Trip from Morris, IL to Bloomington, IL

Q: How long is the trip from Morris, IL to Bloomington, IL?

The drive from Morris, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 75.1 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 55, East Street, Division Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 37.6 miles from Morris, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.74 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

1h 29m

Distance

75.1 mi

121 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min

4 AM

1h 22m ★

6 AM

1h 29m

8 AM

1h 43m

10 AM

1h 34m

12 PM

1h 33m

3 PM

1h 35m

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.

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Trip Overview

This 75.1-mile drive from Morris, IL to Bloomington, IL is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 29 minutes, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, it's an economical option for getting between these two Midwest locations. The route is primarily highway-focused, offering a direct path without many detours. Given its short duration and minimal stops suggested, you'll have plenty of flexibility in your schedule. This journey is all about efficient travel through Illinois.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 75.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 75.1-mile route, with 74% of it on interstates. You'll spend a significant portion on I-55, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 51.7 miles. While the profile suggests a focus on faster roads, you will also navigate local streets like East Street and Division Street as you enter and exit your destinations. The character of the drive is largely about covering ground efficiently, with the interstate forming the backbone of the journey.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 16 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 51.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and East Street. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 16.4 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 75.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 16.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 16.8 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.5 miles (I 55 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6

16.4 mi into trip | ~18m in

Take the exit toward I 55 South: Bloomington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 55 South: Bloomington

5

16.8 mi into trip | ~19m in | I 55

Merge onto I 55

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

68.5 mi into trip | ~1h 15m 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

72.5 mi into trip | ~1h 22m 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

74.2 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | US 150 / North Clinton Street

Turn left onto US 150 / North Clinton Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

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 Morris, IL to Bloomington, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Illinois Regional Airport along the way.

Illinois Regional Airport

68.5 mi in | ~1h 15m | via I 55 Business

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 55	51.7 mi	55m
East Street	8.5 mi	9m
Division Street	7.9 mi	9m
I 55 Business	3.1 mi	5m
East Empire Street	1.6 mi	3m
North Veterans Parkway	0.9 mi	1m
East Mulberry Street	0.3 mi	<1m
North Clinton Street	0.3 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 55 — 51.7 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Morris, IL and Bloomington, IL.

1

Start on this road

49 ft · 3 sec · this road

2

Turn right

43 ft · 8 sec

3

Turn left onto IL 47

7.9 mi · 9 min · Division Street

4

Continue on IL 47

8.5 mi · 9 min · East Street

5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 55 South: Bloomington

6

Merge onto I 55

52 mi · 55 min · I 55

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

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.

8

Continue on I 55 Business

0.9 mi · 1 min · North Veterans Parkway

Use the left / straight lanes.

9

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 22 sec

Toward IL 9 West: Pekin Use the right lane.

10

Turn straight onto IL 9

1.6 mi · 3 min · East Empire Street

Use the left / straight / right lanes.

11

Turn left onto US 150

0.3 mi · 50 sec · North Clinton Street

Use the left lane.

12

Turn right onto East Mulberry Street

0.3 mi · 59 sec · East Mulberry Street

13

Turn left onto North Prairie Street

275 ft · 14 sec · North Prairie Street

14

Turn right onto East Douglas Street

504 ft · 23 sec · East Douglas Street

15

Turn right onto US 51 Business

0.1 mi · 15 sec · North East Street

16

Arrive at destination

US 51 Business

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 37.6 mi from Morris, IL · 42m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Chenoa, IL

38 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

Dwight, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pontiac, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 37.6 miles from Morris, 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

$11.74 one way

$23.48 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$12.89	$25.78
premium	$4.89	$14.45	$28.90
diesel	$5.61	$16.58	$33.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$12

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	22.5	$7.89	$3.60
Efficient EV	18.8	$6.57	$3.00
EV Truck/SUV	30	$10.51	$4.81

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Morris, IL

Night in Morris on Thursday

Local time

11:28 PM

CDT

Current temp

52°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Bloomington, IL

Night in Bloomington on Thursday

Local time

11:28 PM

CDT

Current temp

52°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 29m 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.

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