Origin
Albion, IL
Late night in Albion on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Albion, IL to York, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
72.5 mi
117 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Albion, IL
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York, IL
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Trip Overview
Spanning 72.5 miles across the Illinois landscape, this trip between Albion and York is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 53 minutes to complete. Because the entire route is contained within the Midwest, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout your travel. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel makes this an economical choice for a quick excursion. Given the manageable duration, this drive is perfectly suited as a simple one-day trip, requiring no overnight stays to reach your destination comfortably. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, the direct nature of this path ensures you spend more time at your destination than behind the wheel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.3 miles from Albion, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 1 | 12.5 mi | 18m |
| State Route 15 | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| 1150E | 10.1 mi | 15m |
| County Road 1400E | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| North Cherry Street | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| 1200E | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| County Road 1550 East | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| 900N | 2.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
IL 1
— 12.5 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Albion, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on IL 15; IL 130
333 ft
·
7 sec
·
500E
2
Turn right onto IL 15
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Elm Street
3
Continue on IL 15
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
900N
4
Continue on IL 15
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
910N
5
Continue on IL 15
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
920N
6
Continue on IL 15
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Main Street
7
Continue on IL 15
11 mi
·
15 min
·
State Route 15
8
Continue on IL 15
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West 9th Street
9
Turn left onto IL 1
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
North Cherry Street
10
Continue on IL 1
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
County Road 1550 East
11
Continue on IL 1
10 mi
·
15 min
·
1150E
12
Continue on IL 1
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
15th Street
13
Continue on IL 1
8.2 mi
·
12 min
·
1200E
14
Continue on IL 1
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
County Road 1400E
15
Continue on IL 1
13 mi
·
18 min
·
IL 1
16
Turn right onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East 150th Road
17
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
18
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North York Street
19
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no scheduled stops, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 72.5-mile journey in one go, so plan your departure based on your personal schedule rather than trying to fit in specific rest intervals. It is wise to check your fuel levels before you pull out of Albion, as the $11 estimated cost reflects a modest consumption that should cover you for the duration of the trip. Keep a close eye on your GPS when navigating the transitions between State Route 15 and 1150E, as these local roads require more navigation than a simple highway route. Taking advantage of the daylight hours will make the transition between different road types much easier to manage.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.3 miles from Albion, IL, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.5 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.3 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near York, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Albion, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Albion, IL
This is one driving day of about 72.5 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Albion, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IL 1 for about 12.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.3 miles from Albion, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 72.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
IL 15 / East Elm Street
Turn right onto IL 15 / East Elm Street
Navigation decision point
3
16.7 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
IL 1 / North Cherry Street
Turn left onto IL 1 / North Cherry Street
Navigation decision point
3
70.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
|
East 150th Road
Turn right onto East 150th Road
Navigation decision point
4
72.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 53m in
|
North York Street
Turn left onto North York Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.33 one way
$22.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.44 | $24.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.95 | $27.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.01 | $32.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.61 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.15 | $4.64 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
York, IL
Late night in York on Tuesday
Local time
5:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Lawrenceville, IL
36 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 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
1h 53m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate your way between these two points. You will be utilizing a combination of IL 1, State Route 15, and 1150E to cover the distance. With a highway share of 32%, the route balances faster stretches with more localized road travel. You should be prepared for the longest uninterrupted segment, which is a 12.5-mile stretch on IL 1. This transition between different road types keeps the drive from feeling like a monotonous interstate grind, offering a varied pace that requires your attention as the road conditions shift from state highways to smaller local connectors.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.5 mi on IL 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near IL 15 / East Elm Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Albion, IL to York, IL is easy. At 1h 53m with 32% 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 (IL 15 / East Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.7 miles (IL 1 / North Cherry Street): Navigation decision point; at 70.2 miles (East 150th Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 72.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.5 miles on IL 1. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (IL 15 / East Elm Street): Navigation decision point; at 16.7 miles (IL 1 / North Cherry Street): Navigation decision point; at 70.2 miles (East 150th Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at York, IL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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