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Trip from Clear Lake, IL to North Peoria, IL

Drive Time

1h 24m

Distance

73.2 mi

118 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 18m ★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 38m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 21m

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

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Downtown Clear Lake, IL, IL

Clear Lake, IL

Tommes Frites

Downtown North Peoria, IL, IL

North Peoria, IL

Tom Fisk

Trip Overview

The drive from Clear Lake, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 155, I 55, I 74 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32 miles on I 155. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.12 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

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

36.6 miles from Clear Lake, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 1h 24m highway drive covering 73.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 155 and I 55. The longest continuous stretch is about 32 miles on I 155.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 155 is the longest continuous segment at about 32 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

733 ft 560 ft

Total Climb

287 ft

Total Descent

130 ft

Highest Point

733 ft

~64.1 mi in

Elevation Range

173 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 155 and I 55. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South Dixon Street.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 73.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Dixon Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Old Route 36): Navigation decision point; at 30.9 miles (I 155): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | South Dixon Street

Turn right onto South Dixon Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Old Route 36

At end of road, turn left onto Old Route 36

Navigation decision point

7
30.9 mi into trip | ~35m in | I 155

Keep slight left at fork onto I 155 toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 127 Toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
5
62.9 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 West: Peoria

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 74 West: Peoria
5
64.8 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | I 74

Keep slight right at fork onto I 74 toward I 74 West: Peoria

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 74 West: Peoria

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Clear Lake, IL to North Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Hartsburg along the way.

Hartsburg

30.9 mi in | ~35m | via I 155

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 155 32 mi 34m
I 55 28.9 mi 31m
I 74 7.7 mi 9m
North Knoxville Avenue 1 mi 1m
Old Route 36 0.7 mi 1m
East McClure Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
I 72 0.3 mi <1m
South Dixon Street 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 155 — 32 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clear Lake, IL and North Peoria, IL.

1

Start on West Houston Street

491 ft · 18 sec · West Houston Street
2

Turn right onto South Dixon Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · South Dixon Street
3

At end of road, turn left onto Old Route 36

0.7 mi · 1 min · Old Route 36
4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 51 sec
5

Merge onto I 72; US 36

0.3 mi · 19 sec · I 72; US 36
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
7

Merge onto I 55

29 mi · 31 min · I 55
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 155

32 mi · 34 min · I 155
Exit 127 Toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
10

Merge onto I 74

1.0 mi · 1 min · I 74
11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 74

6.7 mi · 8 min · I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
13

Turn straight onto IL 40

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Knoxville Avenue
14

Turn right onto East McClure Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · East McClure Avenue
15

Arrive at destination

East McClure Avenue

Trip Plan

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 36.6 miles from Clear Lake, IL, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32 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 73.2 miles or 1h 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.6 miles or 41m 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 8m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Clear Lake, 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 Clear Lake, IL

This is one driving day of about 73.2 miles and 1h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clear Lake, 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 155 for about 32 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 36.6 mi from Clear Lake, IL · 41m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bloomington, IL

37 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

Peoria, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 73.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Peoria, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Clear Lake, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in North Peoria, IL

The final approach into North Peoria, 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 North Peoria, 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.

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

National Monument

In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 2.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.12 one way

$22.24 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $12.26 $24.51
premium $4.80 $13.82 $27.64
diesel $5.64 $16.26 $32.53

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$11

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$36–$61

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22 0 $7.69 $3.51
Efficient EV 18.3 0 $6.41 $2.93
EV Truck/SUV 29.3 0 $10.25 $4.68

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% 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 4 hours ago

Origin

Clear Lake, IL

Evening in Clear Lake on Sunday

Local time

6:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

80°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 23 mph 45% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:25PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:16PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Destination

North Peoria, IL

Evening in North Peoria on Sunday

Local time

6:42 PM

CDT

Current temp

79°F

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

SSW 20 mph 58% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:25PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 12:16PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Along the Route

53°F

Bloomington, IL

37 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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 24m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Clear Lake, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 155, I 55, I 74. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 miles from Clear Lake, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.12 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 is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 73.2 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South Dixon Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Old Route 36): Navigation decision point; at 30.9 miles (I 155): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Clear Lake, IL to North Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Hartsburg along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 560 ft to 733 ft elevation with about 287 ft of total climbing.

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