Trip from North Peoria, IL to Martinsville, IL

Drive Time

3h 29m

Distance

179.6 mi

289 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 17m ★

6 AM

3h 29m

8 AM

3h 54m

10 AM

3h 38m

12 PM

3h 35m

3 PM

3h 39m

5 PM

3h 52m

8 PM

3h 22m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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North Peoria, IL

Tom Fisk

Martinsville, IL

Pho Tomass

Trip Overview

Spanning 179.6 miles across the heart of the Midwest, this route from North Peoria to Martinsville is a straightforward journey typically taking 3 hours and 29 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, it is perfectly manageable as a one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. You will primarily utilize I-74, I-57, and I-70 to navigate between these Illinois points. Budgeting approximately $27 for fuel should cover your transit costs comfortably. Whether you are traveling for business or visiting family, the efficiency of this highway-focused path makes it a reliable choice for a quick Illinois crossing.

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

89.8 miles from North Peoria, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highly efficient, highway-focused experience, as 92% of this trip takes place on major interstates. You will settle into a rhythmic pace early on, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 85.4 miles specifically on I-74. While the route lacks the complexity of winding backroads, the heavy reliance on I-74, I-57, and I-70 ensures steady progress through the landscape. Behind the wheel, you will find a consistent, high-speed environment that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers. Prepare for a standard interstate drive that keeps you moving toward your destination with minimal distractions.

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 85.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and I 57. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 179.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

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 14 key points

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

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

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...

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...

87.2 mi into trip | ~1h 36m in

Take the exit toward I 57: Chicago, Memphis

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

Exit 179 Toward I 57: Chicago, Memphis

87.5 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 57 South: Memphis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 179 Toward I 57 South: Memphis

Towns Along This Route

Between North Peoria, IL and Martinsville, IL, road signs point toward Indianapolis, Decatur and Memphis.

Indianapolis

35.4 mi in | ~40m | via I 74

Decatur

41.9 mi in | ~47m | via I 74; US 51

Memphis

87.2 mi in | ~1h 36m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 74	85.4 mi	1h 32m
I 57	47.2 mi	50m
I 70	16 mi	17m
Route 130	10 mi	14m
Illinois Route 16	6 mi	8m
County Road 1825 East	2 mi	2m
West Lincoln Avenue	1.8 mi	2m
18th Street	1.6 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 74 — 85.4 mi, about 1h 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on East McClure Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · East McClure Avenue

Turn left onto IL 40

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Knoxville Avenue

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 44 sec

Toward I 74 East: Bloomington

Merge onto I 74

34 mi · 36 min · I 74

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

Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51

45 mi · 48 min · I 74; US 51

Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 35 sec

Exit 179 Toward I 57: Chicago, Memphis

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 50 sec

Exit 179 Toward I 57 South: Memphis

Merge onto I 57

47 mi · 50 min · I 57

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec

Exit 190A Toward IL 16 East: Charleston

Turn straight onto IL 16

0.7 mi · 1 min · Charleston Avenue East

Continue on IL 16

6.0 mi · 8 min · Illinois Route 16

Continue on IL 16

1.8 mi · 2 min · West Lincoln Avenue

Turn right onto IL 130

1.6 mi · 2 min · 18th Street

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · Illinois Route 130

Continue on IL 130

10.0 mi · 14 min · Route 130

Continue on IL 130

2.0 mi · 2 min · County Road 1825 East

Continue on IL 130

0.8 mi · 1 min · County Road 1775 E

Continue on IL 130

0.4 mi · 32 sec · North Haughton Highway

Continue on IL 130

1.3 mi · 1 min · 1700E

Continue on IL 130

0.4 mi · 37 sec · North Haughton Highway

Turn left

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Merge onto I 70

16 mi · 17 min · I 70

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward Martinsville

Turn right onto North Cleone Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Cleone Road

Continue on North York Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · North York Street

Turn left onto Cereus Lane

461 ft · 20 sec · Cereus Lane

Arrive at destination

Cereus Lane

Trip Plan

Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though leaving early helps avoid potential congestion on these major arteries. You should plan for one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh, which fits perfectly into the 3 hour and 29 minute timeframe. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge when transitioning between the three different interstates to avoid searching for a station in an unfamiliar area. Given the reliance on I-74, I-57, and I-70, pay close attention to traffic reports before you head out, as these are primary corridors for regional transit. With a fuel budget of $27, topping off your tank before you leave North Peoria will likely get you most of the way to Martinsville.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

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

The halfway point lands around 89.8 miles from North Peoria, IL, or about 1h 39m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.4 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 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 89.8 miles or 1h 39m 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 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Martinsville, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving North Peoria, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 179.6 miles and 3h 29m.

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 74 for about 85.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 89.8 mi from North Peoria, IL · 1h 39m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Champaign, IL

90 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

Champaign, IL

Fuel and coffee

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

Champaign, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 89.8 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 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.4 miles.

Arriving in Martinsville, IL

The final approach into Martinsville, 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 Martinsville, 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

$27.28 one way

$54.56 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 63 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$30.07	$60.14
premium	$4.80	$33.90	$67.81
diesel	$5.64	$39.90	$79.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 62.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	53.9	$18.86	$8.62
Efficient EV	44.9	$15.71	$7.18
EV Truck/SUV	71.8	$25.14	$11.49

Gas CO2

63 kg

EV CO2

21 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

North Peoria, IL

Evening in North Peoria on Sunday

Local time

6:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Martinsville, IL

Evening in Martinsville on Sunday

Local time

6:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

57°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 warmer at arrival

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

Road read

3h 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from North Peoria, IL to Martinsville, IL covers 179.6 miles and takes about 3h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 74, I 57, I 70. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 89.8 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 $27.28 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

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

Between North Peoria, IL and Martinsville, IL, road signs point toward Indianapolis, Decatur and Memphis.

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