Street
10
Continue on US 150; IL 1
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Georgetown Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 74 West: Champaign
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 74 West
13
Merge onto I 74
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 74
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 172
Toward IL 47: Gibson City, Mahomet
15
Turn right onto IL 47
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
County Road 400 East
16
Continue on IL 47
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road 350 East
17
Continue on IL 47
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road 400 East
18
Continue on IL 47
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 450 East
19
Continue on IL 47
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North 450 East Road
20
Continue on IL 47
383 ft
·
7 sec
·
North 450E Road
21
Continue on IL 47
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
South Sangamon Avenue
22
Turn left onto IL 9; IL 47; IL 54
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
West 1st Street
23
Turn slight right
138 ft
·
7 sec
24
Turn right onto IL 9; IL 47
78 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
IL 9; IL 47
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn left onto Walker Road
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Walker Road
26
Turn right onto Lisbon Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Lisbon Road
27
At end of road, turn left onto East High Point Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East High Point Road
28
Turn right onto Lisbon Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Lisbon Road
29
Continue on Eldamain Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Eldamain Road
30
Turn right onto West Fox Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Fox Road
31
Arrive at destination
West Fox Road
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 107 miles from York, IL, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.9 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 47 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107 miles or 2h 33m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fox, 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.
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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 214 miles and 5h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 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 9 for about 77.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 107 mi from York, IL · 2h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
107 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 107 miles from York, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before IL 9 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.9 miles.
Arriving in Fox, IL
The final approach into Fox, 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 Fox, 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
$33.46 one way
$66.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $36.73 | $73.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $41.18 | $82.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.25 | $94.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.2 | 0 | $22.47 | $10.27 |
| Efficient EV | 53.5 | 0 | $18.72 | $8.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 85.6 | 1 | $29.96 | $13.70 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Fox, IL
Evening in Fox on Thursday
Local time
6:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
18 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
5h 6m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 Fox, IL covers 214 miles and takes about 5h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 9, I 74, IL 1. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 107 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 $33.46 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 5h 6m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 68.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from York, IL to Fox, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Mahomet along the way.
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