Origin
Posen, IL
Morning in Posen on Tuesday
Local time
7:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Posen, IL to Irvington, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
40m
Distance
27.4 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Posen, IL
Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
Irvington, IL
Quang Vuong
Trip Overview
This straightforward 27.4-mile drive from Posen, IL to Irvington, IL is a quick 40-minute trip perfect for a single day. Primarily using I-64 and IL-127, this route keeps you moving at a good pace. With an estimated fuel cost of just $4, it’s an economical option for a short journey within Illinois. The drive profile is largely highway-focused, making it a no-fuss option for getting from point A to point B efficiently. You won't need to worry about overnight stays; this is a journey you can easily complete in a few hours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 64 | 10.3 mi | 11m |
| IL 127 | 9.7 mi | 11m |
| Posen Road | 2.9 mi | 11m |
| United States Route 51 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| South 2nd Street Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| IL 177 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 64
— 10.3 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Posen, IL and Irvington, IL.
1
Start on Posen Road
2.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Posen Road
2
Turn right onto IL 127
9.7 mi
·
11 min
·
IL 127
3
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
4
Merge onto I 64
10 mi
·
11 min
·
I 64
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 51: Centralia, Ashley
6
Turn left onto US 51
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
United States Route 51
7
Turn left onto South 2nd Street Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South 2nd Street Road
8
Turn left onto IL 177
360 ft
·
7 sec
·
IL 177
9
Arrive at destination
IL 177
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 27.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
2.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
IL 127
Turn right onto IL 127
Navigation decision point
5
12.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
23.3 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward US 51: Centralia, Ashley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 51: Centralia, Ashley
4
26.2 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
South 2nd Street Road
Turn left onto South 2nd Street Road
Navigation decision point
4
27.3 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
IL 177
Turn left onto IL 177
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.28 one way
$8.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.70 | $9.41 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.27 | $10.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.05 | $12.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.40 | $1.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11 | 0 | $3.84 | $1.75 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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.
Destination
Irvington, IL
Morning in Irvington on Tuesday
Local time
7:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
9 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
40m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 27.4-mile route, with 83% of it on major roads like I-64. You'll encounter an uninterrupted stretch of 10.3 miles on I-64, offering a consistent driving pace. The route utilizes a mix of the interstate and IL-127, providing a predictable journey. Posen Road will likely serve as your entry or exit point. This drive is designed for efficiency rather than scenic detours, keeping you on track with minimal fuss.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.3 mi on I 64.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 64 and IL 127. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near IL 127.
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 40m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (IL 127): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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 Posen, IL to Irvington, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Ashley along the way.
Ashley
23.3 mi in
|
~34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 40m. Total distance: 27.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.3 miles on I 64. 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: at 2.9 miles (IL 127): Navigation decision point; at 12.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Irvington, 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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