Origin
Newell, IL
Afternoon in Newell on Friday
Local time
1:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
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Trip from Newell, IL to 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 26m
Distance
127.7 mi
206 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
★
6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 46m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 45m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newell, IL
Franco Monsalvo
Peoria, IL
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Trip Overview
This 127.7-mile drive from Newell to Peoria, Illinois, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 26 minutes, making it ideal for a single-day trip. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 96% of it on major roadways, and offers a budget-friendly fuel cost estimate of around $20. Given its relatively short duration and highway-centric profile, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. This is a practical, no-fuss drive through the heart of the Midwest, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. It's a solid option for a quick connection within Illinois.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
63.9 miles from Newell, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 127.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this trip, with 96% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll spend most of your time on I-74, including one uninterrupted stretch of 122.3 miles, so prepare for consistent speeds. While primarily interstate, you will encounter local roads like North Bowman Avenue and East Voorhees Street, particularly at the beginning and end of your journey. This route offers a predictable driving rhythm, emphasizing efficiency over winding scenic byways. It's a drive where the journey is less about the twists and turns and more about covering ground.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 122.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and North Bowman Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Michigan Avenue.
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 26m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Michigan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 92.9 miles (I 74): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 121.3 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Michigan Avenue
Turn right onto North Michigan Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
92.9 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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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
121.3 mi into trip
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~2h 17m in
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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
127.3 mi into trip
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~2h 25m 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
127.6 mi into trip
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~2h 25m in
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IL 29 / Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto IL 29 / Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 122.3 mi | 2h 13m |
| North Bowman Avenue | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| East Voorhees Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Michigan Avenue | 1 mi | 3m |
| IL 29 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Spalding Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Winter Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 122.3 mi, about 2h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newell, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on East Winter Avenue
102 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Winter Avenue
2
Turn right onto North Michigan Avenue
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
North Michigan Avenue
3
Turn right onto East Voorhees Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Voorhees Street
4
Turn left onto North Bowman Avenue
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Bowman Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 74 West: Champaign
6
Merge onto I 74
88 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
I 74
7
Take the exit onto I 74
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
9
Take the exit onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
IL 29
Toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
10
Continue on Spalding Avenue
452 ft
·
20 sec
·
Spalding Avenue
11
Turn left onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Trip Plan
With a duration of just under two and a half hours, this route offers great flexibility for timing your departure. You can easily leave in the morning and be in Peoria by lunchtime, or head out in the afternoon to avoid morning traffic. The estimated fuel cost of $20 is quite manageable, so monitoring your fuel gauge should be straightforward. Given the long stretch on I-74, plan for one main break if needed, but there are no mandatory overnight stops. A practical tip for this drive: be aware that I-74 is the primary artery for this trip, so keep an eye on traffic updates for that specific interstate, especially during peak commuting hours.
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 63.9 miles from Newell, IL, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.3 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 28 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.9 miles or 1h 15m 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 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Newell, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Newell, IL
This is one driving day of about 127.7 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Newell, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 122.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.9 mi from Newell, IL · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.9 miles from Newell, 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 122.3 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Peoria, IL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.96 one way
$39.93 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.92 | $43.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.57 | $49.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.19 | $56.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.41 | $6.13 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.17 | $5.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.1 | 0 | $17.88 | $8.17 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Afternoon in Peoria on Friday
Local time
1:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Empire, IL
64 mi in
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 26m 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 Newell, IL to Peoria, IL covers 127.7 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, North Bowman Avenue, East Voorhees 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 63.9 miles from Newell, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.96 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 26m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Michigan Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 92.9 miles (I 74): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 121.3 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Newell, IL to 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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