How far is York, IL from Carol Stream, IL?
The driving distance from York, IL to Carol Stream, IL is about 242.6 miles (390.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 191.2 miles (307.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 05h 25m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Areas Of Frost then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between York and Carol Stream.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York and Carol Stream.
-
1
Start on North York Street
621 ft · 29 sec · North York Street
-
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
1290 ft · 57 sec · West Broadway Street
-
3
Continue on East 150th Road
1.9 mi · 8 min · East 150th Road
-
4
Turn sharp right onto IL 1
30.7 mi · 46 min · IL 1
-
5
Turn left onto West Jasper Street
10.7 mi · 19 min · West Jasper Street
-
6
Continue on East 1200th Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · East 1200th Road
-
7
Continue on East 1220th Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · East 1220th Road
-
8
Continue on East 1225th Road
1.1 km · 1 min · East 1225th Road
-
9
Continue on East 1850th Road
1 mi · 2 min · East 1850th Road
-
10
Continue on Illinois Route 133
5.3 mi · 9 min · Illinois Route 133
-
11
Continue on E County Road 200 N
3.6 mi · 6 min · E County Road 200 N
-
12
Continue on Illinois Route 133
1 km · 1 min · Illinois Route 133
-
13
Continue on East County Road 200 North
1.5 mi · 3 min · East County Road 200 North
-
14
Continue on E County Road 200 N
1.6 mi · 3 min · E County Road 200 N
-
15
Continue on East County Road 200 North
1.2 mi · 2 min · East County Road 200 North
-
16
Continue on E County Road 200 N
3.6 mi · 6 min · E County Road 200 N
-
17
Continue on East County Road 200 North
1550 ft · 33 sec · East County Road 200 North
-
18
Take the ramp right toward I-57 North: Champaign
1506 ft · 37 sec
-
19
Merge slight left
114.5 mi · 2 hr 3 min
-
20
Take the exit slight right toward Bourbonnais Parkway
2050 ft · 42 sec
-
21
Turn left onto Bourbonnais Parkway
3273 ft · 1 min · Bourbonnais Parkway
-
22
Turn right
18.2 mi · 26 min
-
23
Turn left onto West Steger Road
1196 ft · 55 sec · West Steger Road
-
24
Turn right onto Wolf Road
2.3 mi · 4 min · Wolf Road
-
25
Turn left onto Lincoln Highway
3.8 mi · 6 min · Lincoln Highway
-
26
Continue on East Maple Street
1471 ft · 27 sec · East Maple Street
-
27
Continue on West Lincoln Highway
135 m · 10 sec · West Lincoln Highway
-
28
Turn right onto North Cedar Road
2.4 mi · 6 min · North Cedar Road
-
29
Turn left onto Maple Road
1060 ft · 18 sec · Maple Road
-
30
Take the ramp slight right toward I 355 Toll North: West Suburbs
3244 ft · 57 sec
-
31
Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Tollway
26.2 mi · 31 min · Veterans Memorial Tollway
-
32
Take the exit slight right toward IL 64: North Avenue
2249 ft · 55 sec
-
33
Keep slight left to continue on IL 64: Glendale Heights, Carol Stream
103 m · 10 sec
-
34
Turn left onto North Avenue
5.4 mi · 10 min · North Avenue
-
35
Turn right onto Kuhn Road
2294 ft · 59 sec · Kuhn Road
-
36
Turn right onto Thunderbird Trail
62 m · 11 sec · Thunderbird Trail
-
37
Turn right onto Aztec Drive
49 m · 8 sec · Aztec Drive
-
38
Turn left onto West Thunderbird Trail
1243 ft · 55 sec · West Thunderbird Trail
-
39
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Thunderbird Trail
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between York and Carol Stream.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I-57 North
Merge slight left
114 mi · 02h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving York and Areas Of Frost then Partly Sunny near Carol Stream.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from York to Carol Stream?
The road trip is about 242.6 miles (390.5 km) and usually takes 05h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ludlow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 121.4 miles from York and 121.3 miles from Carol Stream.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 191.2 miles (307.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 51.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:08 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.28 one way or $64.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 76.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around York and Areas Of Frost then Partly Sunny near Carol Stream.
Stop Ideas Near Ludlow
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 Ludlow.
Rantoul
Illinois Terminal
Gilman
Danville, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between York and Carol Stream. Straight-line distance: 191.17 mi (307.66 km).
#1 York
Town in Clark County, Wisconsin, USA
| Population | 853 |
| Coordinates | 39.1714300, -87.6391900 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carol Stream
Town
| Population | 38,821 |
| Coordinates | 41.9125300, -88.1347900 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carol Stream (-88.13479, 41.91253)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 391 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $32.28 | $64.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $36.41 | $72.81 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $39.84 | $79.68 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $45.40 | $90.80 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Illinois · May 02, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.