This 220.6-mile journey from Oak Lawn, IL to York, IL is a straightforward drive primarily on interstates, taking approximately 4 hours and 45 minutes. With a highway share of 63%, it’s a highway-focused trip that can comfortably be completed as a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost is around $34, making it an economical option for a Midwest road trip. Given its manageable length and duration, this route offers flexibility for when you choose to depart and how you pace your single recommended stop. It’s a practical option for getting between these two Illinois locations efficiently.
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
110.3 miles from Oak Lawn, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m 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
Cicero Avenue
6.6 mi
10m
Market Street
3.2 mi
4m
East 150th Road
1.9 mi
7m
North State Street
1.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 105.4 mi, about 1h 54m
Traffic on I-57
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~865 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~101 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 5 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 Oak Lawn, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on Mulberry Avenue
0.3 mi·1 min·Mulberry Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto 102nd Street
0.1 mi·30 sec·102nd Street
3
Turn right onto Buell Avenue
528 ft·28 sec·Buell Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto 103rd Street
0.8 mi·1 min·103rd Street
5
Turn right onto IL 50
1.5 mi·2 min·South Cicero Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on IL 50
6.6 mi·10 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·167th Street
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
9
Merge onto I 57
105 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Exit 240Toward Market Street
11
Turn left
96 ft·5 sec
12
Turn left onto Market Street
3.2 mi·4 min·Market Street
13
Turn right onto East Marketview Drive
0.3 mi·39 sec·East Marketview Drive
14
Turn left onto North Neil Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·North Neil Street
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
16
Merge onto I 74
32 mi·35 min·I 74
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
19
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi·20 min·Georgetown Road
20
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi·2 min·North State Street
21
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi·9 min·Georgetown Road
22
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi·28 sec·1575 E US 36
23
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi·14 min·Georgetown Road
24
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.4 mi·3 min·IL Route 1
25
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
512 ft·8 sec·West Elliot Street
26
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
1.7 mi·2 min·North Central Avenue
27
Continue on IL 1
0.1 mi·11 sec·Vandalia Way
28
Turn straight onto IL 1
30 mi·45 min·South Main Street
29
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
30
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
31
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·North York Street
32
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour and 45-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your day and potentially avoid any midday traffic. With a single recommended stop and a longest stretch of 105.4 miles, you’ll want to plan your break strategically. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $34, and it’s always wise to top up before embarking on longer highway segments. Taking advantage of the relatively short duration means you have the flexibility to adjust your schedule on the fly.
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 110.3 miles from Oak Lawn, IL, or about 2h 7m 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 49 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 110.3 miles or 2h 7m 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 38m
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 Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn, IL
This is one driving day of about 220.6 miles and 4h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Oak Lawn, 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 152.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|102nd Street
At end of road, turn left onto 102nd Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip|~3m in|IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue
Turn right onto IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
10.1 mi into trip|~18m in|I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
115.5 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward Market Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 240
Toward Market Street
7
152.4 mi into trip|~2h 55m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.58 one way
$65.16 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$35.96
$71.93
premium
$4.72
$40.96
$81.92
diesel
$4.80
$41.65
$83.31
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 77.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
66.2
0
$23.16
$10.59
Efficient EV
55.2
0
$19.30
$8.82
EV Truck/SUV
88.2
1
$30.88
$14.12
Gas CO2
77 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Oak Lawn, IL
Night
in Oak Lawn on Monday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
86°F
Smoke
SSW 5 to 15 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 8:38AM CDT until July 21 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Extreme Heat Warning
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 20 at 8:38AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Destination
York, IL
Night
in York on Monday
Local time
9:51 PM
CDT
Current temp
88°F
Patchy Smoke
SW 3 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 20 at 8:38AM CDT until July 21 at 11:00AM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
Extreme Heat Warning
Extreme Heat Warning issued July 20 at 8:38AM CDT until July 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Paducah KY
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
4h 45m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive with a significant interstate component, as 63% of this route utilizes major highways like I-57 and I-74. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 105.4 miles on I-57, which forms the backbone of this journey. While predominantly highway-focused, the route eventually incorporates South Main Street as you approach your destination, offering a slight shift in pace. This profile suggests a drive where efficiency is key, with opportunities for steady cruising on the interstates.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 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?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 74. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near 102nd Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 220.6 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: at 0.3 miles (102nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 45m. Total distance: 220.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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.
Yes — we found about 21 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.
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 0.3 miles (102nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. 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 9.5 hours — manageable with a long break at York, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
