How far is York, IL from Metropolis, IL?
The driving distance from York, IL to Metropolis, IL is about 170.2 miles (273.9 km), with a travel time of about 04h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 151.7 miles (244.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 13m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between York and Metropolis.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York and Metropolis.
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Start on North York Street
621 ft · 29 sec · North York Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Broadway Street
1290 ft · 57 sec · West Broadway Street
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Continue on East 150th Road
1.9 mi · 8 min · East 150th Road
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Turn left onto IL 1
12.5 mi · 19 min · IL 1
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Continue on County Road 1400E
9.7 mi · 14 min · County Road 1400E
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Continue on 1200E
8.2 mi · 12 min · 1200E
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Continue on 15th Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · 15th Street
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Continue on 1150E
10.1 mi · 15 min · 1150E
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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 North State Street
8.9 mi · 13 min · North State Street
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Turn right onto East 9th Street
1979 ft · 39 sec · East 9th Street
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Turn left onto North Walnut Street
2981 ft · 52 sec · North Walnut Street
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Turn right onto West 3rd Street
3.9 mi · 6 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn straight
41.2 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Continue straight
21.3 mi · 28 min
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Turn left onto Highway 145
43.5 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Highway 145
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Turn right onto United States Route 45
2.1 mi · 4 min · United States Route 45
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Turn right onto East 12th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · East 12th Street
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Turn left onto Ferry Street
2746 ft · 1 min · Ferry Street
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Turn right onto West 5th Street
14 m · 1 sec · West 5th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 5th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between York and Metropolis.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Highway 145
Turn left onto Highway 145
43.5 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving York and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Metropolis.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from York to Metropolis?
The road trip is about 170.2 miles (273.9 km) and usually takes 04h 13m 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?
Crossville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 85.1 miles from York and 85.1 miles from Metropolis.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 151.7 miles (244.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 8:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.63 one way or $45.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around York and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Metropolis.
Stop Ideas Near Crossville
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 York and Metropolis. Straight-line distance: 151.68 mi (244.11 km).
#1 York
Town in Clark County, Wisconsin, USA
| Population | 853 |
| Coordinates | 39.1714300, -87.6391900 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Metropolis
Very large and significant city or urban area usually with millions of inhabitants
| Population | 5,885 |
| Coordinates | 37.1511700, -88.7320000 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: Metropolis (-88.732, 37.15117)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 274 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 07m |
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 | $22.63 | $45.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.52 | $51.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.92 | $55.85 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.82 | $63.65 |
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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