Trip from Bloomington, IL to Lawrenceville, IL

Data updated 3 hours ago

Drive Time

3h 55m

Distance

181.5 mi

292 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 42m ★

6 AM

3h 55m

8 AM

4h 21m

10 AM

4h 4m

12 PM

4h 2m

3 PM

4h 5m

5 PM

4h 20m

8 PM

3h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Bloomington, IL to Lawrenceville, IL covers 181.5 miles and takes about 3h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 57, I 74, US 50 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.2 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.38 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

90.8 miles from Bloomington, 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 55m highway drive covering 181.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and I 74. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.2 miles on I 57.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 74. You will hit about 16 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 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 181.5 miles you will encounter 16 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 46.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Chestnut Street

Turn left onto West Chestnut Street

Navigation decision point

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 51 Business / North Center Street

Turn left onto US 51 Business / North Center Street

Navigation decision point

46.8 mi into trip | ~55m in

Take the exit toward I 57: Chicago, Memphis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 179 Toward I 57: Chicago, Memphis

47.1 mi into trip | ~56m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 57 South: Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 179 Toward I 57 South: Memphis

94.9 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in

Take the exit toward IL 16 East: Charleston

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 190A Toward IL 16 East: Charleston

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 Lawrenceville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.

Memphis

46.8 mi in | ~55m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 57	47.2 mi	50m
I 74	42.8 mi	45m
US 50	18.7 mi	25m
North 1250th Street	13.3 mi	19m
South Van Buren Street	11 mi	15m
Route 130	10 mi	14m
County Road 1100 East	6.7 mi	9m
Illinois Route 16	6 mi	8m

Longest stretch: I 57 — 47.2 mi, about 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bloomington, IL and Lawrenceville, IL.

Start on US 51 Business

136 ft · 5 sec · North East Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 51 Business

396 ft · 16 sec · North Main Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto West Chestnut Street

273 ft · 19 sec · West Chestnut Street

Turn left onto US 51 Business

393 ft · 13 sec · North Center Street

Continue on US 51 Business

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Madison Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Continue on US 51 Business

1.1 mi · 2 min · South Center Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on US 51 Business

1.8 mi · 3 min · South Main Street

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min

Toward I 74 East: Champaign

Merge onto I 74

43 mi · 45 min · I 74

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 35 sec

Exit 179 Toward I 57: Chicago, Memphis

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 50 sec

Exit 179 Toward I 57 South: Memphis

Merge onto I 57

47 mi · 50 min · I 57

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec

Exit 190A Toward IL 16 East: Charleston

Turn straight onto IL 16

0.7 mi · 1 min · Charleston Avenue East

Continue on IL 16

6.0 mi · 8 min · Illinois Route 16

Continue on IL 16

1.8 mi · 2 min · West Lincoln Avenue

Turn right onto IL 130

1.6 mi · 2 min · 18th Street

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · Illinois Route 130

Continue on IL 130

10.0 mi · 14 min · Route 130

Continue on IL 130

2.0 mi · 2 min · County Road 1825 East

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · County Road 1775 E

Continue on IL 130

0.4 mi · 32 sec · North Haughton Highway

Continue on IL 130

1.3 mi · 1 min · 1700E

Continue on IL 130

4.0 mi · 5 min · North Haughton Highway

Continue on IL 130

2.1 mi · 3 min · County Road 1700E

Continue on IL 130

13 mi · 19 min · North 1250th Street

Turn left onto IL 130

11 mi · 15 min · South Van Buren Street

Continue on IL 130

6.7 mi · 9 min · County Road 1100 East

Continue on IL 130

1.3 mi · 2 min · North West Street

Turn left onto West Butler Street

1.3 mi · 3 min · West Butler Street

Turn right onto North Lincoln Avenue

481 ft · 16 sec · North Lincoln Avenue

Turn left onto East Main Street

1.1 mi · 2 min · East Main Street

Turn left onto US 50; IL 250

19 mi · 25 min · US 50; IL 250

Take the exit onto US 50 Business

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 50 Business

Continue on US 50 Business

0.7 mi · 1 min · State Street

Arrive at destination

US 50 Business

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 90.8 miles from Bloomington, IL, or about 1h 43m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.2 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 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 90.8 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 3h 6m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrenceville, 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 181.5 miles and 3h 55m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 47.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 90.8 mi from Bloomington, IL · 1h 43m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Champaign, IL

91 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

Champaign, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Champaign, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 90.8 miles from Bloomington, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Lawrenceville, IL

The final approach into Lawrenceville, 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 Lawrenceville, 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

$28.38 one way

$56.75 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 64 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$31.16	$62.31
premium	$4.89	$34.93	$69.86
diesel	$5.61	$40.07	$80.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 63.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	54.4	$19.06	$8.71
Efficient EV	45.4	$15.88	$7.26
EV Truck/SUV	72.6	$25.41	$11.62

Gas CO2

64 kg

EV CO2

21 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 data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Bloomington, IL

Night in Bloomington on Tuesday

Local time

10:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Lawrenceville, IL

Night in Lawrenceville on Tuesday

Local time

10:16 PM

CDT

Current temp

78°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

25 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

3h 55m 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 Lawrenceville, IL covers 181.5 miles and takes about 3h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 57, I 74, US 50. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 90.8 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 $28.38 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.

On the drive from Bloomington, IL to Lawrenceville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Memphis along the way.

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