Drive Time
7h 31m
Distance
356.3 mi
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$53
one way
Photo: Mike Tyurin
The drive from York, IL to Guilford, IL covers 356.3 miles and takes about 7h 31m 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 $52.90 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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
178.1 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 45m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 31m drive with frequent turns across 356.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Broadway Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East 150th Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| IL 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 1 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Georgetown Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 36 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 74 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Guilford, IL.
Start on North York Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
Continue on East 150th Road
Turn sharp right onto IL 1
Continue on IL Route 1
Continue on Georgetown Road
Continue on 1575 E US 36
Continue on Georgetown Road
Continue on North State Street
Continue on Georgetown Road
Take the ramp slight right toward I 74 West: Champaign
Keep slight left to continue on I 74 West
Merge slight left
Continue straight
Take the exit slight right toward I 39 North: Rockford
Take the exit slight left toward US 20 West: Freeport, Rockford
Merge slight left onto U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
Take the exit slight right toward US 20 BUS: Freeport
Turn slight right onto South Galena Avenue
Turn left onto U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
Continue on East North Avenue
Continue on U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
Continue on East Woodbine Street
Continue on U.S. Grant Memorial Highway
Continue on South Main Street
Turn straight onto Diagonal Street
Continue on West Madison Street
Turn right onto South Elizabeth Scales Mound Road
Turn left onto West Rawlins Road
Continue on West Guilford Road
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 80 miles or 1h 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 178.1 miles or 3h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Guilford, IL than in the middle of the route.
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.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from York, IL
This is one driving day of about 356.3 miles and 7h 31m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 178.1 mi from York, IL · 3h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
178 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 178.1 miles from York, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Guilford, 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 Guilford, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$52.90 one way
$105.80 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $59.66 | $119.32 |
| premium | $4.65 | $65.28 | $130.57 |
| diesel | $5.30 | $74.40 | $148.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$53
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$78–$103
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 124.7 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 106.9 | 1 | $37.41 | $17.10 |
| Efficient EV | 89.1 | 1 | $31.18 | $14.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 142.5 | 1 | $49.88 | $22.80 |
Gas CO2
125 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in York on Saturday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Guilford on Saturday
Local time
7:21 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
53°F
Normal, IL
178 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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