Origin
Hallock, IL
Morning in Hallock on Friday
Local time
9:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Hallock, IL to Bloomington, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
83.7 mi
135 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 12m
★
6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 28m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 29m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hallock, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Hallock, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 83.7 miles and takes about 2h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on IL 9, East Orange Street, Ottawa Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.5 miles on IL 9. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.09 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.9 miles from Hallock, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 83.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Hallock, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 83.7 miles and takes about 2h 21m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near IL 1 / County Road 2300 East.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (IL 1 / County Road 2300 East): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (IL 9 / East Orange Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.7 miles (US 45; IL 9 / South Railroad Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
5.1 mi into trip
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~19m in
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IL 1 / County Road 2300 East
Turn left onto IL 1 / County Road 2300 East
Navigation decision point
4
12.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
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IL 9 / East Orange Street
Turn right onto IL 9 / East Orange Street
Navigation decision point
4
33.7 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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US 45; IL 9 / South Railroad Avenue
Turn left onto US 45; IL 9 / South Railroad Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
82.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
|
US 150 / North Clinton Street
Turn left onto US 150 / North Clinton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
83.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
|
East Douglas Street
Turn right onto East Douglas Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 9 | 33.5 mi | 52m |
| East Orange Street | 21.6 mi | 32m |
| Ottawa Road | 13.8 mi | 20m |
| County Road 2300 East | 7 mi | 10m |
| County Highway 10 | 5.1 mi | 19m |
| East 1st Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Mulberry Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Clinton Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 9
— 33.5 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hallock, IL and Bloomington, IL.
1
Start on County Highway 10
5.1 mi
·
19 min
·
County Highway 10
2
Turn left onto IL 1
7.0 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road 2300 East
3
Turn right onto IL 9
22 mi
·
32 min
·
East Orange Street
4
Turn left onto US 45; IL 9
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
South Railroad Avenue
5
Turn slight right
155 ft
·
5 sec
6
Turn right onto IL 9
345 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Patton Street
7
Turn left onto IL 9
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
South Market Street
8
Continue on IL 9
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Ottawa Road
9
Continue on IL 9
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
E 400N Road
10
Continue on IL 9; IL 54
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1st Street
11
Turn slight right
138 ft
·
7 sec
12
Turn right onto IL 9; IL 47
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 9; IL 47
13
Turn left onto IL 9
7.8 mi
·
11 min
·
IL 9
14
Turn straight onto IL 9
25 mi
·
40 min
·
IL 9
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn left onto US 150
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Clinton Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto East Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
East Mulberry Street
17
Turn left onto North Prairie Street
275 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Prairie Street
18
Turn right onto East Douglas Street
504 ft
·
23 sec
·
East Douglas Street
19
Turn right onto US 51 Business
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North East Street
20
Arrive at destination
US 51 Business
Trip Plan
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 41.9 miles from Hallock, IL, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.5 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 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.9 miles or 1h 14m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomington, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hallock, 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 Hallock, IL
This is one driving day of about 83.7 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Hallock, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IL 9 for about 33.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.9 mi from Hallock, IL · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 41.9 miles from Hallock, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bloomington, 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
$13.09 one way
$26.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.37 | $28.73 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.11 | $32.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.48 | $36.96 |
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: 29.3 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 | 25.1 | 0 | $8.79 | $4.02 |
| Efficient EV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.5 | 0 | $11.72 | $5.36 |
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
Bloomington, IL
Morning in Bloomington on Friday
Local time
9:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 21m 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 Hallock, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 83.7 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 9, East Orange Street, Ottawa Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.9 miles from Hallock, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.09 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 2h 21m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (IL 1 / County Road 2300 East): Navigation decision point; at 12.1 miles (IL 9 / East Orange Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.7 miles (US 45; IL 9 / South Railroad Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Hallock, IL to Bloomington, 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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