Trip from North Peoria, IL to Independence, IL

Data updated 4 hours ago

Drive Time

2h 56m

Distance

150 mi

241 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

2h 46m ★

6 AM

2h 57m

8 AM

3h 19m

10 AM

3h 5m

12 PM

3h 3m

3 PM

3h 6m

5 PM

3h 18m

8 PM

2h 50m

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

The drive from North Peoria, IL to Independence, IL covers 150 miles and takes about 2h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 72, I 55, I 155 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 62.5 miles on I 72. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.45 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

75 miles from North Peoria, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 2h 56m highway drive covering 150 miles, with most of the trip on I 72 and I 55. The longest continuous stretch is about 62.5 miles on I 72.

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

There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 72 is the longest continuous segment at about 62.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 72 and I 55. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 150 miles you will encounter 13 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 42.3 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.4 miles (I 72; US 36): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

5

1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 East: Bloomington

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 74 East: Bloomington

5

42.3 mi into trip | ~49m in | I 55

Merge onto I 55

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

6

76.4 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | I 72; US 36

Keep slight right at fork onto I 72; US 36 toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville

6

138.8 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in

Take the exit toward US 54, IL 107: Griggsville, Pittsfield

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 35 Toward US 54, IL 107: Griggsville, Pittsfield

5

144.4 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in | South Illinois Street

Turn right onto South Illinois Street

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 North Peoria, IL to Independence, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Pittsfield along the way.

Pittsfield

138.8 mi in | ~2h 33m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 72	62.5 mi	1h 7m
I 55	34 mi	37m
I 155	31.8 mi	34m
I 74	7.9 mi	9m
US 54	5.3 mi	8m
County Highway 7	5 mi	12m
North Knoxville Avenue	1 mi	1m
East McClure Avenue	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 72 — 62.5 mi, about 1h 7m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria, IL and Independence, 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

7.9 mi · 9 min · I 74

5

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I 155 South: Lincoln

6

Continue on I 155

32 mi · 34 min · I 155

7

Merge onto I 55

34 mi · 37 min · I 55

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 72; US 36

62 mi · 1 hr 7 min · I 72; US 36

Toward I 72 West, US 36 West: Jacksonville

9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Exit 35 Toward US 54, IL 107: Griggsville, Pittsfield

10

Turn slight left onto US 54

5.3 mi · 8 min · US 54

Use the straight lane.

11

Turn left onto IL 106

404 ft · 8 sec · East Washington Street

12

Turn right onto South Illinois Street

427 ft · 24 sec · South Illinois Street

13

Turn left onto East Fayette Street

357 ft · 17 sec · East Fayette Street

14

Turn right onto Piper Lane

0.4 mi · 1 min · Piper Lane

15

Continue on County Highway 7

5.0 mi · 12 min · County Highway 7

16

Turn right onto Road 900

259 ft · 11 sec · Road 900

17

Arrive at destination

Road 900

Trip Plan

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 75 miles from North Peoria, IL, or about 1h 24m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 62.5 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 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 75 miles or 1h 24m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Independence, 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 150 miles and 2h 56m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 72 for about 62.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 75 mi from North Peoria, IL · 1h 24m into the drive

city in Macon County, Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Decatur, IL

75 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

Decatur, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Decatur, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75 miles from North Peoria, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 72 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.5 miles.

Arriving in Independence, IL

The final approach into Independence, 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 Independence, IL.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

National Monument

In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...

3 mi from route ~6 min detour Free near mile 72.4

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.45 one way

$46.90 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$25.75	$51.50
premium	$4.89	$28.87	$57.73
diesel	$5.61	$33.12	$66.24

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 52.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	45	$15.75	$7.20
Efficient EV	37.5	$13.13	$6.00
EV Truck/SUV	60	$21.00	$9.60

Gas CO2

52 kg

EV CO2

18 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 data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

North Peoria, IL

Evening in North Peoria on Tuesday

Local time

7:47 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Independence, IL

Evening in Independence on Tuesday

Local time

7:47 PM

CDT

Current temp

51°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

3 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 56m 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 Independence, IL covers 150 miles and takes about 2h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 72, I 55, I 155. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 75 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 $23.45 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 150 miles you will encounter 13 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 42.3 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 76.4 miles (I 72; US 36): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

On the drive from North Peoria, IL to Independence, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Pittsfield along the way.

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