Origin
Clinton, IL
Evening in Clinton on Sunday
Local time
6:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton, IL to Peoria, IL
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
63.1 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
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6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Clinton to Peoria, Illinois, you are looking at a straightforward 63.1-mile drive through the heart of the Midwest. Expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 2 minutes under normal conditions. Because this is a short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting around $9 for fuel should comfortably cover your travel costs for this distance. This route is entirely local, making it a great option if you prefer to avoid the intensity of major interstates. It is an honest, practical trek that connects two central Illinois communities without unnecessary complexity.
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
31.5 miles from Clinton, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate via North Grant Street, West Woodlawn Street, and North Center Street to reach your destination. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on North Grant Street, you should be prepared for frequent turns and a constant need for active driving. The personality of this road is defined by its local character, requiring your full attention as you transition between these specific surface streets. It lacks the fast-paced, high-speed stretches of a typical interstate commute, offering a more hands-on experience behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Grant Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Clinton, IL to Peoria, IL is easy. At 1h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Clinton, IL to Peoria, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Grant Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Woodlawn Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Center Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 51 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 74 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| IL 29 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Spalding Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Grant Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on West Washington Street
108 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Washington Street
2
Turn left onto North Grant Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Grant Street
3
Continue on West Woodlawn Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Woodlawn Street
4
Turn left onto North Center Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Center Street
5
Take the ramp slight right toward US 51 North: Bloomington
19 mi
·
22 min
·
US 51 North: Bloomington
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West: Peoria
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 74 West: Peoria
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 74 West: Peoria
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
I 74 West: Peoria
9
Take the exit slight right toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
10
Continue on Spalding Avenue
453 ft
·
20 sec
·
Spalding Avenue
11
Turn left onto Northeast Jefferson Avenue
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your scheduling, allowing you to depart whenever it best suits your plans. With no mandatory stops required to complete the 63.1-mile distance, you can easily power through the hour-long trip in one go. Keep in mind that because this route relies entirely on local streets, you should account for potential traffic patterns or slower transit speeds compared to a highway route. Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you head out, as the $9 estimate is based on the direct mileage provided. My best advice is to map out your turns on North Grant, West Woodlawn, and North Center streets in advance, as the turn-heavy nature of the drive makes navigation the most important part of your preparation.
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 31.5 miles from Clinton, IL, or about 31m into the drive.
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 63.1 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.5 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clinton, 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 Clinton, IL
This is one driving day of about 63.1 miles and 1h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clinton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.5 mi from Clinton, IL · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 63.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.5 miles from Clinton, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Peoria, IL
The final approach into 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 Peoria, 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
$9.58 one way
$19.17 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.57 | $21.13 |
| premium | $4.80 | $11.91 | $23.82 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.02 | $28.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.63 | $3.03 |
| Efficient EV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.52 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.83 | $4.04 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Peoria, IL
Evening in Peoria on Sunday
Local time
6:41 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°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
1 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
1h 2m 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 Clinton, IL to Peoria, IL covers 63.1 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Grant Street, West Woodlawn Street, North Center Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.5 miles from Clinton, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.58 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.
The drive from Clinton, IL to Peoria, IL is easy. At 1h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Clinton, IL to Peoria, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Clinton, IL to Peoria, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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