Origin
Algonquin, IL
Late night in Algonquin on Wednesday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Algonquin, IL to Bloomington, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 5m
Distance
136.8 mi
220 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 54m
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6 AM
3h 6m
8 AM
3h 29m
10 AM
3h 14m
12 PM
3h 12m
3 PM
3h 15m
5 PM
3h 28m
8 PM
2h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Algonquin, IL
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Trip Overview
This 136.8-mile drive from Algonquin, IL to Bloomington, IL is an easy one-day trip, taking about 3 hours and 5 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes I-55, with segments on IL-47 and Randall Road, offering a balanced driving experience. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, this is an affordable excursion within the Midwest region. You'll find this drive to be a straightforward journey, perfect for a quick getaway or an efficient transit between these two Illinois locations. Given its manageable length, it's ideal for a single-day adventure without the need for an overnight stay, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.4 miles from Algonquin, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this 136.8-mile route, with 57% of it being highway travel. The majority of your time will be spent on I-55, which accounts for the longest stretch of uninterrupted driving at 51.7 miles. While I-55 offers efficiency, you'll also encounter segments on IL-47 and Randall Road, introducing some local road character. This blend means you'll experience both the speed of interstate cruising and the more varied pace of county roads. The drive progresses from more suburban-influenced roads to the open stretches of central Illinois.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 26.2 miles in near CR 83 / Orchard Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 136.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 26.2 miles (CR 83 / Orchard Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 78.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 130.2 miles (I 55 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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26.2 mi into trip
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~45m in
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CR 83 / Orchard Road
Turn right onto CR 83 / Orchard Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
78.1 mi into trip
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~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Bloomington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
8
130.2 mi into trip
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~2h 51m in
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I 55 Business
Take the exit onto I 55 Business toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, Central Illinois Regional Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 167
Toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, C...
6
134.2 mi into trip
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~2h 58m in
Take the exit toward IL 9 West: Pekin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward IL 9 West: Pekin
6
135.9 mi into trip
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~3h 3m in
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US 150 / North Clinton Street
Turn left onto US 150 / North Clinton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 51.7 mi | 55m |
| IL 47 | 22.1 mi | 25m |
| Randall Road | 19 mi | 31m |
| Orchard Road | 11.2 mi | 18m |
| North Randall Road | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| Minkler Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Ashley Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| I 55 Business | 3.1 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 51.7 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algonquin, IL and Bloomington, IL.
1
Start on Washington Street
77 ft
·
6 sec
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Washington Street
2
Turn right onto South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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South Main Street
3
Turn left onto IL 31
193 ft
·
8 sec
·
Algonquin Bypass
4
Continue on IL 31
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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South Main Street
5
Turn right onto Edgewood Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Edgewood Road
6
Turn left onto Hanson Road
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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Hanson Road
7
Turn right onto North County Line Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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North County Line Road
8
Turn left onto CR 34
16 mi
·
26 min
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Randall Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto CR 34
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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North Randall Road
10
Continue on CR 34
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Randall Road
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on CR 34
3.3 mi
·
5 min
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North Randall Road
12
Turn right onto CR 83
11 mi
·
18 min
·
Orchard Road
Use the right lane.
13
Continue on Minkler Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Minkler Road
14
Enter roundabout onto Minkler Road
128 ft
·
3 sec
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Minkler Road
15
Continue on Minkler Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
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Minkler Road
16
At end of road, turn right onto IL 126
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
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East Schoolhouse Road
17
Turn left onto Ashley Road
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Ashley Road
18
Turn right onto Caton Farm Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Caton Farm Road
19
Turn left
7.2 mi
·
9 min
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on North Bridge Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bridge Street
21
Continue on IL 47
22 mi
·
25 min
·
IL 47
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
23
Merge onto I 55
52 mi
·
55 min
·
I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit onto I 55 Business
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 55 Business
Exit 167
Toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, Central Illinois Regional Airport
Use the slight right lane.
25
Continue on I 55 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Veterans Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Toward IL 9 West: Pekin
Use the right lane.
27
Turn straight onto IL 9
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Empire Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
28
Turn left onto US 150
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Clinton Street
Use the left lane.
29
Turn right onto East Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
East Mulberry Street
30
Turn left onto North Prairie Street
275 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Prairie Street
31
Turn right onto East Douglas Street
504 ft
·
23 sec
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East Douglas Street
32
Turn right onto US 51 Business
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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North East Street
33
Arrive at destination
US 51 Business
Trip Plan
For this approximately 3-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Algonquin to make the most of your day in Bloomington. Since it's a manageable 136.8 miles and only requires one planned stop, you have plenty of flexibility. The fuel cost is estimated at a low $21, so budget accordingly. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you transition from local roads like Randall Road onto I-55. The longest uninterrupted stretch is over 51 miles on I-55, so plan your breaks before or after this segment to stay comfortable.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.4 miles from Algonquin, IL, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.4 miles or 1h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomington, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Algonquin, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Algonquin, IL
This is one driving day of about 136.8 miles and 3h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Algonquin, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 51.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.4 mi from Algonquin, IL · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.4 miles from Algonquin, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bloomington, IL
The final approach into Bloomington, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bloomington, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.39 one way
$42.77 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.48 | $46.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.33 | $52.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.20 | $60.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41 | 0 | $14.36 | $6.57 |
| Efficient EV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.97 | $5.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.7 | 0 | $19.15 | $8.76 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Bloomington, IL
Late night in Bloomington on Wednesday
Local time
5:04 AM
CDT
Current temp
83°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 20 mph
34% chance
Live forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 14 at 4:05PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued April 14 at 2:35PM CDT until April 14 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
46°F
Aurora, IL
68 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 5m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Algonquin, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 136.8 miles and takes about 3h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, IL 47, Randall Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.4 miles from Algonquin, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.39 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 136.8 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 26.2 miles (CR 83 / Orchard Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 78.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 130.2 miles (I 55 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Algonquin, IL to Bloomington, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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