How far is Potomac, IL from Newell, IL?
The driving distance from Potomac, IL to Newell, IL is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 15.1 miles (24.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 04m 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.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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 Potomac and Newell.
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Start on the route
8 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto South Vermilion Street
36 m · 6 sec · South Vermilion Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1802 ft · 30 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on US Route 136
7.2 mi · 11 min · US Route 136
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Turn slight right
9.8 mi · 15 min
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Turn left onto East Winter Avenue
2.5 mi · 10 min · East Winter Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Winter Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Potomac and Newell.
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.
Longest stretch
Turn slight right
9.85 mi · 00h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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 Potomac and Sunny near Newell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Potomac to Newell?
The road trip is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km) and usually takes 00h 32m 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 Potomac and 10 miles from Newell.
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 7:26 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 Potomac and Sunny near Newell.
Stop Ideas Near Bismarck
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 Bismarck.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Potomac and Newell. Straight-line distance: 15.07 mi (24.25 km).
#1 Potomac
Village in Vermilion County, Illinois
| Population | 681 |
| Coordinates | 40.3050400, -87.8005800 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newell
Township in Vermilion County, Illinois
| Population | 12,736 |
| Coordinates | 40.1630900, -87.5836300 |
| Altitude | 201 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Winter Avenue (-87.583794, 40.161393)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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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