Origin
York, IL
Evening in York on Friday
Local time
7:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from York, IL to Richmond, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 14m
Distance
290.8 mi
468 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$45
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 1m
★
6 AM
6h 14m
8 AM
6h 40m
10 AM
6h 23m
12 PM
6h 20m
3 PM
6h 24m
5 PM
6h 38m
8 PM
6h 7m
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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Richmond, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from York, IL to Richmond, IL covers 290.8 miles and takes about 6h 14m 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 $45.46 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
145.4 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 7m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 14m. Total distance: 290.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 14m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 6h 14m drive with frequent turns across 290.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Broadway Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 14m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from York, IL to Richmond, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Broadway Street | — | — |
| East 150th Road | — | — |
| IL 1 | — | — |
| West Jasper Street | — | — |
| East 1200th Road | — | — |
| East 1220th Road | — | — |
| East 1225th Road | — | — |
| East 1850th Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Broadway Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Richmond, IL.
1
Start on North York Street
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
North York Street
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
57 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
·
45 min
·
IL 1
5
Turn left onto West Jasper Street
11 mi
·
18 min
·
West Jasper Street
6
Continue on East 1200th Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East 1200th Road
7
Continue on East 1220th Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East 1220th Road
8
Continue on East 1225th Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1225th Road
9
Continue on East 1850th Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1850th Road
10
Continue on Illinois Route 133
5.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Illinois Route 133
11
Continue on E County Road 200 N
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
E County Road 200 N
12
Continue on Illinois Route 133
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Illinois Route 133
13
Continue on East County Road 200 North
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East County Road 200 North
14
Continue on E County Road 200 N
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
E County Road 200 N
15
Continue on East County Road 200 North
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East County Road 200 North
16
Continue on E County Road 200 N
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
E County Road 200 N
17
Continue on East County Road 200 North
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East County Road 200 North
18
Take the ramp right toward I-57 North: Champaign
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I-57 North: Champaign
19
Merge slight left
145 mi
·
2 hr 37 min
20
Take the exit slight right toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevard, 147th Street, Wisconsin
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevard, 147th Street, Wisconsin
21
Keep slight right to continue on I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
22
Merge slight left onto Tri-State Tollway
21 mi
·
25 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
23
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
24
Take the exit slight right toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago
322 ft
·
8 sec
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I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago
25
Keep slight left to continue on Tri-State Tollway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
26
Keep slight left to continue on I 290 West: Rockford
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 290 West: Rockford
27
Keep slight left to continue on Saint Charles Road West
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Saint Charles Road West
28
Merge slight left
13 mi
·
17 min
29
Keep slight left
8.9 mi
·
11 min
30
Continue on Lake Cook Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Cook Road
31
Continue on North Rand Road
14 mi
·
18 min
·
North Rand Road
32
Continue straight
1.9 mi
·
2 min
33
Continue straight
12 mi
·
14 min
34
Continue straight
1.7 mi
·
2 min
35
Turn right onto Broadway Street
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
Broadway Street
36
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 145.4 miles from York, IL, or about 3h 7m into the drive.
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 64 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 145.4 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Richmond, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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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 290.8 miles and 6h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 145.4 mi from York, IL · 3h 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
145 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 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 145.4 miles from York, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Richmond, IL
The final approach into Richmond, 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 Richmond, 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
$45.46 one way
$90.93 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
102 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $49.92 | $99.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $55.96 | $111.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $64.20 | $128.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 101.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 87.2 | 1 | $30.53 | $13.96 |
| Efficient EV | 72.7 | 0 | $25.45 | $11.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 116.3 | 1 | $40.71 | $18.61 |
Gas CO2
102 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Richmond, IL
Evening in Richmond on Friday
Local time
7:40 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°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
6h 14m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from York, IL to Richmond, IL covers 290.8 miles and takes about 6h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Broadway Street, East 150th Road, IL 1. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 145.4 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 $45.46 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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.
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 14m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from York, IL to Richmond, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from York, IL to Richmond, 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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