Origin
Heyworth, IL
Morning in Heyworth on Saturday
Local time
9:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Heyworth, IL to 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 1m
Distance
52.3 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Heyworth, IL
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Peoria, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Heyworth, IL to Peoria, IL covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, North 1450 East Road, US 51 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.4 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.18 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 52.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 1m highway drive covering 52.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and North 1450 East Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.4 miles on I 74.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 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 34.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and North 1450 East Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Cleveland Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 52.3 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 0.1 miles (East Cleveland Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.4 miles (US 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Cleveland Street
Turn right onto East Cleveland Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward US 51 North: Bloomington-Normal
Navigation decision point
Toward US 51 North: Bloomington-Normal
5
9.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 51
Take the exit onto US 51 toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
5
45.9 mi into trip
|
~53m 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
5
52.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
IL 29 / Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto IL 29 / Northeast Jefferson Avenue
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 Heyworth, IL to Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rockford along the way.
Rockford
9.4 mi in
|
~13m
|
via US 51
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 34.4 mi | 38m |
| North 1450 East Road | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| US 51 | 8 mi | 9m |
| East Cleveland Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| IL 29 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Emery Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Spalding Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 34.4 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Heyworth, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on Emery Street
501 ft
·
26 sec
·
Emery Street
2
Turn right onto East Cleveland Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Cleveland Street
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward US 51 North: Bloomington-Normal
4
Merge onto US 51
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North 1450 East Road
5
Take the exit onto US 51
8.0 mi
·
9 min
·
US 51
Toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
6
Take the exit onto I 74
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
8
Take the exit onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
IL 29
Toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
9
Continue on Spalding Avenue
452 ft
·
20 sec
·
Spalding Avenue
10
Turn left onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.1 mi from Heyworth, IL · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Heyworth, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Peoria, IL
The final approach into 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
$8.18 one way
$16.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.98 | $17.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.06 | $20.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.55 | $23.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Peoria, IL
Morning in Peoria on Saturday
Local time
9:20 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Danvers, IL
26 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
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 1m 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 Heyworth, IL to Peoria, IL covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, North 1450 East Road, US 51. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 miles from Heyworth, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.18 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.3 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 0.1 miles (East Cleveland Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.4 miles (US 51): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Heyworth, IL to Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rockford along the way.
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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