Origin
Sheldon, IL
Afternoon in Sheldon on Sunday
Local time
12:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sheldon, IL to Woodland, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
14.3 mi
23 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sheldon, IL
Philippe Gerber
Woodland, IL
Lauri Poldre
Trip Overview
This quick 14.3-mile drive between Sheldon and Woodland, Illinois, is easily completed in about 27 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on US 24 and IL 1, with a short segment on East 1400 North Road, offering a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With a modest fuel cost estimated at just $2, this route is incredibly budget-friendly. Given its short duration and lack of designated stops, you have a lot of flexibility in planning your departure and enjoying the drive without feeling rushed.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 24 | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| IL 1 | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| East 1400 North Road | 2.2 mi | 8m |
| North 4th Street | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 24
— 6.9 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sheldon, IL and Woodland, IL.
1
Start on North 4th Street
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
North 4th Street
2
Turn left onto US 24
6.9 mi
·
9 min
·
US 24
3
Turn left onto IL 1
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
IL 1
4
Turn right onto East 1400 North Road
2.2 mi
·
8 min
·
East 1400 North Road
5
Continue on Main Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
6
Arrive at destination
Main Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
2 of 22 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 11.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
7.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
IL 1
Turn left onto IL 1
Navigation decision point
4
11.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
East 1400 North Road
Turn right onto East 1400 North Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.24 one way
$4.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.45 | $4.91 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.75 | $5.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.16 | $6.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.69 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.00 | $0.92 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Woodland, IL
Afternoon in Woodland on Sunday
Local time
12:27 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
27m 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 roughly 79% of this 14.3-mile trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6.9 miles on US 24, suggesting a good portion of the drive will involve consistent speed and minimal interruptions. While the profile indicates a highway focus, the inclusion of IL 1 and East 1400 North Road suggests you might encounter some local road driving mixed in, offering a slight variation in scenery and pace as you transition between these main arteries. It's a drive designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.9 mi on US 24.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 24 and IL 1. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in near IL 1.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sheldon, IL to Woodland, IL is easy. At 27m with 79% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles (IL 1): Navigation decision point; at 11.8 miles (East 1400 North Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 14.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.9 miles on US 24. 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 7.5 miles (IL 1): Navigation decision point; at 11.8 miles (East 1400 North Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Woodland, 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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