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Trip from Wonder Lake, IL to York, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 17m
Distance
286.5 mi
461 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 5m
★
6 AM
6h 17m
8 AM
6h 43m
10 AM
6h 26m
12 PM
6h 24m
3 PM
6h 27m
5 PM
6h 41m
8 PM
6h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wonder Lake, IL
Kelly
York, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Wonder Lake, IL to York, IL is 286.5 miles and takes about 6h 17m via I 57 and I 74, with a fuel budget near $51 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, taking you through the Midwest region. Expect a primarily highway drive that can be completed comfortably in a single day, making it a straightforward option for a quick road trip. The route is efficient, designed for covering distance without extensive detours.
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
143.2 miles from Wonder Lake, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 3m into the drive .
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 |
| US 12 | 17.3 mi | 24m |
| IL 53 | 11.3 mi | 14m |
| I 290 | 9.3 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 105.4 mi, about 1h 54m
Traffic on I-57
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 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
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Wonder Lake, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on Hancock Drive
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
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Hancock Drive
2
Turn right onto East Wonder Lake Road
2.0 mi
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3 min
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East Wonder Lake Road
3
Turn left onto IL 120
6.9 mi
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13 min
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West Elm Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Continue on IL 120
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Rand Road
5
Continue on IL 120
1.9 mi
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2 min
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West Belvidere Road
Use the right lane.
6
Turn right onto US 12; IL 59
0.1 mi
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7 sec
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US 12; IL 59
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on US 12; IL 59
0.1 mi
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7 sec
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US 12; IL 59
8
Continue on US 12; IL 59
1.7 mi
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1 min
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US 12; IL 59
9
Continue on US 12; IL 59
1.1 mi
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1 min
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US 12; IL 59
10
Continue on US 12; IL 59
14 mi
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20 min
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US 12; IL 59
Use the left lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward IL 53 South
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto IL 53
4.4 mi
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5 min
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IL 53
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53
7.0 mi
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9 min
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IL 53
Toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290
9.3 mi
·
12 min
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I 290
Toward I 290 East: Chicago
Use the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 294
0.4 mi
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47 sec
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Tri-State Tollway
Exit 15A
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
1.0 mi
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2 min
·
Tri-State Tollway
Toward I 88 West, I 294 South: Aurora, Indiana
18
Merge onto I 294
137 ft
·
1 sec
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Tri-State Tollway
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
4.8 mi
·
5 min
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Tri-State Tollway
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 294
3.5 mi
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4 min
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Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 294
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Mile-Long Bridge
22
Continue on I 294
8.5 mi
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10 min
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Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 12 B-A
Toward IL 50 South, IL 83: Cicero Avenue, 127th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 12A
Toward IL 50 South: Cicero Avenue
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn straight onto IL 50; IL 83
4.9 mi
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7 min
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Cicero Avenue
Use the left lane.
26
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi
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26 sec
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167th Street
Use the left lane.
27
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
28
Merge onto I 57
105 mi
·
1 hr 54 min
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I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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26 sec
Exit 240
Toward Market Street
30
Turn left
96 ft
·
5 sec
31
Turn left onto Market Street
3.2 mi
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4 min
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Market Street
32
Turn right onto East Marketview Drive
0.3 mi
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39 sec
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East Marketview Drive
33
Turn left onto North Neil Street
0.3 mi
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41 sec
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North Neil Street
34
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
35
Merge onto I 74
32 mi
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35 min
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I 74
36
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
37
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
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35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
38
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi
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20 min
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Georgetown Road
39
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi
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2 min
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North State Street
40
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi
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9 min
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Georgetown Road
41
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi
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28 sec
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1575 E US 36
42
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi
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14 min
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Georgetown Road
43
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.4 mi
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3 min
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IL Route 1
44
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
512 ft
·
8 sec
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West Elliot Street
45
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
1.7 mi
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2 min
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North Central Avenue
46
Continue on IL 1
0.1 mi
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11 sec
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Vandalia Way
47
Turn straight onto IL 1
30 mi
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45 min
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South Main Street
48
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
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East 150th Road
49
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
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1 min
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West Broadway Street
50
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi
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27 sec
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North York Street
51
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 6h 17m drive, consider an early morning departure from Wonder Lake to ensure you have ample daylight for the entire trip. With only one recommended stop and a mostly highway profile, you can manage your breaks efficiently. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 105.4-mile stretch on I 57, and plan your refueling accordingly. The relatively short duration means you have flexibility, but sticking to the main interstates like I 57 and I 74 will keep you on schedule.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 143.2 miles from Wonder Lake, IL, or about 3h 3m 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 63 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.2 miles or 3h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 53m
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 Wonder Lake, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Wonder Lake, IL
This is one driving day of about 286.5 miles and 6h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 miles from Wonder Lake, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
143 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 63 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 143.2 miles from Wonder Lake, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105.4 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Main Line Station Rest Area - Northbound
0.1 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.1 mi from route
Salt Kettle Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Main Line Station Rest Area - Southbound
0.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Prairie View Rest Area - Northbound
0.2 mi from route
Prairie View Rest Area - Southbound
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Peotone Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
AF Truck Center
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.4 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1.8 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1.9 mi from route
QuikTrip
1.9 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 315 decision points cluster between mile 29.3 and 69.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
29.3 mi into trip
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~46m in
Take the ramp toward IL 53 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward IL 53 South
8
34 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
IL 53
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53 toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 290 East: Chicago, Biesterfield Road
8
50.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m 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
8
69.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m 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
69.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.31 one way
$84.62 round trip
$3.75/gal
25.4 MPG avg
100 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.14 | $46.71 | $93.42 |
| premium | $4.72 | $53.19 | $106.39 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $54.10 | $108.19 |
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
$42
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86 | 1 | $30.08 | $13.75 |
| Efficient EV | 71.6 | 0 | $25.07 | $11.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.6 | 1 | $40.11 | $18.34 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Origin
Wonder Lake, IL
Late night in Wonder Lake on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
WSW 5 to 10 mph
18% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 2:27PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 2:25PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Destination
York, IL
Late night in York on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SW 5 mph
33% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 2:27PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 2:25PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
85°F
Shelby, IN
143 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
6h 17m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 69.1
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route features a significant amount of highway driving, with 62% of the total mileage on interstates like I 57 and I 74. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch on I 57 for 105.4 miles, offering a consistent cruising experience. The transition to surface roads, specifically South Main Street, will occur as you approach your destination, marking a change from high-speed travel to local roads.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
51 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?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 31 significant decision points across 286.5 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 29.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 34 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.2 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
864 ft
451 ft
Total Climb
280 ft
Total Descent
660 ft
Highest Point
864 ft
~20.5 mi in
Elevation Range
413 ft
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 Wonder Lake, IL to York, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Indiana along the way.
Indiana
50.2 mi in
|
~1h 14m
About the Cities
Starting in Wonder Lake, IL
Full guide →Founded 1974
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 6h 17m. Total distance: 286.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 17m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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.
Expect about $1.09 in tolls one way, starting with Tri-state Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 26 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at York, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 26 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 34 miles (IL 53): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.3 hours each way, a round trip means 12.6 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at York, IL before the return drive.
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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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