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Trip from Brookside, IL to Bloomington, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 35m

Distance

118.8 mi

191 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 25m ★
6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m

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

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Downtown Brookside, IL, IL

Brookside, IL

Mike Tyurin

Trip Overview

This 118.8-mile drive from Brookside, IL to Bloomington, IL is a straightforward, single-day trip, taking about 2 hours and 35 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Midwest. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it efficient for travelers looking to reach their destination without much fuss. You'll spend most of your time on I-55, so expect a consistent pace. This journey is perfectly suited for a day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination.

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

59.4 miles from Brookside, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 51.7 mi 55m
IL 47 23.7 mi 27m
North Bridge Street 9.6 mi 15m
North Main Street 4.6 mi 7m
Illinois Route 47 3.3 mi 5m
I 55 Business 3.1 mi 5m
United States Route 30 2.8 mi 3m
Anderson Road 2.3 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 51.7 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Circle Drive

420 ft · 19 sec · Circle Drive
2

Turn left onto Brookside West Drive

0.3 mi · 1 min · Brookside West Drive
3

At end of road, turn right onto IL 64

1.3 mi · 2 min · IL 64
4

Turn left onto Anderson Road

2.3 mi · 3 min · Anderson Road
5

Turn right onto IL 38

0.8 mi · 1 min · Lincoln Highway
6

Turn left onto IL 47

4.6 mi · 7 min · North Main Street
7

Continue on IL 47

1.0 mi · 1 min · IL 47
8

Continue on IL 47

0.5 mi · 41 sec · IL 47
9

Continue on IL 47

0.9 mi · 1 min · Route 47
10

Continue on IL 47

3.3 mi · 5 min · Illinois Route 47
Use the left lane.
11

Continue on US 30; IL 47

2.8 mi · 3 min · United States Route 30
Use the left lane.
12

Continue on North Bridge Street

8.2 mi · 13 min · North Bridge Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
13

Continue on this road

10 mi · 16 min · this road
Use the straight lane.
14

Continue on North Bridge Street

1.3 mi · 1 min · North Bridge Street
15

Continue on IL 47

22 mi · 25 min · IL 47
16

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
17

Merge onto I 55

52 mi · 55 min · I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit onto I 55 Business

3.1 mi · 5 min · I 55 Business
Exit 167 Toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, Central Illinois Regional Airport Use the slight right lane.
19

Continue on I 55 Business

0.9 mi · 1 min · North Veterans Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
20

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 22 sec
Toward IL 9 West: Pekin Use the right lane.
21

Turn straight onto IL 9

1.6 mi · 3 min · East Empire Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
22

Turn left onto US 150

0.3 mi · 50 sec · North Clinton Street
Use the left lane.
23

Turn right onto East Mulberry Street

0.3 mi · 59 sec · East Mulberry Street
24

Turn left onto North Prairie Street

275 ft · 14 sec · North Prairie Street
25

Turn right onto East Douglas Street

504 ft · 23 sec · East Douglas Street
26

Turn right onto US 51 Business

0.1 mi · 15 sec · North East Street
27

Arrive at destination

US 51 Business

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 35 minutes, this trip is ideal for a day excursion, offering flexibility in your departure time. Plan for just one stop along the way, perhaps utilizing the services available on I-55 during the longest stretch. With a total distance of 118.8 miles, you can easily cover this in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before departing Brookside, as the $19 estimated cost covers the entire journey, ensuring you won't need to stop for gas multiple times.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.4 miles from Brookside, IL, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.7 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 26 miles or 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 59.4 miles or 1h 24m 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 5m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomington, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Brookside, 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 Brookside, IL

This is one driving day of about 118.8 miles and 2h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Brookside, 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 55 for about 51.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Morris, IL

59 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.

