Origin
York, IL
Late night in York on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from York, IL to Washington, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 5m
Distance
184.4 mi
297 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 53m
★
6 AM
4h 6m
8 AM
4h 32m
10 AM
4h 15m
12 PM
4h 12m
3 PM
4h 16m
5 PM
4h 30m
8 PM
3h 58m
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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Washington, IL
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Trip Overview
York, IL to Washington, IL is 184.4 miles and takes about 4h 5m via I 74 and IL 1, with a fuel budget near $27 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, specifically Illinois, making it a straightforward journey. The route focuses heavily on highway driving, so expect a relatively quick transit. With a recommended one-day drive, you can easily complete this trip without needing an overnight stay. It's a practical option if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B within the state.
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
92.2 miles from York, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 16m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 101.8 mi | 1h 50m |
| IL 1 | 31.3 mi | 46m |
| Georgetown Road | 29.8 mi | 44m |
| Dee-Mack Road | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| IL Route 1 | 2.4 mi | 6m |
| County Line Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Eureka Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| East 150th Road | 1.9 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 101.8 mi, about 1h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York, IL and Washington, 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
·
46 min
·
IL 1
5
Continue on US 150; IL 1
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
IL Route 1
6
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Georgetown Road
7
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
1575 E US 36
8
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Georgetown Road
9
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North State Street
10
Continue on US 150; IL 1
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Georgetown Road
11
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 74 West: Champaign
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 74 West
13
Merge onto I 74
86 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
I 74
14
Take the exit onto I 74
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
Toward IL 117: Goodfield
16
Turn left onto IL 117
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
South Eureka Street
17
At end of road, turn right onto West Martin Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Martin Drive
18
Continue on County Road 1300 East
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
County Road 1300 East
19
Turn right onto County Line Road
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
County Line Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto US 150
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 150
21
Turn right onto Dee-Mac Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Dee-Mac Road
22
Continue on Dee-Mack Road
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Dee-Mack Road
23
Turn left onto US 24 Business
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Eureka Road
24
Continue on US 24 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Walnut Street
25
Enter roundabout onto US 24 Business
300 ft
·
16 sec
·
Peoria Street
26
Continue on US 24 Business
153 ft
·
7 sec
·
Peoria Street
27
Turn right
91 ft
·
6 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour drive time, starting your journey in the morning is ideal, allowing ample daylight for arrival. There's one recommended stop, so plan for a brief break about halfway through to stretch and refuel if needed. With a fuel cost estimated at $27, it's an economical trip. Keep an eye on the longest stretch of 101.8 miles on I 74; ensure you're prepared for this continuous segment by having sufficient fuel before entering it. This route is designed for a single-day trip, so you'll have flexibility in your departure time.
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 92.2 miles from York, IL, or about 2h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.8 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 41 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.2 miles or 2h 16m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Washington, 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 184.4 miles and 4h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 74 for about 101.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.2 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 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.8 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 184.3 — 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
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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
5
68.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 West
6
184.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 5m in
|
US 24 Business / Peoria Street
Enter roundabout onto US 24 Business / Peoria Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
184.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 5m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.83 one way
$57.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.65 | $63.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.49 | $70.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.71 | $81.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.3 | 0 | $19.36 | $8.85 |
| Efficient EV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.13 | $7.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.8 | 0 | $25.82 | $11.80 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Destination
Washington, IL
Late night in Washington on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Danville, IL
92 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
7 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 5m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 74% of the journey utilizing major highways like I 74 and IL 1. You'll experience a significant stretch of 101.8 miles on I 74, offering a consistent pace. The inclusion of Georgetown Road provides a brief variation before returning to more direct routes. Overall, expect a driving experience characterized by efficient travel on well-maintained roads, suitable for covering distance without extensive complexities.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.8 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and IL 1. 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 Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 5m drive. You will face about 16 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 68.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
About the Cities
Arriving in Washington, IL
Full guide →Washington is a city in Western Illinois, just east of Peoria and the Illinois River. It was founded in 1825. Washington is home to around 17,000 people (2016).
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 5m. Total distance: 184.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 101.8 miles on I 74. 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 68.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Washington, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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