Spanning 85.1 miles through the Illinois countryside, this route connects York to Atwood in approximately 2 hours and 19 minutes. It is a straightforward trip that fits easily into a single day, making an overnight stay unnecessary unless you prefer a slower pace. You can expect to spend about $13 on fuel for the journey, keeping your travel costs quite manageable. By navigating a combination of IL 1, County Road 950 N, and West Jasper Street, you will traverse the heart of the Midwest. This drive is ideal if you are looking for a practical, direct path between these two Illinois towns without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
42.6 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
IL 1
30.7 mi
45m
County Road 950 N
25.7 mi
38m
West Jasper Street
10.7 mi
18m
North 150th Street
10.1 mi
17m
East 150th Road
1.9 mi
7m
East 1220th Road
1.6 mi
2m
2200 N
1.5 mi
2m
East 1200th Road
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
IL 1
— 30.7 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Atwood, IL.
1
Start on North York Street
0.1 mi·29 sec·North York Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
0.2 mi·56 sec·West Broadway Street
3
Continue on East 150th Road
1.9 mi·7 min·East 150th Road
4
Turn sharp right onto IL 1
31 mi·45 min·IL 1
5
Turn left onto US 150; IL 16; IL 133
11 mi·18 min·West Jasper Street
6
Continue on IL 133
1.3 mi·2 min·East 1200th Road
7
Continue on IL 133
1.6 mi·2 min·East 1220th Road
8
Continue on IL 133
0.2 mi·18 sec·East 1225th Road
9
Turn right onto IL 49
10 mi·17 min·North 150th Street
10
Turn left onto US 36
1.5 mi·2 min·2200 N
11
Continue on US 36
16 mi·24 min·County Road 950 N
12
Continue on US 36
0.5 mi·1 min·East Southline Road
13
Continue on US 36
9.2 mi·13 min·County Road 950 N
14
Turn right onto Main Street
0.6 mi·59 sec·Main Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. While there are no formal stops scheduled, the duration of over two hours means you might want to plan for a quick break to stretch your legs. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, as the $13 estimate is a baseline for your planning. Because you are relying on a mix of state and local roads, be prepared for potential speed limit changes as you transition from IL 1 onto smaller stretches. Prioritizing a departure during daylight hours will make navigating the local road segments much easier.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 42.6 miles from York, IL, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.7 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 19 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.6 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atwood, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving York, 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 York, IL
This is one driving day of about 85.1 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from York, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IL 1 for about 30.7 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 56.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|West Broadway Street
At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip|~9m in|IL 1
Turn sharp right onto IL 1
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
4
33 mi into trip|~54m in|US 150; IL 16; IL 133 / West Jasper Street
Turn left onto US 150; IL 16; IL 133 / West Jasper Street
Navigation decision point
3
46.7 mi into trip|~1h 18m in|IL 49 / North 150th Street
Turn right onto IL 49 / North 150th Street
Navigation decision point
4
56.9 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|US 36 / 2200 N
Turn left onto US 36 / 2200 N
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.30 one way
$26.61 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg30 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.61
$29.22
premium
$4.89
$16.38
$32.75
diesel
$5.61
$18.79
$37.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.5
0
$8.94
$4.08
Efficient EV
21.3
0
$7.45
$3.40
EV Truck/SUV
34
0
$11.91
$5.45
Gas CO2
30 kg
EV CO2
10 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 20, 2026
Origin
York, IL
Late night
in York on Tuesday
Local time
5:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Atwood, IL
Late night
in Atwood on Tuesday
Local time
5:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Paris, IL
43 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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 19m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between local roads and state highways. With a highway share of 36 percent, the route offers a balance of faster-paced segments and more measured, secondary road driving. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on IL 1, covering 30.7 miles where you can settle into a steady rhythm. As you move away from your starting point, the road character shifts, requiring you to remain attentive to the changing road types. It is a functional drive that avoids the monotony of a purely interstate route, providing a varied feel behind the wheel.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.7 mi on IL 1.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Broadway Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from York, IL to Atwood, IL is easy. At 2h 19m with 36% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (IL 1): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 33 miles (US 150; IL 16; IL 133 / West Jasper Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 85.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 30.7 miles on IL 1. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (IL 1): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 33 miles (US 150; IL 16; IL 133 / West Jasper Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Atwood, IL before heading back.
