Origin
Mahomet, IL
Night in Mahomet on Thursday
Local time
10:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mahomet, IL to Peoria, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
79.6 mi
128 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mahomet, IL
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Peoria, IL
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Trip Overview
This 79.6-mile drive from Mahomet, IL to Peoria, IL is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 28 minutes. Given the short duration and focus on major highways, it's an ideal candidate for a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You'll be spending about 98% of your time on highways, making it a very efficient journey. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $12, which is quite economical. This drive primarily traverses the Midwest, staying within Illinois, and offers a direct connection between these two communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 79.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the vast majority of this trip. With 98% of the 79.6 miles on highways, including a significant stretch of 78.2 miles on I-74, this route prioritizes speed and directness. The main roads you'll utilize are I-74, North Lombard Street, and East Main Street, indicating a shift from interstate to more local thoroughfares closer to your destination. This means you'll experience a consistent driving pace for most of the journey, with a brief transition at the end.
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 78.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and North Lombard Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near IL 47 / North Lombard Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mahomet, IL to Peoria, IL is easy. At 1h 28m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (IL 47 / North Lombard Street): Navigation decision point; at 44.8 miles (I 74): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 73.2 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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IL 47 / North Lombard Street
Turn left onto IL 47 / North Lombard Street
Navigation decision point
4
44.8 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
I 74
Take the exit onto I 74 toward I 74 West: Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
5
73.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m 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
79.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
IL 29
Take the exit onto IL 29 toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
5
79.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
IL 29 / Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto IL 29 / Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 78.2 mi | 1h 25m |
| North Lombard Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| IL 29 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| County Road 400 East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Spalding Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 78.2 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mahomet, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto IL 47
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
North Lombard Street
3
Continue on IL 47
483 ft
·
12 sec
·
County Road 400 East
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 74 West: Bloomington
5
Merge onto I 74
44 mi
·
46 min
·
I 74
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 39.8 mi from Mahomet, IL · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 39.8 miles from Mahomet, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 78.2 miles.
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
$12.44 one way
$24.89 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.66 | $27.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.32 | $30.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.57 | $35.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.36 | $3.82 |
| Efficient EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.14 | $5.09 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
Night in Peoria on Thursday
Local time
10:21 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 28m 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 Mahomet, IL to Peoria, IL covers 79.6 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, North Lombard Street, East Main 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 39.8 miles from Mahomet, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.44 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 Mahomet, IL to Peoria, IL is easy. At 1h 28m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (IL 47 / North Lombard Street): Navigation decision point; at 44.8 miles (I 74): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 73.2 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Mahomet, IL to Peoria, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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