Origin
Gilman, IL
Afternoon in Gilman on Friday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Gilman, IL to North Peoria, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
99.7 mi
160 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gilman, IL
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North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Gilman, IL to North Peoria, IL is 99.7 miles and takes about 2h 8m via County Road 1700 N, East 830 North Road, and East 825 North Road, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, traversing the Midwest's familiar flat terrain. Expect a local feel for the entirety of the journey, as this route doesn't utilize any major highways. It's a straightforward, relatively short trip perfect for a single day, offering a direct connection between these two points without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.9 miles from Gilman, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 8m. Total distance: 99.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share. You'll navigate primarily on county roads, meaning frequent turns and a more intimate experience with the local landscape. There isn't a 'longest stretch' data point provided, suggesting that you should anticipate consistent changes in direction and road segments. The journey will feel more like a series of connected backroads rather than a continuous flow on a single highway, requiring your attention to navigation throughout.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 40.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Gilman, IL to North Peoria, IL is easy. At 2h 8m with 57% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 40.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 40.7 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
40.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
Turn left toward I 55 South: Bloomington
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
5
40.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
63.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward I 74 West: Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
5
91.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m 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
4
98 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 34.1 mi | 37m |
| I 55 | 22.5 mi | 24m |
| County Road 1700 N | 16.8 mi | 23m |
| East 3100 North Road | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| East 800 North Road | 5 mi | 6m |
| East 825 North Road | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| East Oak Street | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| East 830 North Road | 2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 34.1 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilman, IL and North Peoria, IL.
1
Start on US 24; US 45
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Crescent Street
2
Turn right onto US 24
17 mi
·
23 min
·
County Road 1700 N
3
Continue on US 24
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East 830 North Road
4
Continue on US 24
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East 825 North Road
5
Continue on US 24
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Wabash Street
6
Continue on US 24
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East 820 North Road
7
Continue on US 24
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East 800 North Road
8
Continue on US 24
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East Oak Street
9
Continue on US 24
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East 800 North Road
10
Continue on US 24
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
East 3100 North Road
11
Continue on US 24
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Cemetery Avenue
12
Continue on US 24
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
East 3100 North Road
13
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
14
Merge onto I 55
23 mi
·
24 min
·
I 55
Use the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on I 74
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 74
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
19
Turn straight onto IL 40
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Knoxville Avenue
20
Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East McClure Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
East McClure Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 8m duration and 99.7-mile distance, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, so you can leave when it suits you best. With no designated stops and a low fuel cost of approximately $13, you have flexibility. The turn-heavy nature of the route means paying close attention to your GPS or maps is key. A practical tip: ensure your fuel tank is at least half full before departing Gilman, as the local road segments might have fewer readily available gas stations compared to major highways.
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 49.9 miles from Gilman, IL, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.1 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 22 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.9 miles or 1h 11m 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 46m
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 Gilman, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Gilman, IL
This is one driving day of about 99.7 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Gilman, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 34.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 49.9 mi from Gilman, IL · 1h 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.9 miles from Gilman, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.59 one way
$31.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.11 | $34.23 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.19 | $38.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.01 | $44.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.9 | 0 | $10.47 | $4.79 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.72 | $3.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.9 | 0 | $13.96 | $6.38 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Afternoon in North Peoria on Friday
Local time
3:49 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
2 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
2h 8m 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 Gilman, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 99.7 miles and takes about 2h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, I 55, County Road 1700 N. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49.9 miles from Gilman, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.59 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 Gilman, IL to North Peoria, IL is easy. At 2h 8m with 57% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 40.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 40.7 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Gilman, 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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