This 240.3-mile journey from Villa Park, IL to York, IL is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take around 5 hours and 10 minutes. You'll primarily be on Interstates 57 and 74, with a final stretch on South Main Street, covering about 58% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is $37, making it a budget-friendly excursion. This route offers a mixed driving experience across the familiar Midwest region, all within the state of Illinois. Given the duration, it’s well-suited for a single day of travel without feeling overly rushed.
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
120.1 miles from Villa Park, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 22m 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
Tri-State Tollway
18.2 mi
23m
Cicero Avenue
4.9 mi
7m
West Saint Charles Road
3.4 mi
6m
Market Street
3.2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 105.4 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Villa Park, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on West Saint Charles Road
3.4 mi·6 min·West Saint Charles Road
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 290 East
3
Merge onto I 290
0.3 mi·28 sec·I 290
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 15AToward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, IndianaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on I 294
0.4 mi·47 sec·Tri-State Tollway
Exit 15AToward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
1.0 mi·2 min·Tri-State Tollway
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
7
Merge onto I 294
137 ft·1 sec·Tri-State Tollway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
4.8 mi·5 min·Tri-State Tollway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 294
3.5 mi·4 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 294
0.9 mi·1 min·Mile-Long Bridge
11
Continue on I 294
8.5 mi·10 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 12 B-AToward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 12AToward IL 50 South: Cicero AvenueUse the straight lane.
14
Turn straight onto IL 50; IL 83
4.9 mi·7 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·167th Street
Use the left lane.
16
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
17
Merge onto I 57
105 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Exit 240Toward Market Street
19
Turn left
96 ft·5 sec
20
Turn left onto Market Street
3.2 mi·4 min·Market Street
21
Turn right onto East Marketview Drive
0.3 mi·39 sec·East Marketview Drive
22
Turn left onto North Neil Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·North Neil Street
23
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·34 sec
24
Merge onto I 74
32 mi·35 min·I 74
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
27
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi·20 min·Georgetown Road
28
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi·2 min·North State Street
29
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi·9 min·Georgetown Road
30
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi·28 sec·1575 E US 36
31
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi·14 min·Georgetown Road
32
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.4 mi·3 min·IL Route 1
33
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
512 ft·8 sec·West Elliot Street
34
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
1.7 mi·2 min·North Central Avenue
35
Continue on IL 1
0.1 mi·11 sec·Vandalia Way
36
Turn straight onto IL 1
30 mi·45 min·South Main Street
37
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
38
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
39
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·North York Street
40
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
Plan to depart Villa Park in the morning to make the most of your day, aiming to arrive in York with ample time before evening. With a total duration of just over 5 hours, you'll encounter one suggested stop, which is perfect for stretching your legs or grabbing a quick bite. The longest stretch without a break is 105.4 miles on I-57, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge before entering this longer segment. This route is straightforward, but staying aware of your surroundings as you shift from highway to local roads near York will ensure a smooth arrival.
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 120.1 miles from Villa Park, IL, or about 2h 22m 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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 120.1 miles or 2h 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 3h 59m
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 Villa Park, 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 Villa Park, IL
This is one driving day of about 240.3 miles and 5h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Villa Park, 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 26
5 decision points cluster between mile 4 and 172 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
4 mi into trip|~7m in
Take the exit toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
6
4.7 mi into trip|~8m in|I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
8
23.4 mi into trip|~32m in
Take the exit toward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12 B-A
Toward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th...
8
23.7 mi into trip|~33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Exit 12A
Toward IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue
7
172 mi into trip|~3h 21m 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
$37.57 one way
$75.14 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg84 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$41.25
$82.50
premium
$4.89
$46.24
$92.49
diesel
$5.61
$53.06
$106.11
Estimated Tolls: $1.09
Tri-state Tollway
(18.2 mi)$1.09
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
14 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Champaign, Illinois
Other
1 DCFC
EV Connect Charging Station
Champaign, Illinois
EV Connect
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Champaign, Illinois
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla Destination Charger
Champaign, Illinois
Tesla Destination
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Urbana, Illinois
Tesla
1 DCFC
Electrify America Charging Station
Champaign, Illinois
Electrify America
1 DCFC
Nissan Charging Station
Champaign, Illinois
Other
1 DCFC
Circle K | Electric Vehicle Charging Station
Champaign, Illinois
Other
1 DCFC
Other: 4
Tesla: 2
ChargePoint: 2
Blink: 2
EV Connect: 1
Tesla Destination: 1
Electrify America: 1
EVgo: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
72.1
0
$25.23
$11.53
Efficient EV
60.1
0
$21.03
$9.61
EV Truck/SUV
96.1
1
$33.64
$15.38
Gas CO2
84 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (67% 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 Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Villa Park, IL
Late night
in Villa Park on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
York, IL
Late night
in York on Sunday
Local time
2:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 15 mph6% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:30AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:30AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
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
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
5h 10m 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...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 24.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The drive is characterized as a 'mixed drive,' reflecting a blend of interstate cruising and surface street navigation. With 58% of the route on highways, expect substantial periods of faster travel, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 105.4 miles on I-57. This segment will likely feel like a typical interstate experience, allowing for consistent speed. As you transition off the main interstates and onto South Main Street, the pace will naturally slow, introducing a more local feel to the final leg of your journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 105.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 240.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
773 ft451 ft
Total Climb
285 ft
Total Descent
534 ft
Highest Point
773 ft
~120.1 mi in
Elevation Range
321 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 10m. Total distance: 240.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Villa Park, IL to York, IL covers 240.3 miles and takes about 5h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, I 74, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 120.1 miles from Villa Park, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 240.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Villa Park, IL to York, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
