Origin
York, IL
Late night in York on Saturday
Local time
4:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from York, IL to Paris, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
33.8 mi
54 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
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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Paris, IL
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Trip Overview
York, IL to Paris, IL is 33.8 miles and takes about 56m via IL 1, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest, connecting two Illinois communities. Given its brief distance and straightforward nature, this route is ideal for a quick excursion or a segment of a larger Midwest road trip. You'll find it a practical drive, primarily on well-maintained roads, making it an easy choice for a day trip.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 33.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This drive is heavily focused on highway travel, with 93% of the route utilizing main roads like IL 1, East 150th Road, and West Broadway Street. You'll experience a significant stretch of 31.3 miles primarily on IL 1, offering consistent progress. The profile suggests a highway-focused experience, meaning you can expect relatively smooth and direct driving conditions for most of the journey. It's designed for efficient travel rather than scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 1 is the longest continuous segment at about 31.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 1 and East 150th Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Broadway Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from York, IL to Paris, IL is easy. At 56m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 33.6 miles (West Wood Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 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
|
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
33.6 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
West Wood Street
Turn left onto West Wood Street
Navigation decision point
5
33.7 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
US 150; IL 1 / North Central Avenue
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1 / North Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
33.8 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
West Court Street
Turn left onto West Court Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 1 | 31.3 mi | 46m |
| East 150th Road | 1.9 mi | 7m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North York Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Central Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| IL Route 1 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Wood Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Court Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 1
— 31.3 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Paris, 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
373 ft
·
16 sec
·
IL Route 1
6
Turn left onto West Wood Street
371 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Wood Street
7
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
374 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Central Avenue
8
Turn left onto West Court Street
37 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Court Street
9
Arrive at destination
West Court Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.9 mi from York, IL · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.9 miles from York, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Paris, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Paris, IL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.28 one way
$10.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.80 | $11.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.50 | $13.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.46 | $14.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Paris, IL
Late night in Paris on Saturday
Local time
4:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Marshall, IL
17 mi in
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
19 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
56m 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 Paris, IL covers 33.8 miles and takes about 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 1, East 150th Road, West Broadway Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.9 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 $5.28 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from York, IL to Paris, IL is easy. At 56m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 33.6 miles (West Wood Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from York, IL to Paris, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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