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Trip from York, IL to Blue Island, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 39m
Distance
215.6 mi
347 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 26m
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6 AM
4h 39m
8 AM
5h 6m
10 AM
4h 49m
12 PM
4h 46m
3 PM
4h 50m
5 PM
5h 5m
8 PM
4h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
York, IL
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Blue Island, IL
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Trip Overview
York, IL to Blue Island, IL is 215.6 miles and takes about 4h 39m via I 57 and IL 1, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, traversing the Midwest region from start to finish. The route is predominantly highway driving, making it a straightforward path for a single-day excursion. You can expect a relatively quick transit between these two points, with most of the mileage covered on major interstates. Plan for a morning departure to allow ample time for the drive and any brief stops you might need.
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
107.8 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 38m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 145.1 mi | 2h 37m |
| IL 1 | 30.7 mi | 45m |
| West Jasper Street | 10.7 mi | 18m |
| E County Road 200 N | 8.8 mi | 15m |
| Illinois Route 133 | 6 mi | 10m |
| East County Road 200 North | 3 mi | 5m |
| Western Avenue | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| East 150th Road | 1.9 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 145.1 mi, about 2h 37m
Traffic on I-57
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 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 York, IL and Blue Island, IL.
1
Start on North York Street
0.1 mi
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29 sec
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North York Street
2
At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
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56 sec
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West Broadway Street
3
Continue on East 150th Road
1.9 mi
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7 min
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East 150th Road
4
Turn sharp right onto IL 1
31 mi
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45 min
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IL 1
5
Turn left onto US 150; IL 16; IL 133
11 mi
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18 min
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West Jasper Street
6
Continue on IL 133
1.3 mi
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2 min
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East 1200th Road
7
Continue on IL 133
1.6 mi
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2 min
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East 1220th Road
8
Continue on IL 133
0.7 mi
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1 min
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East 1225th Road
9
Continue on IL 133
1.0 mi
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1 min
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East 1850th Road
10
Continue on IL 133
5.3 mi
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9 min
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Illinois Route 133
11
Continue on IL 133
3.6 mi
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6 min
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E County Road 200 N
12
Continue on IL 133
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Illinois Route 133
13
Continue on IL 133
1.5 mi
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2 min
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East County Road 200 North
14
Continue on IL 133
1.6 mi
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2 min
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E County Road 200 N
15
Continue on IL 133
1.2 mi
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2 min
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East County Road 200 North
16
Continue on IL 133
3.6 mi
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6 min
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E County Road 200 N
17
Continue on IL 133
0.3 mi
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32 sec
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East County Road 200 North
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I-57 North: Champaign
19
Merge onto I 57
145 mi
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2 hr 37 min
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I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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32 sec
Exit 349-350
Toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevard, 147th Street, Wisconsin
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
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1 min
Exit 350
Toward IL 83: 147th Street, Sibley Boulevard
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
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24 sec
Exit 350
Toward IL 83: 147th Street, Sibley Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork
184 ft
·
4 sec
Toward Dixmoor, Harvey
Use the right lane.
24
Turn straight onto IL 83
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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West 147th Street
25
Turn left onto Western Avenue
2.1 mi
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3 min
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Western Avenue
26
Continue on Gregory Street
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
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Gregory Street
27
Turn left onto High Street
495 ft
·
26 sec
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High Street
28
Turn left onto Western Avenue
271 ft
·
5 sec
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Western Avenue
29
Arrive at destination
Western Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 39m duration, this route is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to make the most of daylight hours. The longest stretch without a break is 145.1 miles on I 57, so plan a fuel stop before or during that segment if your vehicle requires it. While there's only one recommended stop listed, you might want to factor in an additional short break to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the $38 estimated cost, especially if you're driving a less fuel-efficient vehicle.
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 107.8 miles from York, IL, or about 2h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 145.1 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 47 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.8 miles or 2h 38m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Blue Island, 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 215.6 miles and 4h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from York, 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 145.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 107.8 miles from York, 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 145.1 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.
Illini Prairie Rest Area - Northbound
0 mi from route
Service Plaza
0 mi from route
Main Line Station Rest Area - Southbound
0.1 mi from route
Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Prairie View Rest Area - Northbound
0.1 mi from route
Prairie View Rest Area - Southbound
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Peotone Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.4 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1.2 mi from route
QuikTrip
2.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 212.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Broadway Street
At end of road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
8
211.3 mi into trip
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~4h 30m in
Take the exit toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevard, 147th Street, Wisconsin
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 349-350
Toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevar...
9
211.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward IL 83: 147th Street, Sibley Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 350
Toward IL 83: 147th Street, Sibley Boulevard
9
212.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward IL 83: 147th Street, Sibley Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 350
Toward IL 83: 147th Street, Sibley Boulevard
9
212.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Dixmoor, Harvey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Dixmoor, Harvey
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.84 one way
$63.68 round trip
$3.75/gal
25.4 MPG avg
75 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.14 | $35.15 | $70.30 |
| premium | $4.72 | $40.03 | $80.06 |
| diesel | $4.80 | $40.71 | $81.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.7 | 0 | $22.64 | $10.35 |
| Efficient EV | 53.9 | 0 | $18.87 | $8.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.2 | 1 | $30.18 | $13.80 |
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Origin
York, IL
Morning in York on Monday
Local time
6:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
91°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 mph
29% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 4:54PM CDT until July 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 3:26PM CDT until July 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Destination
Blue Island, IL
Morning in Blue Island on Monday
Local time
6:12 AM
CDT
Current temp
89°F
Patchy Smoke
NNE 15 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued July 18 at 4:54PM CDT until July 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Heat Advisory
Heat Advisory issued July 18 at 3:26PM CDT until July 18 at 7:00PM 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
2 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
4h 39m 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...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
Free
near mile 215.6
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 drive is mostly highway, with 84% of the 215.6 miles on interstates. You'll experience a long stretch of 145.1 miles on I 57, which means extended periods of consistent cruising. After leaving I 57, you'll transition to surface roads like IL 1, eventually reaching West Jasper Street. Expect a shift from high-speed travel to more moderate speeds as you approach your destination.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 145.1 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and IL 1. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Broadway Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 215.6 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 0.1 miles (West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 211.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 211.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
772 ft
451 ft
Total Climb
558 ft
Total Descent
370 ft
Highest Point
772 ft
~123.2 mi in
Elevation Range
321 ft
About the Cities
Starting in York, IL
Full guide →Arriving in Blue Island, IL
Full guide →Founded 1836
Blue Island is in Chicagoland, located on South Western Avenue between 119th St and 135th Street.
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 4h 39m. Total distance: 215.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 145.1 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 21 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 Blue Island, 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 21 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 211.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 211.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Blue Island, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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