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Trip from Ladd, IL to Coal Hollow, IL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

13m

Distance

8.9 mi

14 km

Drive Score

5/10

Practical drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$1

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 13m ★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 16m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 14m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Ladd, IL, IL

Ladd, IL

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Downtown Coal Hollow, IL, IL

Coal Hollow, IL

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Trip Overview

This short 8.9-mile drive from Ladd, IL to Coal Hollow, IL takes approximately 13 minutes and is ideal for a quick trip, easily completed in one day. The route primarily utilizes US 6, North Main Street, and East Cedar Street, with a significant 86% of the journey on highway. Given its brevity, you won't need an overnight stop, offering flexibility in your schedule. The estimated fuel cost is around $1, making it an economical option. This journey stays within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward travel experience.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 6 7.6 mi 11m
North Main Street 1.3 mi 2m
East Cedar Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 6 — 7.6 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ladd, IL and Coal Hollow, IL.

1

Start on East Cedar Street

48 ft · 7 sec · East Cedar Street
2

Turn left onto IL 89

1.3 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
3

Turn right onto US 6

7.6 mi · 11 min · US 6
4

Turn right

116 ft · 8 sec
5

Arrive at destination

Heads-up: tricky spots

3 of 3

3 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | IL 89 / North Main Street

Turn left onto IL 89 / North Main Street

Navigation decision point

3
1.3 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 6

Turn right onto US 6

Navigation decision point

3
8.9 mi into trip | ~13m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$1.31 one way

$2.63 round trip

$3.75/gal 25.4 MPG avg 3 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.14 $1.45 $2.90
premium $4.72 $1.65 $3.30
diesel $4.80 $1.68 $3.36

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$1

Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 2.7 0 $0.93 $0.43
Efficient EV 2.2 0 $0.78 $0.36
EV Truck/SUV 3.6 0 $1.25 $0.57

Gas CO2

3 kg

EV CO2

1 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 Jun 29, 2026

Origin

Ladd, IL

Late night in Ladd on Tuesday

Local time

4:26 AM

CDT

Current temp

91°F

Mostly Sunny

S 10 to 15 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued June 29 at 2:52AM CDT until July 3 at 12:00AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued June 29 at 2:02AM CDT until July 1 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Destination

Coal Hollow, IL

Late night in Coal Hollow on Tuesday

Local time

4:26 AM

CDT

Current temp

92°F

Mostly Sunny

S 10 to 15 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued June 29 at 2:52AM CDT until July 3 at 12:00AM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL

Heat Advisory

Heat Advisory issued June 29 at 2:02AM CDT until July 1 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

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

13m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 86% of the 8.9 miles on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.6 miles on US 6, allowing for a consistent pace. This route offers a direct and efficient transit experience, transitioning smoothly between main arteries like US 6 and local streets. You'll likely find the drive to be functional rather than scenic, prioritizing getting you to your destination efficiently.

86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.6 mi on US 6.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 6 and North Main Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 89 / North Main Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Ladd, IL to Coal Hollow, IL is easy. At 13m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 89 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 6): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles: Navigation decision point.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

689 ft 582 ft

Total Climb

121 ft

Total Descent

190 ft

Highest Point

689 ft

~7.6 mi in

Elevation Range

108 ft

About the Cities

Starting in Ladd, IL

Full guide →

Arriving in Coal Hollow, IL

Full guide →

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 13m. Total distance: 8.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 7.6 miles on US 6. 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: near the start (IL 89 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (US 6): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles: Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Coal Hollow, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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