How far is York, IL from Murphysboro, IL?
The driving distance from York, IL to Murphysboro, IL is about 188.2 miles (302.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133.7 miles (215.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 47m 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 03h 53m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between York and Murphysboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between York and Murphysboro.
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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 sharp right onto IL 1
3.3 mi · 5 min · IL 1
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Turn left onto East Angling Road
9 mi · 16 min · East Angling Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Angling Road
4.8 mi · 8 min · East Angling Road
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Continue on South York Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · South York Street
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Continue on North Cleone Road
1.5 km · 2 min · North Cleone Road
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Turn left
1910 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
43 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 57 South: Memphis
65.7 mi · 1 hr 11 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Ken Gray Expressway
32.7 mi · 35 min · Ken Gray Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Johnston City, Herrin
1506 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto Herrin Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Herrin Road
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Continue on East Herrin Street
3.1 mi · 5 min · East Herrin Street
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Continue on Herrin Road
3.5 mi · 5 min · Herrin Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Cambria Road
11 m · 1 sec · Cambria Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Cambria Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Cambria Road
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Turn left onto Russell Street
11.3 mi · 16 min · Russell Street
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Turn left onto North 2nd Street
1.4 km · 1 min · North 2nd Street
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Turn right onto Walnut Street
2911 ft · 1 min · Walnut Street
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Turn right onto North 11th Street
20 m · 3 sec · North 11th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 11th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between York and Murphysboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 57 South
Keep slight left to continue on I 57 South: Memphis
65.7 mi · 01h 11m
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.
Sunny leaving York and Sunny near Murphysboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from York to Murphysboro?
The road trip is about 188.2 miles (302.9 km) and usually takes 03h 53m 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?
Kinmundy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.1 miles from York and 94.1 miles from Murphysboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133.7 miles (215.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 54.5 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 9:12 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.04 one way or $50.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around York and Sunny near Murphysboro.
Stop Ideas Near Kinmundy
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 Kinmundy.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between York and Murphysboro. Straight-line distance: 133.66 mi (215.11 km).
#1 York
Town in Clark County, Wisconsin, USA
| Population | 853 |
| Coordinates | 39.1714300, -87.6391900 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Murphysboro
Town in Illinois
| Population | 7,384 |
| Coordinates | 37.7645000, -89.3350900 |
| Altitude | 128 |
| Country | United States |
End: Murphysboro (-89.33509, 37.7645)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 303 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 20m |
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 | $25.04 | $50.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $28.24 | $56.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.90 | $61.81 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $35.22 | $70.44 |
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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