Origin
North Peoria, IL
Evening in North Peoria on Thursday
Local time
8:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Peoria, IL to Le Roy, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
59.4 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Le Roy, IL
Rangoni Gianluca
Trip Overview
The drive from North Peoria, IL to Le Roy, IL covers 59.4 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, North Knoxville Avenue, South Chestnut Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 56 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 59.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 7m highway drive covering 59.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and North Knoxville Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 56 miles on I 74.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 56 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and North Knoxville Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 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 59.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 9 key pointsThese 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
6
35.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
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...
5
57.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward Le Roy
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 149
Toward Le Roy
4
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
US 150 / East Cedar Street
Turn left onto US 150 / East Cedar 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.
Between North Peoria, IL and Le Roy, IL, road signs point toward Indianapolis and Decatur.
Indianapolis
35.4 mi in
|
~40m
|
via I 74
Decatur
41.9 mi in
|
~47m
|
via I 74; US 51
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 56 mi | 1h 1m |
| North Knoxville Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Chestnut Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East McClure Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Walnut Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Washington Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Cedar Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North West Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 56 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria, IL and Le Roy, 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
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 74; US 51
Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 149
Toward Le Roy
8
Turn left onto South Chestnut Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Chestnut Street
9
Turn left onto US 150
437 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Cedar Street
10
Continue on US 150
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
South Walnut Street
11
Continue on US 150
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
West Washington Street
12
Turn right onto CR 21
127 ft
·
3 sec
·
North West Street
13
Arrive at destination
CR 21
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.7 mi from North Peoria, IL · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.7 miles from North Peoria, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Le Roy, IL
The final approach into Le Roy, 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
$9.29 one way
$18.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.20 | $20.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.43 | $22.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.11 | $26.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.32 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Le Roy, IL
Evening in Le Roy on Thursday
Local time
8:50 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Danvers, IL
30 mi in
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m 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 Le Roy, IL covers 59.4 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, North Knoxville Avenue, South Chestnut 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 29.7 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 $9.29 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 59.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 Le Roy, IL, road signs point toward Indianapolis and Decatur.
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