Origin
Amboy, IL
Evening in Amboy on Friday
Local time
6:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Amboy, IL to North Peoria, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h
Distance
80 mi
129 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Amboy, IL
Stéphane Tendon
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Amboy, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 80 miles and takes about 2h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on IL 29, US 34, North Galena Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.6 miles on IL 29. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.51 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.
Midpoint
40 miles from Amboy, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 80 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Amboy, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 80 miles and takes about 2h, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 52 / South Mason Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (Lamoille Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 52 / South Mason Avenue
Turn left onto US 52 / South Mason Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
3.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
Lamoille Road
Turn right onto Lamoille Road
Navigation decision point
4
23.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
CH 27 / County Road 27
Turn left onto CH 27 / County Road 27
Navigation decision point
5
35.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Peoria
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Amboy, IL to North Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
Peoria
35.2 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 29 | 32.6 mi | 38m |
| US 34 | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| North Galena Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| I 180 | 6.6 mi | 7m |
| La Moille Road | 5.7 mi | 13m |
| 2400 East Street | 4 mi | 9m |
| 3000 East Street | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| S Mason Avenue | 2.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
IL 29
— 32.6 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amboy, IL and North Peoria, IL.
1
Start on this road
15 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
190 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Main Street
3
Turn left onto US 52
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
South Mason Avenue
4
Continue on US 52
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
S Mason Avenue
5
Turn right onto Lamoille Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Lamoille Road
6
Continue on La Moille Road
5.7 mi
·
13 min
·
La Moille Road
7
Continue on CH 11
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
3000 East Street
8
Continue on US 34
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
9
Turn right onto US 34
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
US 34
10
Turn left onto CH 27
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
County Road 27
11
Continue on CH 27
4.0 mi
·
9 min
·
2400 East Street
12
Turn left onto US 6
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
County Road 1550 N
13
Continue on US 6
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
1550 North Avenue
14
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
15
Merge onto I 180
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 180
16
Keep slight right at fork
2.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward Peoria
17
Continue on IL 29
33 mi
·
38 min
·
IL 29
18
Continue on IL 29
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Galena Road
19
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward 150: War Memorial Drive
20
Merge onto US 150
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East War Memorial Drive
21
Turn left onto North Prospect Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Prospect Road
22
Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
East McClure Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
East McClure Avenue
Trip Plan
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40 miles from Amboy, IL, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.6 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 18 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40 miles or 1h 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Amboy, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Amboy, IL
This is one driving day of about 80 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Amboy, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IL 29 for about 32.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40 mi from Amboy, IL · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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
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
$12.51 one way
$25.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.73 | $27.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.40 | $30.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.66 | $35.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24 | 0 | $8.40 | $3.84 |
| Efficient EV | 20 | 0 | $7.00 | $3.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32 | 0 | $11.20 | $5.12 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Evening in North Peoria on Friday
Local time
6:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Chillicothe, IL
40 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
4 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 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 Amboy, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 80 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 29, US 34, North Galena Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40 miles from Amboy, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.51 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 52 / South Mason Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (Lamoille Road): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Amboy, IL to North Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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