Traveling from York to Cambria covers 176.1 miles through the Illinois landscape, a journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 36 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you can comfortably complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $27 on fuel for the one-way transit. Utilizing I-57, I-70, and the Ken Gray Expressway, you stay within the Midwest region for the duration of your travel. This route is best suited for drivers who prioritize efficiency and a direct path between these two points in Illinois.
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
88 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
65.7 mi
1h 10m
I 70
43 mi
46m
Ken Gray Expressway
32.7 mi
35m
East Angling Road
13.7 mi
24m
Herrin Road
6.6 mi
9m
IL 1
3.3 mi
4m
East Herrin Street
3.1 mi
5m
East 150th Road
1.9 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 65.7 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Cambria, 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
3.3 mi·4 min·IL 1
5
Turn left onto East Angling Road
9.0 mi·15 min·East Angling Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto East Angling Road
4.8 mi·8 min·East Angling Road
7
Continue on South York Street
1.9 mi·3 min·South York Street
8
Continue on North Cleone Road
0.9 mi·1 min·North Cleone Road
9
Turn left
0.4 mi·46 sec
10
Merge onto I 70
43 mi·46 min·I 70
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
66 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 57
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 57
33 mi·35 min·Ken Gray Expressway
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward Johnston City, Herrin
14
Turn right onto Herrin Road
3.1 mi·4 min·Herrin Road
15
Continue on East Herrin Street
3.1 mi·5 min·East Herrin Street
16
Continue on Herrin Road
3.5 mi·5 min·Herrin Road
17
Enter roundabout onto Cambria Road
221 ft·4 sec·Cambria Road
18
Continue on Cambria Road
0.5 mi·48 sec·Cambria Road
19
Continue on North Maple Street
1.5 mi·2 min·North Maple Street
20
Arrive at destination
South Maple Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You only need to plan for one major stop to break up the 3-hour and 36-minute duration, keeping your fatigue levels low. Keep an eye on the transition between I-70 and the Ken Gray Expressway, as changing highways can be the most demanding part of the navigation. To keep your travel costs near the $27 estimate, try to refuel before hitting the more congested interstate stretches. Being prepared for these highway transitions will ensure a smoother experience as you cross the state.
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 88 miles from York, IL, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.7 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 39 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 88 miles or 1h 55m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cambria, 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 176.1 miles and 3h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 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 65.7 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 164 — 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
5.6 mi into trip|~14m in|East Angling Road
Turn left onto East Angling Road
Navigation decision point
5
65.6 mi into trip|~1h 30m in|I 57
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57 toward I 57 South: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
5
164 mi into trip|~3h 16m in
Take the exit toward Johnston City, Herrin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Johnston City, Herrin
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.53 one way
$55.06 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg62 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$30.23
$60.46
premium
$4.89
$33.89
$67.78
diesel
$5.61
$38.88
$77.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52.8
0
$18.49
$8.45
Efficient EV
44
0
$15.41
$7.04
EV Truck/SUV
70.4
0
$24.65
$11.27
Gas CO2
62 kg
EV CO2
21 kg (66% 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
York, IL
Late night
in York on Sunday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Cambria, IL
Late night
in Cambria on Sunday
Local time
2:57 AM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
3h 36m 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?
With 82% of your journey spent on highways, this drive is defined by consistent speeds and interstate travel. You will face a longest uninterrupted stretch of 65.7 miles while navigating I-57, which requires maintaining focus during long periods of highway driving. The transition between these major arteries keeps the pace steady, moving from broader interstate systems onto the Ken Gray Expressway. You should expect a straightforward, functional experience behind the wheel. The road's personality is utilitarian, focusing on getting you to your destination with minimal detours or technical road segments.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65.7 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 70. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Broadway Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 36m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 5.6 miles (East Angling Road): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between York, IL and Cambria, IL, road signs point toward Johnston City and Herrin.
The longest stretch is about 65.7 miles on I 57. 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.
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 5.6 miles (East Angling Road): Navigation decision point.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Cambria, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
