The drive from Cicero, IL to Truro, IL covers 166.4 miles and takes about 3h 37m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 80, Adlai Stevenson Expressway, Tenney Street for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 80.8 miles on I 80.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.01 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
83.2 miles from Cicero, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 39m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 37m. Total distance: 166.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
This is a 3h 37m highway drive covering 166.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 80 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 80.8 miles on I 80.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 80 is the longest continuous segment at about 80.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near West 31st Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (West 31st Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|West 31st Street
Turn right onto West 31st Street
Navigation decision point
5
3.4 mi into trip|~6m in|I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge onto I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
37.7 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit toward I 80 West: Iowa
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 250B
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
5
38.6 mi into trip|~51m in|I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
119.3 mi into trip|~2h 18m in
Take the exit toward IL 40: Sterling, Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward IL 40: Sterling, 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 Cicero, IL to Truro, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
Peoria
119.3 mi in|~2h 18m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 80
80.8 mi
1h 26m
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
34.4 mi
44m
Tenney Street
10.6 mi
16m
Knox Highway 28
5.9 mi
14m
965 North Avenue
5.9 mi
8m
IL 180
5 mi
8m
525 E Street
3.7 mi
5m
IL 17
3.5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 80.8 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cicero, IL and Truro, IL.
1
Start on South Laramie Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·South Laramie Avenue
2
Turn right onto West 31st Street
0.5 mi·1 min·West 31st Street
3
Turn left onto South Central Avenue
1.7 mi·3 min·South Central Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 55 South
5
Merge onto I 55
34 mi·44 min·Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 250BToward I 80 West: IowaUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 80
81 mi·1 hr 26 min·I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Toward IL 40: Sterling, Peoria
9
Turn right onto IL 40
0.1 mi·10 sec·900 East Street
10
Continue on IL 40
1.6 mi·2 min·IL 40
11
Turn right
123 ft·4 sec
12
Turn right onto US 6; US 34
2.5 mi·3 min·County Road 1500 N
13
Continue on US 6; US 34
0.3 mi·29 sec·North Mason Street
14
Continue on US 6; US 34
1.0 mi·1 min·East Railroad Street
15
Turn left onto US 34
1.6 mi·2 min·550 East Street
16
Continue on US 34
0.8 mi·1 min·525 East Street
17
Continue on US 34
3.7 mi·5 min·525 E Street
18
Continue on US 34
5.9 mi·8 min·965 North Avenue
19
Continue on US 34
1.3 mi·1 min·US 34
20
Continue on US 34
216 ft·3 sec·North East Street
21
Continue on US 34
0.5 mi·49 sec·East 2nd Street
22
Turn left onto US 34; IL 78
0.7 mi·1 min·North Main Street
23
Continue on US 34; IL 78
11 mi·16 min·Tenney Street
24
Turn left onto IL 17
0.5 mi·45 sec·South Center Avenue
25
Continue on IL 17
3.5 mi·5 min·IL 17
26
Turn straight onto IL 180
5.0 mi·8 min·IL 180
27
Turn right onto IL 167
1.0 mi·1 min·IL 167
28
Turn left onto Knox Highway 28
5.9 mi·14 min·Knox Highway 28
29
Arrive at destination
Knox Highway 28
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 83.2 miles from Cicero, IL, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80.8 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 37 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.2 miles or 1h 39m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Truro, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cicero, 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 Cicero, IL
This is one driving day of about 166.4 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Cicero, 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 80 for about 80.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.2 mi from Cicero, IL
· 1h 39m into the drive
The midpoint is around 83.2 miles from Cicero, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 80 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80.8 miles.
Arriving in Truro, IL
The final approach into Truro, 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 Truro, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
13 mi from route
~32 min detour
Free
near mile 5.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.01 one way
$52.03 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.56
$57.13
premium
$4.89
$32.02
$64.04
diesel
$5.61
$36.74
$73.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.9
0
$17.47
$7.99
Efficient EV
41.6
0
$14.56
$6.66
EV Truck/SUV
66.6
0
$23.30
$10.65
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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 15, 2026
Origin
Cicero, IL
Late night
in Cicero on Friday
Local time
4:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Truro, IL
Late night
in Truro on Friday
Local time
4:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Peru, IL
83 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
3h 37m 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 Cicero, IL to Truro, IL covers 166.4 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 80, Adlai Stevenson Expressway, Tenney 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 83.2 miles from Cicero, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.01 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.
This is a straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (West 31st Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Cicero, IL to Truro, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from
OSRM
over
OpenStreetMap.
Fuel cost uses
EIA
weekly regional averages.
National park proximity is from the
NPS API.
Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our
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