Benton, IL Road Trips

With 4 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Benton, IL works well as a modest departure point in the Midwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 60-mile quick runs to 313-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Benton, IL head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

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Trip Routes

7

Longest Drive

313.1 mi

Niles, IL

Quickest Drive

1h 32m

Bremen, IL

Plan Around Benton, IL

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Benton, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Bloomington, IL to Benton, IL 189.8 mi · 3h 53m Bremen, IL to Benton, IL 60 mi · 1h 32m

Continue From Benton, IL

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Benton, IL to Niles, IL 313.1 mi · 5h 51m Benton, IL to Markham, IL 277.5 mi · 5h 2m Benton, IL to North Peoria, IL 221.4 mi · 4h 22m Benton, IL to Bloomington, IL 189.9 mi · 3h 52m

Trips from Benton, IL

Benton, IL to Niles, IL

313.1 mi 5h 51m

Benton, IL to Markham, IL

277.5 mi 5h 2m

Benton, IL to North Peoria, IL

221.4 mi 4h 22m

Benton, IL to Bloomington, IL

189.9 mi 3h 52m

Benton, IL to Bremen, IL

59.9 mi 1h 32m

Driving from Benton, IL

The typical drive from Benton, IL covers about 218 miles and takes around 4h 12m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 313 miles (5h 51m), while the shortest is just 60 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Benton, IL most often head toward Niles, IL (313.1 mi, 5h 51m), Markham, IL (277.5 mi, 5h 2m), North Peoria, IL (221.4 mi, 4h 22m), and Bremen, IL (59.9 mi, 1h 32m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in IL currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 218-mile trip from Benton, IL, budget about $32 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 4 mapped routes leaving Benton, IL and 1 routes heading into Benton, IL, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 60 to 313 miles.

The longest mapped route from Benton, IL covers 313 miles and takes approximately 5h 51m. Shorter options start at just 60 miles.

The average route from Benton, IL runs about 218 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 12m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 218-mile trip from Benton, IL costs roughly $32 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Benton, IL include Niles, IL, Markham, IL, North Peoria, IL and Bremen, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Short Drives from Benton, IL

Bremen, IL 59.9 mi

Longer Road Trips from Benton, IL

Niles, IL 5h 51m Markham, IL 5h 2m

Trips to Benton, IL

Bloomington, IL to Benton, IL

189.8 mi 3h 53m

Bremen, IL to Benton, IL

60 mi 1h 32m

Nearby Hubs

Other cities within driving distance of Benton, IL that also have route pages.

Bremen, IL 59.9 mi · 1h 32m Bloomington, IL 189.9 mi · 3h 52m North Peoria, IL 221.4 mi · 4h 22m