If you are planning a trip from Griggsville to York, Illinois, prepare for a 214.8-mile journey that takes approximately 3 hours and 47 minutes. This route is best suited for a single-day commitment, as the distance is manageable without needing an overnight stay. You should budget about $33 for fuel to cover the trip. Navigating this path involves traveling along North Stanford Street, West Quincy Street, and South Wall Street. Since both your start and end points are located within the Midwest, you will remain in the heart of the region for the duration of your travel.
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
108.7 miles from Griggsville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 72
97.2 mi
1h 45m
South State Route 121
33.8 mi
48m
I 70
16 mi
17m
East Angling Road
13.7 mi
24m
Route 130
10 mi
14m
Illinois Route 16
6 mi
8m
Dewitt Avenue
5.8 mi
9m
US 51
5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 72
— 97.2 mi, about 1h 45m
Traffic on I-72
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~694 veh/hr typical
· worst 831
Quietest
2 AM
~47 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
14.8×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 49 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 Griggsville, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on this road
192 ft·19 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto North Stanford Street
219 ft·11 sec·North Stanford Street
3
Turn right onto IL 107
0.3 mi·54 sec·West Quincy Street
4
Turn left onto IL 107
3.2 mi·6 min·South Wall Street
5
Continue on US 54
0.2 mi·17 sec·US 54
6
Turn left
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 72 East, US 36 East: SpringfieldUse the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 72; US 36
67 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 72; US 36
8
Take the exit onto I 72; US 36
30 mi·32 min·I 72; US 36
Toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur
9
Take the exit onto US 36
0.3 mi·40 sec·US 36
Exit 133Toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 133BToward US 51 South: Pana
11
Merge onto US 51
5.0 mi·5 min·US 51
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion
13
Turn slight left
112 ft·2 sec
14
Turn left onto US 51 Business
0.3 mi·38 sec·South Business Route 51
15
Turn left onto CTH 20
4.2 mi·5 min·West Elwin Road
16
Continue on CTH 30
1.8 mi·3 min·West Main Street
17
Turn right onto IL 121
34 mi·48 min·South State Route 121
18
Continue on IL 121
5.8 mi·9 min·Dewitt Avenue
19
Turn right onto Lerna Road
0.5 mi·55 sec·Lerna Road
20
Turn left onto IL 16
6.0 mi·8 min·Illinois Route 16
21
Continue on IL 16
1.8 mi·2 min·West Lincoln Avenue
22
Turn right onto IL 130
1.6 mi·2 min·18th Street
23
Continue on IL 130
0.8 mi·1 min·Illinois Route 130
24
Continue on IL 130
10.0 mi·14 min·Route 130
25
Continue on IL 130
2.0 mi·2 min·County Road 1825 East
26
Continue on IL 130
0.8 mi·1 min·County Road 1775 E
27
Continue on IL 130
0.4 mi·32 sec·North Haughton Highway
28
Continue on IL 130
1.3 mi·1 min·1700E
29
Continue on IL 130
0.4 mi·37 sec·North Haughton Highway
30
Turn left
0.3 mi·39 sec
31
Merge onto I 70
16 mi·17 min·I 70
32
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward Martinsville
33
Turn right onto North Cleone Road
0.6 mi·1 min·North Cleone Road
34
Continue on North York Street
1.9 mi·3 min·North York Street
35
Continue on East Angling Road
4.8 mi·8 min·East Angling Road
36
Continue on East Angling Road
9.0 mi·15 min·East Angling Road
37
Turn right onto IL 1
3.3 mi·5 min·IL 1
38
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
39
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
40
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·North York Street
41
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
Given the local nature of these roads, it is wise to plan your departure during daylight hours to better navigate the frequent turns. With only one recommended stop planned for the 214.8-mile distance, consider choosing a location near the halfway point to stretch your legs. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge throughout the trip, as you will want to account for the $33 estimated cost before you head out. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pacing based on local traffic conditions. Since you are relying on local streets, double-check your GPS settings to ensure it is configured for local roads rather than highway-only navigation.
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 108.7 miles from Griggsville, IL, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.2 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 48 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.7 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 46m
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 Griggsville, 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 Griggsville, IL
This is one driving day of about 217.4 miles and 4h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Griggsville, 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 72 for about 97.2 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 101.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Stanford Street
Turn left onto North Stanford Street
Navigation decision point
8
3.8 mi into trip|~8m in
Turn left toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Springfield
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Springfield
5
71.2 mi into trip|~1h 21m in|I 72; US 36
Take the exit onto I 72; US 36 toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur
6
101.2 mi into trip|~1h 53m in|US 36
Take the exit onto US 36 toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 133
Toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
6
101.5 mi into trip|~1h 54m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 51 South: Pana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 133B
Toward US 51 South: Pana
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.11 one way
$64.21 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg76 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$35.44
$70.89
premium
$4.72
$40.36
$80.73
diesel
$4.80
$41.05
$82.10
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.2
0
$22.83
$10.44
Efficient EV
54.4
0
$19.02
$8.70
EV Truck/SUV
87
1
$30.44
$13.91
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 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
Griggsville, IL
Night
in Griggsville on Monday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
92°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 8 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 4:54PM CDT until July 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 3:26PM CDT until July 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Destination
York, IL
Night
in York on Monday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 mph29% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 4:54PM CDT until July 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 3:26PM CDT until July 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA 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
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
4h 49m 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.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
4 mi from route
~10 min detour
Free
near mile 67.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. With a highway share of 0%, this route keeps you off the major expressways and firmly on local roads. You will need to stay alert at the wheel as the path demands constant attention to turns rather than long, monotonous stretches. Because the route relies entirely on local streets, you can anticipate a more hands-on driving experience compared to a high-speed highway commute. Be ready for a steady pace that favors local navigation over rapid transit.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 97.2 mi on I 72.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 72 and South State Route 121. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Stanford Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 217.4 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Stanford Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.2 miles (I 72; US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
711 ft451 ft
Total Climb
353 ft
Total Descent
606 ft
Highest Point
711 ft
~155.3 mi in
Elevation Range
260 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Griggsville, IL and York, IL, road signs point toward Pana, Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion and Martinsville.
Pana
101.2 mi in|~1h 53m|via US 36
Decatur
107.1 mi in|~2h 1m
Elwin
107.1 mi in|~2h 1m
Mount Zion
107.1 mi in|~2h 1m
Martinsville
195.2 mi in|~4h 5m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 49m. Total distance: 217.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 97.2 miles on I 72. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 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 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Stanford Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 71.2 miles (I 72; US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.6 hours — manageable with a long break at York, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
