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Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
168.7 mi
271 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Warren, IL
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The drive from North Peoria, IL to Warren, IL covers 168.7 miles and takes about 3h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 74, Clay Street, IL 110 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 76.1 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.37 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
84.3 miles from North Peoria, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .
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This is a 3h 30m highway drive covering 168.7 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and Clay Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 76.1 miles on I 74.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and Clay Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 78.4 miles in near IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 30m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 78.4 miles (IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 84.7 miles (IL 110): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 110 / Chicago-Kansas City Expressway toward I 80 West: Des Moines
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit onto IL 110 toward I 88 East, IL 92 East: Sterling, Rock Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward IL 78: Morrison, Prophetstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
At end of road, turn right onto US 20; IL 78 / East North Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto IL 78
Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between North Peoria, IL and Warren, IL, road signs point toward Rock Falls and Prophetstown.
Rock Falls
Prophetstown
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 76.1 mi | 1h 22m |
| Clay Street | 31.6 mi | 47m |
| IL 110 | 25.7 mi | 27m |
| IL 78 | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| Carroll Road | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 6.3 mi | 6m |
| Crosby Road | 5.5 mi | 8m |
| East McClure Avenue | 1.8 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria, IL and Warren, IL.
Start on East McClure Avenue
Turn right onto North Gale Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 74
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 110
Take the exit onto IL 110
Take the exit
Turn left onto IL 78
Continue on IL 78
Continue on IL 78
Turn left onto IL 78
Turn right onto IL 78
Turn left onto US 30; IL 78
Continue on US 30; IL 78
Continue on US 30; IL 78
Turn right onto IL 78
Continue on IL 78
At end of road, turn right onto US 20; IL 78
Turn left onto IL 78
Turn left onto South Water Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.3 miles or 1h 33m 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 44m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Warren, IL than in the middle of the route.
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 168.7 miles and 3h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.3 mi from North Peoria, IL · 1h 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 84.3 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 76.1 miles.
The final approach into Warren, 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 Warren, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$26.37 one way
$52.75 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.96 | $57.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.46 | $64.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.25 | $74.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.71 | $8.10 |
| Efficient EV | 42.2 | 0 | $14.76 | $6.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.5 | 0 | $23.62 | $10.80 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in North Peoria on Tuesday
Local time
6:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
85°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Evening in Warren on Tuesday
Local time
6:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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