How far is Buena Vista, IL from York, IL?
The driving distance from Buena Vista, IL to York, IL is about 125 miles (201.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 111.2 miles (179 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 27m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buena Vista and York.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buena Vista and York.
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Start on the route
50 m · 15 sec
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Turn right onto Poplar Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Poplar Street
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Turn left
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto North Commercial Street
1952 ft · 31 sec · North Commercial Street
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Continue on United States Highway 45
19.7 mi · 25 min · United States Highway 45
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Continue straight
45.1 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Turn left onto North Walnut Street
2981 ft · 53 sec · North Walnut Street
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Turn right onto West 9th Street
1979 ft · 39 sec · West 9th Street
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Turn left onto North Cherry Street
8.9 mi · 13 min · North Cherry Street
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Continue on County Road 1550 East
2.8 mi · 4 min · County Road 1550 East
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Continue on 1150E
10.1 mi · 15 min · 1150E
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Continue on 15th Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · 15th Street
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Continue on 1200E
8.2 mi · 12 min · 1200E
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Continue on County Road 1400E
9.7 mi · 14 min · County Road 1400E
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Continue on IL 1
12.5 mi · 19 min · IL 1
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Turn right onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi · 8 min · East 150th Road
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Continue on West Broadway Street
1290 ft · 1 min · West Broadway Street
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Turn left onto North York Street
621 ft · 27 sec · North York Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North York Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buena Vista and York.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
United States Highway 45
Continue straight
45.1 mi · 01h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Buena Vista and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near York.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buena Vista to York?
The road trip is about 125 miles (201.1 km) and usually takes 02h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Keensburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.4 miles from Buena Vista and 62.5 miles from York.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 111.2 miles (179 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.63 one way or $33.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Buena Vista and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near York.
Stop Ideas Near Keensburg
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Keensburg.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buena Vista and York. Straight-line distance: 111.24 mi (179.02 km).
#1 Buena Vista
Township in Schuyler County, Illinois
| Population | 1,684 |
| Coordinates | 37.7383800, -88.5761600 |
| Altitude | 122 |
| Country | United States |
#2 York
Town in Clark County, Wisconsin, USA
| Population | 853 |
| Coordinates | 39.1714300, -87.6391900 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
End: North York Street (-87.63919, 39.17143)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 201 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $16.63 | $33.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.76 | $37.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.52 | $41.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.39 | $46.78 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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