Collinsville, IL to Peoria, IL is 155.3 miles and takes about 2h 52m via I-55 and I-74, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, specifically Illinois, making it a straightforward trip. Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of your journey. Given its relatively short duration and manageable distance, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. It's a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without extensive detours.
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
77.7 miles from Collinsville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 26m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 52m. Total distance: 155.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is predominantly a highway drive, with 97% of the journey on interstates. You'll spend most of your time on I-55, I-155, and I-74. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 111.7 miles on I-55, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While it's a highway-focused profile, the transitions between these major roads are generally smooth. Think of it as an efficient way to cover ground, rather than a winding scenic tour.
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 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 111.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 155. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Grove Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
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 155.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (East Grove Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (IL 159 / South Morrison Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Grove Avenue
Turn right onto East Grove Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|IL 159 / South Morrison Avenue
Turn right onto IL 159 / South Morrison Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
7.2 mi into trip|~10m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
7
115 mi into trip|~2h 6m 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
147 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 West: 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 Collinsville, IL to Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Hartsburg along the way.
Hartsburg
115 mi in|~2h 6m|via I 155
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
111.7 mi
2h
I 155
32 mi
34m
I 74
7 mi
8m
Vandalia Street
2.8 mi
4m
IL 29
0.2 mi
<1m
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
South Morrison Avenue
0.1 mi
<1m
Spalding Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 111.7 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Collinsville, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on this road
132 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto East Grove Avenue
59 ft·5 sec·East Grove Avenue
3
Turn right onto IL 159
0.1 mi·14 sec·South Morrison Avenue
4
Continue on IL 159
2.8 mi·4 min·Vandalia Street
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
6
Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40
3.8 mi·4 min·I 55; I 70; US 40
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
108 mi·1 hr 56 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 155
32 mi·34 min·I 155
Exit 127Toward 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
6.0 mi·7 min·I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
12
Take the exit onto IL 29
0.2 mi·23 sec·IL 29
Toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
13
Continue on Spalding Avenue
452 ft·20 sec·Spalding Avenue
14
Turn left onto IL 29
0.2 mi·16 sec·Northeast Jefferson Avenue
15
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this trip is only about 2 hours and 52 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will get you to Peoria with plenty of daylight remaining. With a fuel cost estimate of $24, you can easily budget for gas without much worry. There's one recommended stop, but given the short duration, you might not even need it unless you want to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on I-55 signage for any potential traffic changes as you approach your first major highway transition.
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 77.7 miles from Collinsville, IL, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111.7 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 34 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.7 miles or 1h 26m 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 20m
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 Collinsville, 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 Collinsville, IL
This is one driving day of about 155.3 miles and 2h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Collinsville, 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 111.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.7 mi from Collinsville, IL
· 1h 26m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.28 one way
$48.56 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$26.66
$53.32
premium
$4.89
$29.89
$59.77
diesel
$5.61
$34.29
$68.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
46.6
0
$16.31
$7.45
Efficient EV
38.8
0
$13.59
$6.21
EV Truck/SUV
62.1
0
$21.74
$9.94
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Collinsville, IL
Night
in Collinsville on Friday
Local time
10:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Peoria, IL
Night
in Peoria on Friday
Local time
10:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Grandview, IL
78 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
3 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
2h 52m 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 Collinsville, IL to Peoria, IL covers 155.3 miles and takes about 2h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 155, 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 77.7 miles from Collinsville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.28 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 155.3 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Grove Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (IL 159 / South Morrison Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 7.2 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Collinsville, IL to Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Hartsburg along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
