Origin
North Peoria, IL
Night in North Peoria on Tuesday
Local time
10:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Peoria, IL to Oakley, IL
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
92.9 mi
150 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Oakley, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
The drive from North Peoria, IL to Oakley, IL covers 92.9 miles and takes about 2h 1m 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 Walnut Street, North 1450 East Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 42.2 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.52 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.5 miles from North Peoria, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from North Peoria, IL to Oakley, IL covers 92.9 miles and takes about 2h 1m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 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 42.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.9 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 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 13 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
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~47m in
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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
44 mi into trip
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~50m in
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US 51
Take the exit onto US 51 toward US 51 South, US 51 Business North: Decatur, Bloomington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 135
Toward US 51 South, US 51 Business North: Decat...
5
87.3 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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CR 25 / Argenta Road
At end of road, turn right onto CR 25 / Argenta Road
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 Oakley, IL, road signs point toward Indianapolis, Decatur and Bloomington.
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
Bloomington
44 mi in
|
~50m
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via US 51
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 42.2 mi | 46m |
| North Walnut Street | 21.3 mi | 26m |
| North 1450 East Road | 14.7 mi | 17m |
| East Illiniwick Road | 5.7 mi | 10m |
| North Oakley Road | 3.9 mi | 9m |
| South Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Knoxville Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Caleb Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 42.2 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria, IL and Oakley, 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
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 74; US 51
Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur
7
Take the exit onto US 51
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
US 51
Exit 135
Toward US 51 South, US 51 Business North: Decatur, Bloomington
8
Continue on US 51
15 mi
·
17 min
·
North 1450 East Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on US 51
21 mi
·
26 min
·
North Walnut Street
10
Turn left onto East Shaffer Street
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Shaffer Street
11
Continue on CH 20
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
East Illiniwick Road
12
Continue on South Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
13
Continue on CTH 20
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
East Illiniwick Road
14
At end of road, turn right onto CR 25
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Argenta Road
15
Keep slight left at fork onto CTH 25
527 ft
·
14 sec
·
County Highway 25
16
Continue on CTH 25
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Caleb Road
17
Keep slight right at fork onto CTH 25
3.9 mi
·
9 min
·
North Oakley Road
18
Turn right onto Shelby Street
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Shelby Street
19
Turn right onto South Center Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
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South Center Street
20
Turn right onto East North Street
54 ft
·
2 sec
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East North Street
21
Arrive at destination
East North Street
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.5 miles from North Peoria, IL, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.2 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 46.5 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 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oakley, 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 92.9 miles and 2h 1m.
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 42.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.5 mi from North Peoria, IL · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 46.5 miles from North Peoria, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Oakley, IL
The final approach into Oakley, 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 Oakley, 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
$14.52 one way
$29.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.95 | $31.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.88 | $35.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.51 | $41.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.75 | $4.46 |
| Efficient EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.13 | $3.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.2 | 0 | $13.01 | $5.95 |
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
Oakley, IL
Night in Oakley on Tuesday
Local time
10:18 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Bloomington, IL
46 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
1 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
2h 1m 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 Oakley, IL covers 92.9 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, North Walnut Street, North 1450 East Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.5 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 $14.52 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 92.9 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 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 Oakley, IL, road signs point toward Indianapolis, Decatur and Bloomington.
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