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Trip from McLeansboro, IL to York, IL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 26, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 50m

Distance

110.2 mi

177 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 39m ★
6 AM
2h 50m
8 AM
3h 12m
10 AM
2h 58m
12 PM
2h 55m
3 PM
2h 59m
5 PM
3h 11m
8 PM
2h 43m

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

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Downtown McLeansboro, IL, IL

McLeansboro, IL

Mike Tyurin

city in North Yorkshire, England, United Kingdom

York, IL

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Trip Overview

McLeansboro, IL to York, IL is 110.2 miles and takes about 2h 50m via IL 1, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing the familiar landscapes of Illinois for its entirety. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on surface roads, making it a good option if you're looking for a less hurried pace. With only one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single day of travel.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

55.1 miles from McLeansboro, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
South Court Street 18.9 mi 28m
IL 1 12.5 mi 18m
1150E 10.1 mi 15m
County Road 1400 North 9.9 mi 14m
County Road 1400E 9.7 mi 14m
East Randolph Street 9.1 mi 13m
North Cherry Street 8.9 mi 13m
South Cross Street 8.6 mi 12m
Longest stretch: South Court Street — 18.9 mi, about 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on IL 142

255 ft · 9 sec · South Jackson Street
2

Turn left onto IL 142

371 ft · 7 sec · Market Street
3

Turn left onto IL 142

0.3 mi · 35 sec · South Washington Street
4

Turn left onto IL 14

9.1 mi · 13 min · East Randolph Street
5

Continue on IL 14

9.9 mi · 14 min · County Road 1400 North
6

Continue on IL 14

1.6 mi · 2 min · Oak Street
7

Turn left onto IL 1; IL 14

4.9 mi · 7 min · West Main Street
8

Continue on IL 1; IL 14

8.6 mi · 12 min · South Cross Street
9

Continue on IL 1

19 mi · 28 min · South Court Street
10

Turn left onto IL 1; IL 15

0.6 mi · 52 sec · North Walnut Street
11

Turn right onto IL 1

0.4 mi · 38 sec · West 9th Street
12

Turn left onto IL 1

8.9 mi · 13 min · North Cherry Street
13

Continue on IL 1

2.8 mi · 4 min · County Road 1550 East
14

Continue on IL 1

10 mi · 15 min · 1150E
15

Continue on IL 1

1.3 mi · 2 min · 15th Street
16

Continue on IL 1

8.2 mi · 12 min · 1200E
17

Continue on IL 1

9.7 mi · 14 min · County Road 1400E
18

Continue on IL 1

13 mi · 18 min · IL 1
19

Turn right onto East 150th Road

1.9 mi · 7 min · East 150th Road
20

Continue on West Broadway Street

0.2 mi · 1 min · West Broadway Street
21

Turn left onto North York Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · North York Street
22

Arrive at destination

North York Street

Trip Plan

Given the 2h 50m estimated drive time, leaving McLeansboro, IL in the morning allows ample time to reach York, IL with plenty of daylight remaining. The total fuel cost is estimated at $17, so plan accordingly. With only one suggested stop and a relatively short distance, you have flexibility in pacing your drive. Consider making your single stop midway for a break or to grab a bite. The longest stretch without a significant change in road type is 18.9 miles on South Court Street, so be prepared for consistent surface road conditions during that segment.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 55.1 miles from McLeansboro, IL, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.9 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 24 miles or 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 55.1 miles or 1h 22m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 14m

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 McLeansboro, 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 McLeansboro, IL

This is one driving day of about 110.2 miles and 2h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from McLeansboro, 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 South Court Street for about 18.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Marion, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Marion, IL

55 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

Carmi, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Marion, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 55.1 miles from McLeansboro, 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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 110.1 — 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 | IL 142 / Market Street

Turn left onto IL 142 / Market Street

Navigation decision point

3
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | IL 142 / South Washington Street

Turn left onto IL 142 / South Washington Street

Navigation decision point

3
0.4 mi into trip | ~0m in | IL 14 / East Randolph Street

Turn left onto IL 14 / East Randolph Street

Navigation decision point

4
54 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | IL 1 / West 9th Street

Turn right onto IL 1 / West 9th Street

Navigation decision point

4
110.1 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in | North York Street

Turn left onto North York Street

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.81 one way

$33.62 round trip

$3.88/gal 25.4 MPG avg 39 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.27 $18.52 $37.03
premium $4.81 $20.85 $41.70
diesel $5.40 $23.44 $46.88

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 38.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 33.1 0 $11.57 $5.29
Efficient EV 27.6 0 $9.64 $4.41
EV Truck/SUV 44.1 0 $15.43 $7.05

Gas CO2

39 kg

EV CO2

13 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 25, 2026

Origin

McLeansboro, IL

Morning in McLeansboro on Sunday

Local time

7:29 AM

CDT

Current temp

78°F

Sunny

NNE 2 to 8 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 25 at 4:40AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 25 at 4:39AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

Destination

York, IL

Morning in York on Sunday

Local time

7:29 AM

CDT

Current temp

75°F

Patchy Fog then Sunny

NNE 6 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 25 at 4:40AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 25 at 4:39AM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI

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

3 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

2h 50m 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?

This 110.2-mile trip is largely on surface roads, with highway driving accounting for only 11% of the total distance. You'll experience the longest continuous stretch on South Court Street for 18.9 miles. The route begins on South Court Street before transitioning to IL 1, and eventually 1150E, indicating a profile that is mostly surface roads rather than high-speed highways. Expect more rural cruising with fewer high-speed interchanges.

Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.9 mi on South Court Street.

How Hard Is This Drive?

2/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 142 / Market Street.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from McLeansboro, IL to York, IL is easy. At 2h 50m with 11% 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 142 / Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IL 142 / South Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (IL 14 / East Randolph Street): Navigation decision point.

About the Cities

Starting in McLeansboro, IL

Full guide →

Arriving in York, 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 2h 50m. Total distance: 110.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (11%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 18.9 miles on South Court Street. 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: near the start (IL 142 / Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (IL 142 / South Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (IL 14 / East Randolph 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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