How far is Newell, IL from Potomac, IL?
The driving distance from Newell, IL to Potomac, IL is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.1 miles (24.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 11m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Newell Township, Vermilion County, Illinois
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newell and Potomac.
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Start on East Winter Avenue
2.5 mi · 10 min · East Winter Avenue
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Turn right onto North Vermilion Street
9.8 mi · 15 min · North Vermilion Street
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Turn left onto US Route 136
7.3 mi · 11 min · US Route 136
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Continue on West Main Street
1606 ft · 34 sec · West Main Street
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Turn left onto South Vermilion Street
36 m · 5 sec · South Vermilion Street
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Turn right
8 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Newell and Potomac.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North Vermilion Street
Turn right onto North Vermilion Street
9.84 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Newell and Sunny near Potomac.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Newell to Potomac?
The road trip is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km) and usually takes 00h 35m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bismarck is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.9 miles from Newell and 10 miles from Potomac.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 15.1 miles (24.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:18 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.15 one way or $6.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Newell and Sunny near Potomac.
Stop Ideas Near Bismarck
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Newell and Potomac. Straight-line distance: 15.07 mi (24.25 km).
#1 Newell
Township in Vermilion County, Illinois
| Population | 12,736 |
| Coordinates | 40.1630900, -87.5836300 |
| Altitude | 201 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Potomac
Village in Vermilion County, Illinois
| Population | 681 |
| Coordinates | 40.3050400, -87.8005800 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: Potomac (-87.80058, 40.30504)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
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 | $4.50 | $3.15 | $6.29 |
| Mid-grade | $5.12 | $3.58 | $7.17 |
| Premium | $5.68 | $3.97 | $7.95 |
| Diesel | $6.52 | $4.56 | $9.13 |
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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