Newell, IL Road Trips
With 8 routes heading out and 3 heading in, Newell, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. Most drives stay under 133 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Newell, IL head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
11
Longest Drive
222.5 mi
Rockford, IL
Quickest Drive
27m
Georgetown, IL
Plan Around Newell, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Newell, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Newell, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Newell, IL
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Driving from Newell, IL
Expect an average of 133 miles and about 3h 8m behind the wheel when leaving Newell, IL. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 164 miles (3h 58m), while the shortest is just 16 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Newell, IL include Elgin, IL (164 mi, 3h 58m), Palatine, IL (160 mi, 3h 49m), Schaumburg, IL (158.4 mi, 3h 47m), Evanston, IL (151.5 mi, 3h 35m), and Elk Grove, IL (150.5 mi, 3h 39m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IL currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 133-mile trip from Newell, IL, budget about $20 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 8 mapped routes leaving Newell, IL and 3 routes heading into Newell, IL, covering 11 total connections. Distances range from 16 to 164 miles.
The longest mapped route from Newell, IL covers 164 miles and takes approximately 3h 58m. Shorter options start at just 16 miles.
The average route from Newell, IL runs about 133 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 8m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 133-mile trip from Newell, IL costs roughly $20 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Newell, IL include Elgin, IL, Palatine, IL, Schaumburg, IL and Evanston, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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