Origin
Bloomington, IL
Evening in Bloomington on Thursday
Local time
5:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomington, IL to Harris, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 23m
Distance
113.5 mi
183 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 14m
★
6 AM
2h 24m
8 AM
2h 43m
10 AM
2h 31m
12 PM
2h 29m
3 PM
2h 32m
5 PM
2h 43m
8 PM
2h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harris, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
This 113.5-mile drive from Bloomington, IL to Harris, IL is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 23 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, with a manageable fuel cost estimated at $18. The route primarily utilizes I-74 for a significant portion, making it a highway-focused experience. You'll be traveling within the Midwest region throughout your journey, so expect familiar prairie landscapes. This drive is designed for efficiency, getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.7 miles from Bloomington, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 113.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience on this route, with 69% of the drive taking place on interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 78.4 miles on I-74, indicating long periods of consistent speed. While I-74 forms the backbone, you'll also navigate Georgetown Road and North State Street, which will likely offer a change of pace and scenery as you transition off the main highway. This combination means you'll experience both the efficiency of interstate travel and the more local feel of surface roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 78.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
803 ft
632 ft
Total Climb
188 ft
Total Descent
309 ft
Highest Point
803 ft
~8.1 mi in
Elevation Range
171 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and Georgetown Road. You will hit about 8 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.
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 113.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 4 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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
|
~0m in
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US 51 Business / North Center Street
Turn left onto US 51 Business / North Center Street
Navigation decision point
5
4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 74
Merge onto I 74
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
82.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward US 150, IL 1
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150, IL 1
7
82.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 78.4 mi | 1h 25m |
| Georgetown Road | 27.5 mi | 41m |
| North State Street | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South Center Street | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East 1400th Road | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| North Madison Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 1575 E US 36 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 78.4 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IL and Harris, IL.
1
Start on US 51 Business
136 ft
·
5 sec
·
North East Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on US 51 Business
396 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn left onto West Chestnut Street
273 ft
·
19 sec
·
West Chestnut Street
4
Turn left onto US 51 Business
393 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Center Street
5
Continue on US 51 Business
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Madison Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Continue on US 51 Business
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Center Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Continue on US 51 Business
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 74 East: Champaign
9
Merge onto I 74
78 mi
·
1 hr 25 min
·
I 74
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
12
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Georgetown Road
13
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North State Street
14
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Georgetown Road
15
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
1575 E US 36
16
Continue on US 150; IL 1
7.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Georgetown Road
17
Turn right onto East 1400th Road
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East 1400th Road
18
Arrive at destination
East 1400th Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 23-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single day. Consider starting your journey in the morning to allow for flexibility should you decide to make an impromptu stop. With a fuel cost of around $18, you won't need to worry excessively about budgeting for gas. The longest stretch on I-74 is quite substantial, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained highway driving. Plan for at least one break, perhaps before or after the 78.4-mile segment on the interstate, to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
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 56.7 miles from Bloomington, IL, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.4 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 25 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.7 miles or 1h 6m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Harris, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bloomington, 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 Bloomington, IL
This is one driving day of about 113.5 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Bloomington, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 78.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.7 mi from Bloomington, IL · 1h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56.7 miles from Bloomington, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.4 miles.
Arriving in Harris, IL
The final approach into Harris, 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 Harris, 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
$17.74 one way
$35.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.48 | $38.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.84 | $43.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.06 | $50.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.1 | 0 | $11.92 | $5.45 |
| Efficient EV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.4 | 0 | $15.89 | $7.26 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Harris, IL
Evening in Harris on Thursday
Local time
5:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Sidney, IL
57 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
22 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 23m 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 Harris, IL covers 113.5 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, Georgetown Road, North State Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.7 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 $17.74 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 113.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 4 miles (I 74): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bloomington, IL to Harris, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 632 ft to 803 ft elevation with about 188 ft of total climbing.
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