This 155.4-mile drive from Woodside, IL to York, IL is a straightforward, highway-focused journey through the heart of the Midwest. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 40 minutes on the road, primarily utilizing South State Route 121, I-72, and I-70. With a fuel cost estimated at $24, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to complete it without needing an overnight stay. The highway share of 72% means you'll be covering ground efficiently, making it a practical option for those looking to reach their destination without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.7 miles from Woodside, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
South State Route 121
33.8 mi
48m
I 72
30 mi
32m
I 70
16 mi
17m
East Angling Road
13.7 mi
24m
Route 130
10 mi
14m
I 55
6.7 mi
7m
Illinois Route 16
6 mi
8m
Dewitt Avenue
5.8 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
South State Route 121
— 33.8 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodside, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on West Iron Bridge Road
107 ft·4 sec·West Iron Bridge Road
2
Turn right onto Woodside Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Woodside Road
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on Toronto Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Toronto Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·50 sec
5
Merge onto I 55
6.7 mi·7 min·I 55
6
Take the exit onto I 72; US 36
30 mi·32 min·I 72; US 36
Toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur
7
Take the exit onto US 36
0.3 mi·40 sec·US 36
Exit 133Toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 133BToward US 51 South: Pana
9
Merge onto US 51
5.0 mi·5 min·US 51
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion
11
Turn slight left
112 ft·2 sec
12
Turn left onto US 51 Business
0.3 mi·38 sec·South Business Route 51
13
Turn left onto CTH 20
4.2 mi·5 min·West Elwin Road
14
Continue on CTH 30
1.8 mi·3 min·West Main Street
15
Turn right onto IL 121
34 mi·48 min·South State Route 121
16
Continue on IL 121
5.8 mi·9 min·Dewitt Avenue
17
Turn right onto Lerna Road
0.5 mi·55 sec·Lerna Road
18
Turn left onto IL 16
6.0 mi·8 min·Illinois Route 16
19
Continue on IL 16
1.8 mi·2 min·West Lincoln Avenue
20
Turn right onto IL 130
1.6 mi·2 min·18th Street
21
Continue on IL 130
0.8 mi·1 min·Illinois Route 130
22
Continue on IL 130
10.0 mi·14 min·Route 130
23
Continue on IL 130
2.0 mi·2 min·County Road 1825 East
24
Continue on IL 130
0.8 mi·1 min·County Road 1775 E
25
Continue on IL 130
0.4 mi·32 sec·North Haughton Highway
26
Continue on IL 130
1.3 mi·1 min·1700E
27
Continue on IL 130
0.4 mi·37 sec·North Haughton Highway
28
Turn left
0.3 mi·39 sec
29
Merge onto I 70
16 mi·17 min·I 70
30
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward Martinsville
31
Turn right onto North Cleone Road
0.6 mi·1 min·North Cleone Road
32
Continue on North York Street
1.9 mi·3 min·North York Street
33
Continue on East Angling Road
4.8 mi·8 min·East Angling Road
34
Continue on East Angling Road
9.0 mi·15 min·East Angling Road
35
Turn right onto IL 1
3.3 mi·5 min·IL 1
36
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
37
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
38
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi·27 sec·North York Street
39
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour, 40-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day adventure. Consider an early morning departure from Woodside to maximize your daylight hours and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one suggested stop and a fuel cost of around $24, you have flexibility in planning your breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 33.8-mile stretch on South State Route 121, to ensure you don't need to make an unscheduled stop. This efficient route allows you to focus on reaching York, IL with minimal disruption.
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 77.7 miles from Woodside, IL, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.8 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 34 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.7 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 50m
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 Woodside, 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 Woodside, IL
This is one driving day of about 155.4 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Woodside, 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 South State Route 121 for about 33.8 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 45.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Woodside Road
Turn right onto Woodside Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
9.2 mi into trip|~12m in|I 72; US 36
Take the exit onto I 72; US 36 toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur
6
39.2 mi into trip|~45m in|US 36
Take the exit onto US 36 toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 133
Toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
6
39.6 mi into trip|~45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 51 South: Pana
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 133B
Toward US 51 South: Pana
5
45.1 mi into trip|~52m in
Take the exit toward Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.30 one way
$48.59 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$26.67
$53.35
premium
$4.89
$29.91
$59.81
diesel
$5.61
$34.31
$68.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.6
0
$16.32
$7.46
Efficient EV
38.9
0
$13.60
$6.22
EV Truck/SUV
62.2
0
$21.76
$9.95
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Woodside, IL
Late night
in Woodside on Sunday
Local time
1:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
York, IL
Late night
in York on Sunday
Local time
1:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Bruce, IL
78 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
3h 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 72% of the route taking place on major roads. You'll encounter stretches on South State Route 121, I-72, and I-70, offering a consistent pace for most of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 33.8 miles on South State Route 121, providing a solid block of driving before potential changes in scenery or road type. While largely a highway experience, the progression through these main arteries will guide you efficiently across the landscape.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.8 mi on South State Route 121.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South State Route 121 and I 72. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Woodside Road.
Driving Effort6/10
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 155.4 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (Woodside Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles (I 72; US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.2 miles (US 36): 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.
Between Woodside, IL and York, IL, road signs point toward Pana, Decatur, Elwin, Mount Zion and Martinsville.
Pana
39.2 mi in|~45m|via US 36
Decatur
45.1 mi in|~52m
Elwin
45.1 mi in|~52m
Mount Zion
45.1 mi in|~52m
Martinsville
133.2 mi in|~2h 57m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 155.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.8 miles on South State Route 121. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Woodside Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.2 miles (I 72; US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.2 miles (US 36): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at York, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
