If you are planning a trip from Altamont to York, Illinois, expect a straightforward journey covering 75.3 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 20 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your route primarily utilizes Farina Road and I-70 East to navigate through the Midwest. Budgeting around $11 for fuel should cover your travel costs for this segment. Because the trip is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to head out and return on your own terms without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.2 miles from Altamont, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 43m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
52.5 mi
56m
East Angling Road
13.7 mi
24m
IL 1
3.3 mi
5m
North York Street
2 mi
3m
East 150th Road
1.9 mi
7m
Farina Road
0.8 mi
1m
North Cleone Road
0.6 mi
1m
North Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 52.5 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altamont, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.5 mi·1 min·North Main Street
2
Continue on IL 128
0.8 mi·1 min·Farina Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I-70 East: Effingham
4
Merge onto I 70
15 mi·16 min·I 70
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
37 mi·39 min·I 70
Toward I 70 East: Indianapolis
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward Martinsville
7
Turn right onto North Cleone Road
0.6 mi·1 min·North Cleone Road
8
Continue on North York Street
1.9 mi·3 min·North York Street
9
Continue on East Angling Road
4.8 mi·8 min·East Angling Road
10
Continue on East Angling Road
9.0 mi·15 min·East Angling Road
11
Turn right onto IL 1
3.3 mi·5 min·IL 1
12
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
13
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
14
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·North York Street
15
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1 hour and 20 minute journey, you have the advantage of choosing your departure time based on personal preference rather than strict logistical constraints. There are no mandatory stops scheduled for this 75.3-mile trip, but keeping your fuel tank in mind is always a good practice before heading out. Given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, plan to drive during daylight hours to ensure better visibility for navigating the winding sections. Because the drive is short, you can easily incorporate your own breaks whenever you feel like stretching your legs. My top tip is to double-check your navigation before leaving Altamont, as local roads can be less intuitive than major highways.
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 38.2 miles from Altamont, IL, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.5 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.2 miles or 43m 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 20m
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 Altamont, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Altamont, IL
This is one driving day of about 76.4 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Altamont, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 52.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
$20 to $30
mile 16.4
Effingham, Illinois
Hours: 6–10 am
+12175407716
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 74.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.3 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the ramp toward I-70 East: Effingham
Navigation decision point
Toward I-70 East: Effingham
5
17 mi into trip|~21m in|I 70
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 East: Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 70 East: Indianapolis
4
54.2 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward Martinsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Martinsville
4
70.8 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|IL 1
Turn right onto IL 1
Navigation decision point
5
74.1 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|East 150th Road
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.94 one way
$23.89 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.11
$26.23
premium
$4.89
$14.70
$29.40
diesel
$5.61
$16.87
$33.74
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
4 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Holiday Inn - Tesla Supercharger
Effingham, IL
Tesla
12 DCFC
Jack Flash - Effingham - Tesla Supercharger
Effingham, IL
Tesla
6 DCFC
Pilot Travel Center 643
Effingham, IL
eVgo Network
4 DCFC
Firefly Grill (Effingham, IL)
Effingham, IL
Electrify America
4 DCFC
Tesla: 2
eVgo Network: 1
Electrify America: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
22.9
0
$8.02
$3.67
Efficient EV
19.1
0
$6.69
$3.06
EV Truck/SUV
30.6
0
$10.70
$4.89
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Altamont, IL
Morning
in Altamont on Sunday
Local time
9:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 14 mph92% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 11:24PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 11:24PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Destination
York, IL
Morning
in York on Sunday
Local time
9:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 14 mph71% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 11:24PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 11:24PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
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
4 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 44m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While you will make use of I-70 East, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will spend your time navigating local roads rather than cruising on major interstates. The personality of this drive is defined by its winding nature, which contrasts with the typical monotonous interstate grind. You won't find one exceptionally long, straight stretch here; instead, the road requires you to stay engaged as you navigate the transition from Altamont toward York. It is a practical, functional route that favors local connectivity over high-speed transit.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.5 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and East Angling Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Altamont, IL to York, IL is easy. At 1h 44m with 73% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 17 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Altamont, IL to York, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Martinsville along the way.
Martinsville
54.2 mi in|~1h 1m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 76.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 52.5 miles on I 70. 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 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 17 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at York, IL before heading back.
