Origin
North Peoria, IL
Evening in North Peoria on Sunday
Local time
7:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Peoria, IL to Bement, IL
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
93.8 mi
151 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
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6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Bement, IL
Erick Ortega
Trip Overview
Traveling from North Peoria to Bement is a straightforward 93.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes. Since this is a relatively short trip, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the distance across the Illinois landscape. The route relies heavily on I-74, transitioning into local roads like Macon Street and North 525 East Road to reach your final stop. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the drive is uncomplicated and efficient, keeping you within the Midwest for the entire duration.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.9 miles from North Peoria, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 75% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-74, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 65.8 miles that allows for steady cruising. Once you exit the interstate, the character of the drive shifts as you navigate onto Macon Street and North 525 East Road. These secondary roads provide a contrast to the interstate rhythm, moving you toward the quieter, more localized environment of Bement. This mix ensures you spend most of your time making good progress before shifting into local traffic as you near your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 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 65.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and Macon Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 93.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 35.4 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.9 miles (I 74; US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.5 mi into trip
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~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 East: Bloomington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 East: Bloomington
6
35.4 mi into trip
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~40m in
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I 74
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74 toward I 55 South, I 74 East, US 51 South: Saint Louis, Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 South, I 74 East, US 51 South: Sain...
6
41.9 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
I 74; US 51
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51 toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business N...
6
67.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward IL 54: Farmer City, Gibson City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 59
Toward IL 54: Farmer City, Gibson City
4
67.9 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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IL 54 / East Clinton Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 54 / East Clinton Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Towns Along This Route
Between North Peoria, IL and Bement, IL, road signs point toward Indianapolis, Decatur and Gibson City.
Indianapolis
35.4 mi in
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~40m
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via I 74
Decatur
41.9 mi in
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~47m
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via I 74; US 51
Gibson City
67.6 mi in
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~1h 15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 65.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| Macon Street | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| North 525 East Road | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| County Highway 5 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Royal Road | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| North Market Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Clinton Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| CR 5 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 65.8 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria, IL and Bement, IL.
1
Start on East McClure Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East McClure Avenue
2
Turn left onto IL 40
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Knoxville Avenue
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 74 East: Bloomington
4
Merge onto I 74
34 mi
·
36 min
·
I 74
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.6 mi
·
7 min
·
I 74
Toward I 55 South, I 74 East, US 51 South: Saint Louis, Indianapolis
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51
26 mi
·
27 min
·
I 74; US 51
Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 59
Toward IL 54: Farmer City, Gibson City
8
Keep slight right at fork onto IL 54
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Clinton Avenue
9
Turn left onto CR 4
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Main Street
10
Continue on CR 4
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Royal Road
11
Continue on County Highway 5
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
County Highway 5
12
Continue on North 525 East Road
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North 525 East Road
13
Continue on North 550 East Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North 550 East Road
14
Turn right onto IL 10
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
County Road 2300 North
15
Turn left onto North Highway Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Highway Avenue
16
Continue on North 525 East Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North 525 East Road
17
Turn straight onto County Highway 5
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
County Highway 5
18
Turn straight onto Deland Monticello Road
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Deland Monticello Road
19
Continue on CR 5
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
CR 5
20
Continue on East 1700 North Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
East 1700 North Road
21
Turn straight onto West Bridge Street
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
West Bridge Street
22
Continue on West Brige Street
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
West Brige Street
23
Continue on West Center Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Center Street
24
Continue on West Bridge Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Bridge Street
25
Turn straight onto West Center Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Center Street
26
Turn right onto IL 105
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Market Street
27
Continue on IL 105
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Macon Street
28
Arrive at destination
IL 105
Trip Plan
Because this is a sub-two-hour drive, you have significant flexibility with your departure time, though leaving early in the morning can help you avoid any potential rush hour congestion near Peoria. Since there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you can easily complete the 93.8-mile trek in one go without needing to plan for extended breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you transition off I-74, as the availability of services may change once you move onto the local roads. A smart strategy is to ensure your tank is topped off before leaving the interstate to avoid searching for a station on the final leg of your journey. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your arrival time precisely to meet your personal schedule.
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 46.9 miles from North Peoria, IL, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.8 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.9 miles or 53m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bement, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Peoria, 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 North Peoria, IL
This is one driving day of about 93.8 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Peoria, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 65.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.9 mi from North Peoria, IL · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.9 miles from North Peoria, 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 65.8 miles.
Arriving in Bement, IL
The final approach into Bement, 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 Bement, 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
$14.25 one way
$28.49 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.71 | $31.41 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.71 | $35.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.84 | $41.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.1 | 0 | $9.85 | $4.50 |
| Efficient EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.21 | $3.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.13 | $6.00 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Bement, IL
Evening in Bement on Sunday
Local time
7:53 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
53°F
Bloomington, IL
47 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
1h 54m 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 North Peoria, IL to Bement, IL covers 93.8 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, Macon Street, North 525 East Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.9 miles from North Peoria, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.25 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 93.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 35.4 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.9 miles (I 74; US 51): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between North Peoria, IL and Bement, IL, road signs point toward Indianapolis, Decatur and Gibson City.
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