Origin
Altamont, IL
Late night in Altamont on Wednesday
Local time
12:14 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Altamont, IL to North Peoria, IL
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
3h 18m
Distance
163.2 mi
263 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 6m
★
6 AM
3h 18m
8 AM
3h 42m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 24m
3 PM
3h 28m
5 PM
3h 41m
8 PM
3h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Altamont, IL
Samuele Pellegrino
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Altamont, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 163.2 miles and takes about 3h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 155, I 55, I 70 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32 miles on I 155. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
81.6 miles from Altamont, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 18m highway drive covering 163.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 155 and I 55. The longest continuous stretch is about 32 miles on I 155.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 155 is the longest continuous segment at about 32 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 155 and I 55. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 163.2 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 20.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51 miles (IL 29 / West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 90.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
20.8 mi into trip
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~24m in
Take the exit toward US 51 (Kennedy Boulevard): Vandalia, Pana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 63
Toward US 51 (Kennedy Boulevard): Vandalia, Pan...
5
51 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
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IL 29 / West Washington Street
Turn left onto IL 29 / West Washington Street
Navigation decision point
5
90.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward I 55 North, I 72 East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, I 72 East
7
120.9 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
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I 155
Keep slight left at fork onto I 155 toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 127
Toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
5
152.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Altamont, IL and North Peoria, IL, road signs point toward Pana and Hartsburg.
Pana
20.8 mi in
|
~24m
Hartsburg
120.9 mi in
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~2h 28m
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via I 155
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 155 | 32 mi | 34m |
| I 55 | 30 mi | 32m |
| I 70 | 19.4 mi | 20m |
| West Springfield Road | 15.7 mi | 18m |
| South Superior Street | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| County Road 875 East | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| I 74 | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| IL 29 | 7.2 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 155
— 32 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Altamont, IL and North Peoria, IL.
1
Start on North Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on IL 128
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Farina Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I-70 West: St Louis
4
Merge onto I 70
19 mi
·
20 min
·
I 70
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 63
Toward US 51 (Kennedy Boulevard): Vandalia, Pana
6
Turn right onto US 51
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
North Kennedy Boulevard
7
Continue on US 51
11 mi
·
12 min
·
County Road 875 East
8
Continue on US 51
15 mi
·
17 min
·
South Superior Street
9
Continue on US 51
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 2400 East
10
Continue on US 51
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Fair Avenue
11
Continue on US 51
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Poplar Street
12
Turn left onto IL 16
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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West 2nd Street
13
Turn right onto South State Street
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
South State Street
14
Turn left onto IL 29
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
West Washington Street
15
Continue on IL 29
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
N 2000 East Road
16
Continue on IL 29
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 29
17
Continue on East Park Street
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
East Park Street
18
Turn right onto IL 29
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Webster Street
19
Continue on IL 29
16 mi
·
18 min
·
West Springfield Road
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on IL 29
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on IL 29
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
22
Continue on IL 29
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
23
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 55 North, I 72 East
24
Merge onto I 55; I 72; US 36
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 55; I 72; US 36
25
Keep slight left at fork onto I 155
32 mi
·
34 min
·
I 155
Exit 127
Toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
27
Merge onto I 74
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 74
28
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
30
Turn straight onto IL 40
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Knoxville Avenue
31
Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East McClure Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
East McClure Avenue
Trip Plan
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 81.6 miles from Altamont, IL, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32 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 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.6 miles or 1h 43m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Altamont, 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 Altamont, IL
This is one driving day of about 163.2 miles and 3h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Altamont, 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 155 for about 32 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.6 mi from Altamont, IL · 1h 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 81.6 miles from Altamont, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in North Peoria, IL
The final approach into North Peoria, 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 North Peoria, 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
$25.51 one way
$51.03 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.01 | $56.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.41 | $62.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.03 | $72.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49 | 0 | $17.14 | $7.83 |
| Efficient EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.28 | $6.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.3 | 0 | $22.85 | $10.44 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
North Peoria, IL
Late night in North Peoria on Wednesday
Local time
12:14 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 18m 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 Altamont, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 163.2 miles and takes about 3h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 155, I 55, I 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.6 miles from Altamont, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.51 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 14 significant decision points across 163.2 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 20.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51 miles (IL 29 / West Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 90.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Altamont, IL and North Peoria, IL, road signs point toward Pana and Hartsburg.
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