Origin
Coal Valley, IL
Evening in Coal Valley on Friday
Local time
8:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Coal Valley, IL to North Peoria, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
81.6 mi
131 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Coal Valley, IL
Braeson Holland
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Coal Valley, IL to North Peoria, IL is 81.6 miles and takes about 1h 36m via Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, moving through the Midwest region. It's a straightforward trip, mostly on the highway, making it a convenient option if you're looking for a quick connection between these two points. You can expect a focused driving experience with minimal detours, ideal for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. The short duration means you won't need to worry about overnight stays.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.8 miles from Coal Valley, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 81.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is heavily highway-focused, with 83% of the drive on major expressways. You'll spend most of your time on the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 65.8 miles. This means you can settle in for a consistent pace for a good portion of the journey. While the primary roads are East 23rd Avenue and West McClure Avenue, they integrate smoothly into the expressway system, maintaining the dominant highway feel. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes direct travel over varied scenery.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 65.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and East 23rd Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 11 miles in near IL 81.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Coal Valley, IL to North Peoria, IL is easy. At 1h 36m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11 miles (IL 81): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (I 74; IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
11 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
IL 81
Turn left onto IL 81
Navigation decision point
4
13.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the ramp toward I 74 East: Galesburg
Navigation decision point
Toward I 74 East: Galesburg
3
13.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 74; IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Merge onto I 74; IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
79.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 31m in
Take the exit toward Gale Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Gale Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 65.8 mi | 1h 10m |
| East 23rd Avenue | 11 mi | 16m |
| West McClure Avenue | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| IL 81 | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Gale Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East McClure Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
— 65.8 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Coal Valley, IL and North Peoria, IL.
1
Start on US 150
11 mi
·
16 min
·
East 23rd Avenue
2
Turn left onto IL 81
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 81
3
Continue on IL 81
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Street
4
Continue on IL 81
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 81
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 74 East: Galesburg
6
Merge onto I 74; IL 110
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward Gale Avenue
8
Turn left onto North Gale Avenue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Gale Avenue
9
Turn left onto West McClure Avenue
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West McClure Avenue
10
Arrive at destination
East McClure Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 1h 36m duration, you have the flexibility to leave Coal Valley, IL at your convenience. A morning departure around 9 AM would put you in North Peoria, IL by late morning, leaving your afternoon open. The fuel cost is estimated at $13, so ensure your tank is sufficiently filled before you begin, as this is a relatively short drive with no specific stops recommended. Pay attention to the transition from the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway onto East 23rd Avenue and West McClure Avenue as you approach your destination; these main roads will guide you the final miles.
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 40.8 miles from Coal Valley, IL, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.8 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 18 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.8 miles or 49m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Coal Valley, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Coal Valley, IL
This is one driving day of about 81.6 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Coal Valley, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway for about 65.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.8 mi from Coal Valley, IL · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.8 miles from Coal Valley, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Chicago-Kansas City Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.8 miles.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.76 one way
$25.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.01 | $28.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.70 | $31.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.02 | $36.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.57 | $3.92 |
| Efficient EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $3.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.42 | $5.22 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
North Peoria, IL
Evening in North Peoria on Friday
Local time
8:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Elmwood, IL
41 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 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 36m 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 Coal Valley, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 81.6 miles and takes about 1h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, East 23rd Avenue, West McClure Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.8 miles from Coal Valley, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.76 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 Coal Valley, IL to North Peoria, IL is easy. At 1h 36m with 83% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 11 miles (IL 81): Navigation decision point; at 13.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (I 74; IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
The route from Coal Valley, IL to North Peoria, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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