Algonquin to York is 269 miles and takes about 5h 50m via I 57 and I 74, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, traversing the Midwest region. The drive primarily uses major interstates, offering a straightforward path between these two points. With a recommended one-day duration, it's a manageable drive for most travelers, focusing on efficient transit rather than extensive sightseeing.
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
134.5 miles from Algonquin, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 46m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
105.4 mi
1h 54m
I 74
32.4 mi
35m
South Main Street
30.6 mi
45m
Georgetown Road
29.6 mi
44m
Tri-State Tollway
18.2 mi
23m
I 290
14.9 mi
19m
East Algonquin Road
6.8 mi
10m
Cicero Avenue
4.9 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 105.4 mi, about 1h 54m
Traffic on I-57
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~865 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~101 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 5 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algonquin, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on Washington Street
77 ft·10 sec·Washington Street
2
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.2 mi·31 sec·South Main Street
3
Turn right onto IL 62
6.8 mi·10 min·East Algonquin Road
4
Turn straight onto IL 62; IL 68
0.3 mi·30 sec·Dundee Road
5
Continue on IL 62
2.2 mi·3 min·Algonquin Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto North Barrington Road
2.1 mi·4 min·North Barrington Road
7
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·37 sec
8
Merge onto I 90
4.5 mi·4 min·Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 68A-BToward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West SuburbsUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 68AToward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West SuburbsUse the slight right lane.
11
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·33 sec·this road
Exit 68AToward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs
12
Merge onto I 290; IL 53
5.7 mi·7 min·I 290; IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290
9.3 mi·12 min·I 290
Toward I 290 East: ChicagoUse the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 15AToward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, IndianaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 294
0.4 mi·47 sec·Tri-State Tollway
Exit 15AToward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
1.0 mi·2 min·Tri-State Tollway
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
17
Merge onto I 294
137 ft·1 sec·Tri-State Tollway
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
4.8 mi·5 min·Tri-State Tollway
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 294
3.5 mi·4 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on I 294
0.9 mi·1 min·Mile-Long Bridge
21
Continue on I 294
8.5 mi·10 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 12 B-AToward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 12AToward IL 50 South: Cicero AvenueUse the straight lane.
24
Turn straight onto IL 50; IL 83
4.9 mi·7 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the left lane.
25
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·167th Street
Use the left lane.
26
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
27
Merge onto I 57
105 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Exit 240Toward Market Street
29
Turn left
96 ft·5 sec
30
Turn left onto Market Street
3.2 mi·4 min·Market Street
31
Turn right onto East Marketview Drive
0.3 mi·39 sec·East Marketview Drive
32
Turn left onto North Neil Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·North Neil Street
33
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
34
Merge onto I 74
32 mi·35 min·I 74
35
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
36
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
37
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi·20 min·Georgetown Road
38
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi·2 min·North State Street
39
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi·9 min·Georgetown Road
40
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi·28 sec·1575 E US 36
41
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi·14 min·Georgetown Road
42
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.4 mi·3 min·IL Route 1
43
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
512 ft·8 sec·West Elliot Street
44
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
1.7 mi·2 min·North Central Avenue
45
Continue on IL 1
0.1 mi·11 sec·Vandalia Way
46
Turn straight onto IL 1
30 mi·45 min·South Main Street
47
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
48
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
49
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·North York Street
50
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
For this 5h 50m drive, departing in the morning is ideal to ensure you have ample daylight for the entire trip. Since it's a single-day route, you'll only need one planned stop, so consider making it a midway point for a break. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially as you transition from I 57 to surface roads, as fuel availability might be more spaced out on the latter. The estimated fuel cost is around $42, so budget accordingly before you set out.
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 134.5 miles from Algonquin, IL, or about 2h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.4 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 59 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.5 miles or 2h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near York, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Algonquin, 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 Algonquin, IL
This is one driving day of about 269 miles and 5h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Algonquin, 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 57 for about 105.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 34
5 decision points cluster between mile 16.7 and 52.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
16.7 mi into trip|~25m in
Take the exit toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 68A-B
Toward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West Suburbs
9
17.2 mi into trip|~26m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 68A
Toward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West S...
8
32.7 mi into trip|~47m in
Take the exit toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
8
52.2 mi into trip|~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12 B-A
Toward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th...
8
52.4 mi into trip|~1h 13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 12A
Toward IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$39.73 one way
$79.45 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg94 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$43.86
$87.71
premium
$4.72
$49.95
$99.89
diesel
$4.80
$50.79
$101.58
Estimated Tolls: $1.41
Tri-state Tollway
(18.2 mi)$1.09
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(4.5 mi)$0.32
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
80.7
0
$28.25
$12.91
Efficient EV
67.3
0
$23.54
$10.76
EV Truck/SUV
107.6
1
$37.66
$17.22
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Algonquin, IL
Afternoon
in Algonquin on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Clear
WSW 5 to 10 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:11PM CDT until July 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:11PM CDT until July 19 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Destination
York, IL
Afternoon
in York on Sunday
Local time
2:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Partly Cloudy
SW 5 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:11PM CDT until July 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued July 17 at 9:11PM CDT until July 19 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
85°F
Shelby, IN
135 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 50m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
Free
near mile 55.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 269-mile drive is 57% highway, with the longest continuous stretch on I 57 covering 105.4 miles. You'll experience considerable highway cruising before transitioning to South Main Street for the final portion of the trip. Expect a mix of high-speed interstate travel and more measured surface road driving as you approach your destination.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
50 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 105.4 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.7 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 34 significant decision points across 269 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 16.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
760 ft451 ft
Total Climb
207 ft
Total Descent
496 ft
Highest Point
760 ft
~153.7 mi in
Elevation Range
309 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Algonquin, IL and York, IL, road signs point toward Suburbs and Indiana.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 50m. Total distance: 269 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 105.4 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $1.41 in tolls one way, starting with Tri-state Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 26 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at York, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 26 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.8 hours each way, a round trip means 11.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at York, IL before the return drive.
