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Trip from Lovington, IL to York, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 26m

Distance

93.5 mi

150 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Fair

4 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 16m ★
6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m

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

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Trip Overview

Lovington, IL to York, IL is 93.5 miles and takes about 2h 26m via I 70, IL 32, and East Angling Road, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you within the Midwest region, staying within Illinois for the entire journey. Expect a mixed driving experience, with a significant portion on the interstate before transitioning to state and local roads. It's a straightforward trip, ideal if you're looking for a relatively quick and uncomplicated journey between these two Illinois locales.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

46.7 miles from Lovington, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 16 mi 17m
IL 32 15.8 mi 23m
East Angling Road 13.7 mi 24m
Route 130 10 mi 14m
South County Street 7.8 mi 13m
Illinois Route 16 6 mi 8m
Dewitt Avenue 5.8 mi 9m
IL 1 3.3 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 16 mi, about 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lovington, IL and York, IL.

1

Start on East State Street

473 ft · 26 sec · East State Street
2

Turn left onto IL 32

7.8 mi · 13 min · South County Street
3

At end of road, turn left onto IL 32; IL 121

16 mi · 23 min · IL 32; IL 121
4

Continue on IL 121

5.8 mi · 9 min · Dewitt Avenue
5

Turn right onto Lerna Road

0.5 mi · 55 sec · Lerna Road
6

Turn left onto IL 16

6.0 mi · 8 min · Illinois Route 16
7

Continue on IL 16

1.8 mi · 2 min · West Lincoln Avenue
8

Turn right onto IL 130

1.6 mi · 2 min · 18th Street
9

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · Illinois Route 130
10

Continue on IL 130

10.0 mi · 14 min · Route 130
11

Continue on IL 130

2.0 mi · 2 min · County Road 1825 East
12

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · County Road 1775 E
13

Continue on IL 130

0.4 mi · 32 sec · North Haughton Highway
14

Continue on IL 130

1.3 mi · 1 min · 1700E
15

Continue on IL 130

0.4 mi · 37 sec · North Haughton Highway
16

Turn left

0.3 mi · 39 sec
17

Merge onto I 70

16 mi · 17 min · I 70
18

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward Martinsville
19

Turn right onto North Cleone Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Cleone Road
20

Continue on North York Street

1.9 mi · 3 min · North York Street
21

Continue on East Angling Road

4.8 mi · 8 min · East Angling Road
22

Continue on East Angling Road

9.0 mi · 15 min · East Angling Road
23

Turn right onto IL 1

3.3 mi · 5 min · IL 1
24

Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road

1.9 mi · 7 min · East 150th Road
25

Continue on West Broadway Street

0.2 mi · 1 min · West Broadway Street
26

Turn left onto North York Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · North York Street
27

Arrive at destination

North York Street

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2h 26m and the 93.5-mile distance, this is comfortably a same-day trip. You can leave anytime and still arrive with plenty of daylight. With only 56% of the drive on highways, keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you move onto IL 32 and East Angling Road, where services might be less frequent than on I 70. The fuel cost is estimated at $15, so plan accordingly. Since stops aren't necessary for pacing, you have the flexibility to make spontaneous detours if you see something interesting along IL 32.

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 46.7 miles from Lovington, IL, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16 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 21 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 46.7 miles or 1h 12m 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 52m

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 Lovington, 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 Lovington, IL

This is one driving day of about 93.5 miles and 2h 26m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Lovington, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 16 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in and the county seat of Coles County, Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Charleston, IL

47 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Bruce, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Charleston, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 46.7 miles from Lovington, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Monical's Pizza

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Sullivan, Illinois

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.7

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12177282373

Visit website

China King

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Sullivan, Illinois

2.1 mi

Red Apple Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Sullivan, Illinois

2.9 mi

Subway

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv mile 6.7

Sullivan, Illinois

Hours: 8:30 am–9:30 pm

+12177284020

Visit website

Hardee's

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 6.7

Sullivan, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–8:45 pm

+12177284123

Visit website

McDonald's

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 6.7

Sullivan, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–11 pm

+12177282341

Visit website

Monical's Pizza

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.7

Sullivan, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12177282373

Visit website

Sol Del Mar Mexican Bar & Grill

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.7

Sullivan, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+12177288866

China King

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.7

Sullivan, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+12177288886

Red Apple Family Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 6.7

Sullivan, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+12177288972

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 26.7

Mattoon, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

InCharge Energy Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 66.8

Casey, Illinois

+18333994638

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 26.7

Mattoon, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 26.7

Mattoon, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

World's Largest Mailbox

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 66.8

Casey, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 91.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | IL 32 / South County Street

Turn left onto IL 32 / South County Street

Navigation decision point

4
7.9 mi into trip | ~14m in | IL 32; IL 121

At end of road, turn left onto IL 32; IL 121

Navigation decision point

4
37.7 mi into trip | ~59m in | IL 130 / 18th Street

Turn right onto IL 130 / 18th Street

Navigation decision point

4
71.2 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in

Take the exit toward Martinsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward Martinsville
5
91.2 mi into trip | ~2h 17m in | East 150th Road

Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.62 one way

$29.24 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $16.05 $32.10
premium $4.89 $17.99 $35.99
diesel $5.61 $20.64 $41.29

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 32.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 28.1 0 $9.82 $4.49
Efficient EV 23.4 0 $8.18 $3.74
EV Truck/SUV 37.4 0 $13.09 $5.98

Gas CO2

33 kg

EV CO2

11 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 16, 2026

Origin

Lovington, IL

Late night in Lovington on Sunday

Local time

2:57 AM

CDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

York, IL

Late night in York on Sunday

Local time

2:57 AM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

74°F

Charleston, IL

47 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

2 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

2h 26m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a mixed drive, with 56% of the route utilizing highways, specifically I 70. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 16 miles on I 70, offering a chance for steady progress. As you transition from the interstate to IL 32 and then East Angling Road, the character of the drive will change, likely involving more local traffic and potentially lower speed limits. This blend means you get a taste of both efficient highway travel and more rural road driving.

56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16 mi on I 70.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near IL 32 / South County Street.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 26m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (IL 32 / South County Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (IL 32; IL 121): Navigation decision point; at 37.7 miles (IL 130 / 18th Street): Navigation decision point.

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 Lovington, IL to York, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Martinsville along the way.

Martinsville

71.2 mi in | ~1h 43m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 93.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (56%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 16 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (IL 32 / South County Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles (IL 32; IL 121): Navigation decision point; at 37.7 miles (IL 130 / 18th Street): Navigation decision point.

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

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