Trip from York, IL to Markham, IL

Drive Time

4h 26m

Distance

196.6 mi

316 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 13m ★

6 AM

4h 26m

8 AM

4h 53m

10 AM

4h 36m

12 PM

4h 33m

3 PM

4h 37m

5 PM

4h 52m

8 PM

4h 18m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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York, IL

NIKOLAI FOMIN

Markham, IL

Mike Tyurin

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from York to Markham, expect a straightforward 196.6-mile journey across the Illinois landscape. With a total drive time of approximately 4 hours and 26 minutes, this route is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion. You will primarily utilize a combination of I-72, Route 121, and US-36 to navigate between these two points. Budgeting roughly $30 for fuel should cover your needs for the duration of the trip. Since both towns are located within the Midwest, the transition between regions is seamless and consistent. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick getaway, this highway-focused drive offers a reliable path for your day trip.

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

98.3 miles from York, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 30m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a drive defined by efficiency, as 78% of your journey takes place on high-speed highways. You will settle into a steady rhythm on I-72, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the trip at 42 miles. The road’s personality shifts from the heavy interstate segments to the varied pacing of Route 121 and US-36, keeping you engaged behind the wheel. While the route is largely highway-focused, the mix of roads prevents the drive from feeling like a monotonous grind. You can anticipate a consistent travel experience that prioritizes steady progress over technical maneuvering.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 72 is the longest continuous segment at about 42 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 72 and Route 121. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Broadway Street.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 196.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway 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 110.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 21 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Broadway Street

At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street

Navigation decision point

2.3 mi into trip | ~9m in | IL 1

Turn sharp right onto IL 1

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

110.2 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in

Take the ramp toward US 51 North: Springfield, Bloomington

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 51 North: Springfield, Bloomington

146.8 mi into trip | ~3h 28m in | I 72; US 36

Take the exit onto I 72; US 36 toward I 55 South, I 72 West: Saint Louis, Jacksonville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 55 South, I 72 West: Saint Louis, Jack...

152.1 mi into trip | ~3h 34m in | I 72; US 36

Keep slight right at fork onto I 72; US 36 toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville

Towns Along This Route

Between York, IL and Markham, IL, road signs point toward Bloomington and Jacksonville.

Bloomington

110.2 mi in | ~2h 47m

Jacksonville

146.8 mi in | ~3h 28m | via I 72; US 36

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 72	42 mi	46m
Route 121	33.8 mi	48m
US 36	30.5 mi	32m
I 70	16 mi	17m
East Angling Road	13.7 mi	24m
Route 130	10 mi	14m
I 72 Bus	6 mi	6m
Dewitt Avenue East	5.8 mi	9m

Longest stretch: I 72 — 42 mi, about 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Markham, IL.

Start on North York Street

0.1 mi · 29 sec · North York Street

At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · West Broadway Street

Continue on East 150th Road

1.9 mi · 7 min · East 150th Road

Turn sharp right onto IL 1

3.3 mi · 4 min · IL 1

Turn left onto East Angling Road

9.0 mi · 15 min · East Angling Road

At end of road, turn left onto East Angling Road

4.8 mi · 8 min · East Angling Road

Continue on South York Street

1.9 mi · 3 min · South York Street

Continue on North Cleone Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · North Cleone Road

Turn left

0.4 mi · 46 sec

Merge onto I 70

16 mi · 17 min · I 70

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Toward IL 130

Turn right onto IL 130

0.1 mi · 9 sec · North Haughton Highway

Continue on IL 130

1.3 mi · 1 min · 1700E

Continue on IL 130

0.4 mi · 32 sec · North Haughton Highway

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · County Road 1775 E

Continue on IL 130

2.0 mi · 2 min · County Road 1825 E

Continue on IL 130

10.0 mi · 14 min · Route 130

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · Illinois Route 130

Continue on IL 130

1.6 mi · 2 min · 18th Street

Turn left onto IL 16

2.5 mi · 4 min · Lincoln Avenue

Continue on IL 16

5.3 mi · 7 min · Illinois Route 16

Turn right onto Lerna Road

0.5 mi · 57 sec · Lerna Road

Turn left onto Dewitt Avenue East

5.8 mi · 9 min · Dewitt Avenue East

Continue on IL 121

34 mi · 48 min · Route 121

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto CTH 30

1.8 mi · 3 min · West Main Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on CTH 30

4.2 mi · 5 min · East Elwin Road

Turn right onto US 51 Business

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Business Route 51

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Toward US 51 North: Springfield, Bloomington

Merge onto US 51

5.2 mi · 5 min · US 51

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Springfield

Merge onto US 36

31 mi · 32 min · US 36

Take the exit onto I 72; US 36

5.3 mi · 6 min · I 72; US 36

Toward I 55 South, I 72 West: Saint Louis, Jacksonville Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 72; US 36

37 mi · 39 min · I 72; US 36

Toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 72 Business East, US 67 North: Jacksonville

Merge onto I 72 Bus; US 67

6.0 mi · 6 min · I 72 Bus; US 67

Turn left onto Markham Road

1.1 mi · 4 min · Markham Road

Arrive at destination

Markham Road

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 4-hour and 26-minute transit, try to head out early to avoid potential peak-hour congestion on the highway sections. Since the trip includes one planned stop, use that break strategically to refuel and stretch your legs, keeping your $30 gas budget in mind. Because the total distance is under 200 miles, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your pace based on traffic conditions. Pay close attention to signage when transitioning between I-72 and the secondary routes like US-36. By planning your single stop around the midpoint of your drive, you can maintain a comfortable momentum all the way to Markham.

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 98.3 miles from York, IL, or about 2h 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42 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 80 miles or 2h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 98.3 miles or 2h 30m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Markham, 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.

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 196.6 miles and 4h 26m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 I 72 for about 42 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 98.3 mi from York, IL · 2h 30m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Decatur, IL

98 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.

Popular next leg

Decatur, IL to Markham, IL

86 mi · 1h 40m

Pacing Suggestions

Decatur, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Decatur, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 98.3 miles from York, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Markham, IL

The final approach into Markham, 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 Markham, 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

$29.86 one way

$59.72 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 69 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$32.92	$65.84
premium	$4.80	$37.11	$74.23
diesel	$5.64	$43.68	$87.36

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 68.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	59	$20.64	$9.44
Efficient EV	49.2	$17.20	$7.86
EV Truck/SUV	78.6	$27.52	$12.58

Gas CO2

69 kg

EV CO2

23 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

York, IL

Evening in York on Sunday

Local time

6:40 PM

CDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Markham, IL

Evening in Markham on Sunday

Local time

6:40 PM

CDT

Current temp

73°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

15 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

4h 26m 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 Markham, IL covers 196.6 miles and takes about 4h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 72, Route 121, US 36. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 98.3 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 $29.86 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.

Between York, IL and Markham, IL, road signs point toward Bloomington and Jacksonville.

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Trip from York, IL to Markham, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Markham, IL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

York, IL

Markham, IL

Same local time

15 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 26m on the road

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