Popular next leg

Morris, IL to Bloomington, IL

75.1 mi · 1h 29m

Pacing Suggestions

Oswego, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Gardner, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 59.4 miles from Brookside, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Sherwood Oaks Waffle Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Morris, Illinois

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 42.4

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+18159410427

Visit website

Turtles Tap

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Morris, Illinois

0.3 mi

Letty Mae's Tea Room

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Illinois

1.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Brewed Awakenings

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Illinois

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 42.4

Hours: 5:30 am–3 pm

+18155135567

Visit website

Morris Bakery

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Illinois

1.2 mi

AppleJax Creations Coffee & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Morris, Illinois

1.2 mi

Sherwood Oaks Waffle Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+18159410427

Visit website

Turtles Tap

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18159423664

Visit website

Letty Mae's Tea Room

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 10:30 am–2 pm

+18154161370

Visit website

Saki Sushi

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+18155135229

Visit website

The Country Farmhouse

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+18155133253

Visit website

Clayton's Tap

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–1 pm

+18159423811

Visit website

ZENSHI Handcrafted Sushi

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+18159422374

Visit website

The Hideout Two

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+18152870521

Brewed Awakenings

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 5:30 am–3 pm

+18155135567

Visit website

Morris Bakery

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–5 pm

+18159421031

AppleJax Creations Coffee & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42.4

Morris, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+18157050010

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 118.8

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 118.8

Normal, Illinois

+13094549590

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 118.8

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13096641222

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 118.8

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–12 pm

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 118.8

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 118.8

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 118.8

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 118.8

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 60.1 and 117.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
60.1 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in

Take the exit toward I 55 South: Bloomington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
5
60.4 mi into trip | ~1h 25m in | I 55

Merge onto I 55

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
112.1 mi into trip | ~2h 21m in | I 55 Business

Take the exit onto I 55 Business toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, Central Illinois Regional Airport

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 167 Toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, C...
6
116.2 mi into trip | ~2h 28m in

Take the exit toward IL 9 West: Pekin

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward IL 9 West: Pekin
6
117.9 mi into trip | ~2h 32m in | US 150 / North Clinton Street

Turn left onto US 150 / North Clinton Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.57 one way

$37.15 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $20.39 $40.78
premium $4.89 $22.86 $45.72
diesel $5.61 $26.23 $52.46

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 35.6 0 $12.47 $5.70
Efficient EV 29.7 0 $10.40 $4.75
EV Truck/SUV 47.5 0 $16.63 $7.60

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 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 as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Brookside, IL

Afternoon in Brookside on Saturday

Local time

1:36 PM

CDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bloomington, IL

Afternoon in Bloomington on Saturday

Local time

1:36 PM

CDT

Current temp

52°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

7 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 35m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This route is heavily weighted towards highway driving, with 74% of the journey on interstates. You'll experience a significant stretch of 51.7 miles on I-55, offering a consistent and relatively fast pace for a good portion of the trip. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of IL-47 and North Bridge Street suggests a transition to more local roads as you approach your destination. Expect a generally smooth and predictable driving experience, with minimal complex navigation required.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.7 mi on I 55.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and IL 47. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 60.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 118.8 miles you will encounter 15 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 60.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 60.4 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 112.1 miles (I 55 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Brookside, IL to Bloomington, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Illinois Regional Airport along the way.

Illinois Regional Airport

112.1 mi in | ~2h 21m | via I 55 Business

About the Cities

Arriving in Bloomington, IL

Full guide →

Bloomington, pop. 77,000 (2010 census), is a city in the Midwestern state of Illinois in the United States of America, on the classic Route 66 highway across the country. With neighboring Normal, pop. 52,000 (2010 census), it forms a combined community of about 130,000 known locally as the Twin Cities. Illinois Wesleyan University is in Bloomington, and is not to be confused with Illinois State University in Normal.

Top landmarks

  • • David Davis Mansion — house museum in Bloomington, Illinois
  • • Bloomington Central Business District — historic and central business district in Bloomington, McLean County, Illinois,...
  • • George H. Miller House — Bloomington, Illinois, listed on the National Register of Historic Places

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 118.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 51.7 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bloomington, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 60.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 60.4 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 112.1 miles (I 55 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bloomington, IL before heading back.

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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