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Trip from York, IL to Indian Head Park, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 55m
Distance
228.7 mi
368 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 42m
★
6 AM
4h 55m
8 AM
5h 22m
10 AM
5h 5m
12 PM
5h 2m
3 PM
5h 6m
5 PM
5h 21m
8 PM
4h 47m
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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Indian Head Park, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
York, IL to Indian Head Park, IL is 228.7 miles and takes about 4h 55m via I 57 and Tri-State Tollway, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. You'll spend most of your time on highways, making it a straightforward trip for those looking to cover ground efficiently. Given the relatively short duration and highway focus, it's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion.
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
114.4 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 145.1 mi | 2h 37m |
| IL 1 | 30.7 mi | 45m |
| Tri-State Tollway | 14.4 mi | 17m |
| 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 |
| 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
~928 veh/hr typical · worst 1,278
Quietest
2 AM
~107 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 51 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 Indian Head Park, IL.
1
Start on North York Street
0.1 mi
·
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
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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
·
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 right at fork
1.8 mi
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3 min
Exit 349
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Merge onto I 294
14 mi
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17 min
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Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
449 ft
·
11 sec
Exit 23B
Toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
Use the right lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward Wolf Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
At end of road, turn right onto Wolf Road
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
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Wolf Road
26
Turn left onto Eastgate Road
238 ft
·
10 sec
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Eastgate Road
27
Continue on Blackhawk Trail
0.2 mi
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57 sec
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Blackhawk Trail
28
Continue on Blackhawk Trail
19 ft
·
0 sec
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Blackhawk Trail
29
Arrive at destination
Blackhawk Trail
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4-hour and 55-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to minimize traffic, especially as you near Indian Head Park. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility; however, breaking up the 145.1-mile stretch on I 57 might be wise for a stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as highway service areas can sometimes be spaced out. Budgeting around $36 for fuel should cover the 228.7 miles.
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 114.4 miles from York, IL, or about 2h 45m 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 50 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.4 miles or 2h 45m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Indian Head Park, 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 228.7 miles and 4h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 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
114 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.4 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.
Main Line Station Rest Area - Southbound
0.1 mi from route
Main Line Station Rest Area - Northbound
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
Service Plaza
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
Service Plaza
0.7 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1.4 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1.7 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 227.9 — 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
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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...
8
211.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 31m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 349
Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin
8
227.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 52m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 23B
Toward I 55 South: Wolf Road, Saint Louis
8
227.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Wolf Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward Wolf Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.15 one way
$76.30 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $41.46 | $82.93 |
| premium | $5.26 | $47.35 | $94.70 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $55.64 | $111.27 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.86
Tri-state Tollway
(14.4 mi)
$0.86
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
$38
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.6 | 0 | $24.01 | $10.98 |
| Efficient EV | 57.2 | 0 | $20.01 | $9.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.5 | 1 | $32.02 | $14.64 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
7:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
37°F
Clear
ESE 2 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Destination
Indian Head Park, IL
Morning in Indian Head Park on Monday
Local time
7:51 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Clear
SSW 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
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
6 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
4h 55m 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...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 213
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 is predominantly highway driving, with 79% of the 228.7 miles on major roadways like I 57. You'll experience a longest stretch of 145.1 miles on I 57 before transitioning to IL 1 and then the Tri-State Tollway. Expect a consistent flow of traffic and numerous exits as you approach the Chicago metropolitan area.
79% 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?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and IL 1. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Broadway Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 228.7 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 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
787 ft
451 ft
Total Climb
549 ft
Total Descent
348 ft
Highest Point
787 ft
~196.1 mi in
Elevation Range
336 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 York, IL to Indian Head Park, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Wisconsin along the way.
Wisconsin
211.3 mi in
|
~4h 30m
About the Cities
Starting 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 4h 55m. Total distance: 228.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). 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.
Expect about $0.86 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 23 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 Indian Head Park, 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 23 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.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Indian Head Park, 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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