Origin
Dwight, IL
Afternoon in Dwight on Thursday
Local time
1:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dwight, IL to Bloomington, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
57.3 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dwight, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dwight, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, I 55 Business, East Empire Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.7 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 57.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 9m highway drive covering 57.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and I 55 Business. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.7 miles on I 55.
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 48.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 55 Business. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 17 / East Mazon Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 9m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 17 / East Mazon Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 50.6 miles (I 55 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 17 / East Mazon Avenue
Turn right onto IL 17 / East Mazon Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
50.6 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
I 55 Business
Take the exit onto I 55 Business toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, Central Illinois Regional Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 167
Toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, C...
6
54.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward IL 9 West: Pekin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward IL 9 West: Pekin
6
56.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
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US 150 / North Clinton Street
Turn left onto US 150 / North Clinton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
57.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
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East Douglas Street
Turn right onto East Douglas Street
Navigation decision point
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 Dwight, IL to Bloomington, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Illinois Regional Airport along the way.
Illinois Regional Airport
50.6 mi in
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~55m
|
via I 55 Business
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 48.7 mi | 52m |
| I 55 Business | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| East Empire Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East Mazon Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Veterans Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East 3200 North Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Mulberry Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Clinton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 48.7 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dwight, IL and Bloomington, IL.
1
Start on this road
131 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto IL 17
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Mazon Avenue
3
Continue on IL 17
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
East 3200 North Road
4
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
5
Merge onto I 55
49 mi
·
52 min
·
I 55
6
Take the exit onto I 55 Business
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 55 Business
Exit 167
Toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, Central Illinois Regional Airport
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on I 55 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Veterans Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Toward IL 9 West: Pekin
Use the right lane.
9
Turn straight onto IL 9
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Empire Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
10
Turn left onto US 150
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Clinton Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto East Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
East Mulberry Street
12
Turn left onto North Prairie Street
275 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Prairie Street
13
Turn right onto East Douglas Street
504 ft
·
23 sec
·
East Douglas Street
14
Turn right onto US 51 Business
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North East Street
15
Arrive at destination
US 51 Business
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.6 mi from Dwight, IL · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from Dwight, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bloomington, IL
The final approach into Bloomington, 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
$8.96 one way
$17.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.84 | $19.67 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.03 | $22.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.65 | $25.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.02 | $3.67 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Bloomington, IL
Afternoon in Bloomington on Thursday
Local time
1:45 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Lexington, IL
29 mi in
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
1h 9m 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 Dwight, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 55 Business, East Empire 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 28.6 miles from Dwight, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.96 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 straightforward 1h 9m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 17 / East Mazon Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 50.6 miles (I 55 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Dwight, IL to Bloomington, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Illinois Regional Airport along the way.
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