Origin
Bloomington, IL
Evening in Bloomington on Tuesday
Local time
7:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IL to Bartonville, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
50m
Distance
42.7 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
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6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bartonville, IL
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Trip Overview
This 42.7-mile drive from Bloomington, IL to Bartonville, IL is a straightforward trip across the Midwest, entirely within Illinois. You can expect to cover this distance in about 50 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route is heavily focused on highways, with 93% of the journey on interstates like I-74, I-474, and I-55. With a budget-friendly fuel cost estimated at $7, this drive is efficient and requires no overnight stays. It's a practical option for getting between these two Illinois locations with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
21.3 miles from Bloomington, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 50-minute journey. With 93% of the drive on interstates, you'll be covering ground quickly. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.4 miles on I-74, offering a consistent pace. This route prioritizes efficiency over scenic detours, so settle in for a smooth, albeit non-descript, drive as you navigate between Bloomington and Bartonville.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and I 474. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Chestnut Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 42.7 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.1 miles (West Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 51 Business / North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (West Market Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Chestnut Street
Turn left onto West Chestnut Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 51 Business / North Center Street
Turn left onto US 51 Business / North Center Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Market Street
Turn right onto West Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
33.5 mi into trip
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~39m in
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I 474
Keep slight left at fork onto I 474 toward I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 99
Toward I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island
5
41.4 mi into trip
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~48m in
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US 24
Take the exit onto US 24 toward US 24 West: Bartonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 6A
Toward US 24 West: Bartonville
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 Bloomington, IL to Bartonville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.
Rock Island
33.5 mi in
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~39m
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via I 474
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 28.4 mi | 30m |
| I 474 | 7.9 mi | 8m |
| I 55 | 2.7 mi | 2m |
| West Market Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| US 24 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South Adams Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Madison Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 28.4 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IL and Bartonville, IL.
1
Start on US 51 Business
136 ft
·
5 sec
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North East Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on US 51 Business
396 ft
·
16 sec
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North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto West Chestnut Street
273 ft
·
19 sec
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West Chestnut Street
4
Turn left onto US 51 Business
393 ft
·
13 sec
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North Center Street
5
Continue on US 51 Business
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Madison Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Turn right onto West Market Street
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
West Market Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 55 North, US 51 North, I 74 West: Joliet, Rockford, Peoria
8
Merge onto I 55; I 74; US 51
2.7 mi
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2 min
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I 55; I 74; US 51
9
Take the exit onto I 74
28 mi
·
30 min
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I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 474
7.9 mi
·
8 min
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I 474
Exit 99
Toward I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island
11
Take the exit onto US 24
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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US 24
Exit 6A
Toward US 24 West: Bartonville
12
Turn right onto South Adams Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
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South Adams Street
13
Continue on South Adams Street
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
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South Adams Street
14
Arrive at destination
South Adams Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just 50 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart whenever is most convenient for you, and there's no need to plan for extensive stops. The 42.7-mile route is primarily on interstates, so keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is a good idea, though the estimated fuel cost of $7 suggests it won't be a major expense. Since there are no designated stops in the data, consider a brief pause at a rest area along I-74 or I-474 if needed during your 28.4-mile stretch on I-74.
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 21.3 miles from Bloomington, IL, or about 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.4 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 42.7 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 21.3 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bartonville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bloomington, 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 Bloomington, IL
This is one driving day of about 42.7 miles and 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bloomington, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 28.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.3 mi from Bloomington, IL · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.3 miles from Bloomington, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bartonville, IL
The final approach into Bartonville, 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 Bartonville, 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
$6.68 one way
$13.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.33 | $14.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.22 | $16.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.43 | $18.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.98 | $2.73 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Bartonville, IL
Evening in Bartonville on Tuesday
Local time
7:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
55°F
Peoria, IL
21 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
1 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
50m 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 Bloomington, IL to Bartonville, IL covers 42.7 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, I 474, I 55. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.3 miles from Bloomington, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.68 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 42.7 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.1 miles (West Chestnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (US 51 Business / North Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (West Market Street): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bloomington, IL to Bartonville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.
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