This 154.4-mile drive from Alsip, IL to Peoria, IL is easily manageable as a single-day trip, typically taking around 2 hours and 56 minutes. You'll be spending 95% of your time on major highways, making it a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $24, this route is budget-friendly for a quick excursion. The drive is primarily focused on interstate travel, offering a direct and efficient connection between these two Illinois cities. It's a solid option if you're looking for a no-fuss trip without the need for an overnight stay.
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
77.2 miles from Alsip, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 31m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 154.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 154.4-mile trip, with 95% of it spent on interstates like I-55, I-80, and I-74. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 86.6 miles on I-55, so be prepared for sustained highway speeds. This profile suggests a consistent driving experience, largely free from complex intersections or slower local roads. It's the kind of drive where you can settle in and make good time, with minimal distractions from local traffic or varied terrain.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 86.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 50 / Cicero Avenue.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 154.4 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: near the start (IL 50 / Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|IL 50 / Cicero Avenue
Turn left onto IL 50 / Cicero Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
7.3 mi into trip|~12m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Iowa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 345B
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
5
7.8 mi into trip|~12m in|I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
33 mi into trip|~43m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 126A
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
6
120 mi into trip|~2h 18m in
Take the exit toward I 74 West: Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
86.6 mi
1h 33m
I 74
33.4 mi
36m
I 80
25.3 mi
30m
Cicero Avenue
5.6 mi
8m
I 57
1 mi
1m
IL 29
0.2 mi
<1m
167th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 86.6 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alsip, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on West 123rd Street
59 ft·9 sec·West 123rd Street
2
Turn left onto IL 50
5.6 mi·8 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·167th Street
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
5
Merge onto I 57
1.0 mi·1 min·I 57
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi·45 sec
Exit 345BToward I 80 West: IowaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 80
25 mi·30 min·I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Exit 126AToward I 55 South: Saint Louis
9
Merge onto I 55
87 mi·1 hr 33 min·I 55
Use the right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·49 sec
Toward I 74 West: PeoriaUse the slight right lane.
11
Continue on I 74
27 mi·29 min·I 74
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.0 mi·7 min·I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
13
Take the exit onto IL 29
0.2 mi·23 sec·IL 29
Toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
14
Continue on Spalding Avenue
452 ft·20 sec·Spalding Avenue
15
Turn left onto IL 29
0.2 mi·16 sec·Northeast Jefferson Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 2 hour and 56 minute drive, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best, though an early start can help you beat any potential midday traffic. With only one stop recommended, you can choose a convenient point along the way or push through to Peoria. Keep an eye on your fuel; the longest stretch without a major exit is 86.6 miles on I-55, so ensuring you have enough before embarking on that segment is wise. The $24 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always check current prices. Given the highway-focused nature, planning for a single fuel and rest stop should be sufficient.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77.2 miles from Alsip, IL, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.6 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 34 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.2 miles or 1h 31m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Alsip, 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 Alsip, IL
This is one driving day of about 154.4 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Alsip, 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 86.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.2 mi from Alsip, IL
· 1h 31m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.14 one way
$48.28 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$26.50
$53.01
premium
$4.89
$29.71
$59.43
diesel
$5.61
$34.09
$68.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.3
0
$16.21
$7.41
Efficient EV
38.6
0
$13.51
$6.18
EV Truck/SUV
61.8
0
$21.62
$9.88
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Alsip, IL
Late night
in Alsip on Saturday
Local time
12:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Peoria, IL
Late night
in Peoria on Saturday
Local time
12:45 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
2h 56m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Alsip, IL to Peoria, IL covers 154.4 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 74, I 80. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.2 miles from Alsip, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 12 significant decision points across 154.4 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: near the start (IL 50 / Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Alsip, IL to Peoria, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
