This 276.7-mile journey from Huntley, IL to York, IL will take approximately 4 hours and 42 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing I-90 and the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, with a brief stint on I-290, this route is entirely within the Midwest region. With a fuel cost estimated at $42 and a single recommended stop, this drive is well-suited as a day trip. The profile suggests a turn-heavy local drive, so be prepared for more frequent navigation adjustments than a pure interstate cruise. It's a straightforward trip, perfect for a single day's adventure.
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
138.4 miles from Huntley, 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
30.4 mi
45m
Georgetown Road
29.6 mi
44m
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
19.9 mi
21m
Tri-State Tollway
18.2 mi
23m
I 290
14.9 mi
19m
Cicero Avenue
4.9 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 105.4 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Huntley, IL and York, IL.
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Start on IL 47
84 ft·3 sec·IL 47
2
Continue on IL 47
3.3 mi·6 min·IL 47
3
Take the ramp
1.3 mi·2 min
Toward I 90 Toll East: Chicago
4
Merge onto I 90
20 mi·21 min·Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 68A-BToward I 290, IL 53: Chicago, West SuburbsUse the slight right lane.
6
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.
7
Continue on this road
0.3 mi·33 sec·this road
Exit 68AToward I 290 East, IL 53 South: Chicago, West Suburbs
8
Merge onto I 290; IL 53
5.7 mi·7 min·I 290; IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290
9.3 mi·12 min·I 290
Toward I 290 East: ChicagoUse the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 15AToward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, IndianaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 294
0.4 mi·47 sec·Tri-State Tollway
Exit 15AToward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
12
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
13
Merge onto I 294
137 ft·1 sec·Tri-State Tollway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
4.8 mi·5 min·Tri-State Tollway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 294
3.5 mi·4 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 294
0.9 mi·1 min·Mile-Long Bridge
17
Continue on I 294
8.5 mi·10 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
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.
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 12AToward IL 50 South: Cicero AvenueUse the straight lane.
20
Turn straight onto IL 50; IL 83
4.9 mi·7 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·167th Street
Use the left lane.
22
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
23
Merge onto I 57
105 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Exit 240Toward Market Street
25
Turn left
96 ft·5 sec
26
Turn left onto Market Street
3.2 mi·4 min·Market Street
27
Turn right onto East Marketview Drive
0.3 mi·39 sec·East Marketview Drive
28
Turn left onto North Neil Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·North Neil Street
29
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
30
Merge onto I 74
32 mi·35 min·I 74
31
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
32
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
33
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi·20 min·Georgetown Road
34
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi·2 min·North State Street
35
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi·9 min·Georgetown Road
36
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi·28 sec·1575 E US 36
37
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi·14 min·Georgetown Road
38
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.4 mi·3 min·IL Route 1
39
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
512 ft·8 sec·West Elliot Street
40
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
1.7 mi·2 min·North Central Avenue
41
Continue on IL 1
0.1 mi·11 sec·Vandalia Way
42
Turn straight onto IL 1
30 mi·45 min·South Main Street
43
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
44
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
45
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·North York Street
46
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour and 42-minute duration, starting your 276.7-mile drive from Huntley in the morning will allow ample time for the single recommended stop without feeling rushed. The $42 fuel cost is a manageable budget for this trip. Since the route is described as 'turn-heavy local drive,' pay close attention to your GPS or navigation system, especially as you approach your destination in York. Building in a little extra time for potential traffic or slower local road speeds is always a good idea on drives like this. Remember to check your tire pressure before departing for optimal fuel efficiency.
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 138.4 miles from Huntley, 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 61 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 138.4 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 34m
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 Huntley, 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 Huntley, IL
This is one driving day of about 276.8 miles and 5h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 61 miles from Huntley, 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 31
5 decision points cluster between mile 24.5 and 60.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
24.5 mi into trip|~30m 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
25 mi into trip|~31m 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
40.5 mi into trip|~52m 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
60 mi into trip|~1h 17m 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
60.2 mi into trip|~1h 17m 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
$43.27 one way
$86.55 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg97 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$47.51
$95.03
premium
$4.89
$53.27
$106.54
diesel
$5.61
$61.11
$122.23
Estimated Tolls: $2.48
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(19.9 mi)$1.39
Tri-state Tollway
(18.2 mi)$1.09
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
$43
Tolls
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 96.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
83
1
$29.06
$13.29
Efficient EV
69.2
0
$24.22
$11.07
EV Truck/SUV
110.7
1
$38.75
$17.72
Gas CO2
97 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 16, 2026
Origin
Huntley, IL
Morning
in Huntley on Tuesday
Local time
6:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
York, IL
Morning
in York on Tuesday
Local time
6:30 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 15 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:30AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:30AM 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
18 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
5h 55m 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...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 57.3
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' for this 276.7-mile trip, meaning it's not a continuous highway stretch. While you'll spend time on major arteries like I-90 and I-290, the overall character suggests a route with numerous changes in direction and likely transitions onto less direct roads. With a 0% highway share mentioned, your entire 4-hour and 42-minute journey will involve navigating local roads and intersections. There isn't a 'longest stretch' noted, reinforcing the idea of a drive punctuated by turns and varied road types rather than long, uninterrupted highway segments.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
46 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 24.5 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 31 significant decision points across 276.8 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 24.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Huntley, IL and York, IL, road signs point toward Suburbs and Indiana.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 55m. Total distance: 276.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 55m 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 $2.48 in tolls one way, starting with Jane Addams Memorial 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.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 24.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 40.5 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 5.9 hours each way, a round trip means 11.8 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.
