Origin
York, IL
Afternoon in York on Saturday
Local time
2:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 8m
Distance
255.4 mi
411 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 DC fast
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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La Harpe, IL
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The drive from York, IL to La Harpe, IL covers 255.4 miles and takes about 6h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 67, IL 125, Route 121 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.1 miles on US 67. At current regular gas prices, budget about $39.93 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
127.7 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 7m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 67 | 38.1 mi | 53m |
| IL 125 | 37.1 mi | 53m |
| Route 121 | 33.8 mi | 48m |
| US 36 | 30.5 mi | 32m |
| IL 9 | 16.3 mi | 25m |
| I 70 | 16 mi | 17m |
| East Angling Road | 13.7 mi | 24m |
| Route 130 | 10 mi | 14m |
Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and La Harpe, IL.
Start on North York Street
At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
Continue on East 150th Road
Turn sharp right onto IL 1
Turn left onto East Angling Road
At end of road, turn left onto East Angling Road
Continue on South York Street
Continue on North Cleone Road
Turn left
Merge onto I 70
Take the exit
Turn right onto IL 130
Continue on IL 130
Continue on IL 130
Continue on IL 130
Continue on IL 130
Continue on IL 130
Continue on IL 130
Continue on IL 130
Turn left onto IL 16
Continue on IL 16
Turn right onto Lerna Road
Turn left onto Dewitt Avenue East
Continue on IL 121
Turn left onto CTH 30
Continue on CTH 30
Turn right onto US 51 Business
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 51
Take the exit
Merge onto US 36
Continue on IL 97
Continue on IL 97
Continue on IL 125
Continue on US 67; IL 100
At end of road, turn left onto US 67; US 136
Turn right onto North Randolph Street
Turn left onto US 67; US 136
Take the exit onto US 67; US 136
Continue on US 67; IL 110
Turn left onto IL 9
Arrive at 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 56 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 127.7 miles or 3h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near La Harpe, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from York, IL
This is one driving day of about 255.4 miles and 6h 8m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
128 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 56 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 127.7 miles from York, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 110.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
Turn sharp right onto IL 1
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn right onto IL 130 / North Haughton Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto CTH 30 / West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward US 51 North: Springfield, Bloomington
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$39.93 one way
$79.86 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $43.84 | $87.68 |
| premium | $4.89 | $49.15 | $98.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $56.39 | $112.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
5 DC fast chargers · Coverage: good
ChargePoint Charging Station
Decatur, Illinois
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Decatur, Illinois
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Decatur, Illinois
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Decatur, Illinois
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Decatur, Illinois
1 DCFC
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 76.6 | 0 | $26.82 | $12.26 |
| Efficient EV | 63.9 | 0 | $22.35 | $10.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 102.2 | 1 | $35.76 | $16.35 |
Gas CO2
89 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in York on Saturday
Local time
2:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in La Harpe on Saturday
Local time
2:38 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
78°F
Springfield, IL
128 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.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
This is a 6h 8m highway drive covering 255.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 67 and IL 125. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.1 miles on US 67.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 67 and IL 125. You will hit about 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Broadway Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 255.4 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 38.8 miles (IL 130 / North Haughton Highway): Navigation decision point.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from York, IL to La Harpe, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Bloomington along the way.
Bloomington
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 8m. Total distance: 255.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 8m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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