Origin
Pekin, IL
Night in Pekin on Wednesday
Local time
9:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pekin, IL to Peoria, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
16m
Distance
12 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pekin, IL
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Peoria, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between Pekin and Peoria, this 10.6-mile drive is a straightforward local trip. You can expect to spend about 17 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal candidate for a one-day outing. Budgeting around $2 for fuel should cover your transit costs easily. Since both cities are located within the Midwest, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. Because the entire route is local, you won't need to worry about splitting the drive into multiple days. It serves as a practical, efficient link for anyone needing to move between these two Illinois hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
6 miles from Pekin, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate the 10.6-mile distance between Pekin and Peoria. You will primarily utilize Ann Eliza Street, the McNaughton Bridge, and Southwest Adams Street to reach your destination. With a highway share of 0%, you won't experience any high-speed interstate stretches on this journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Ann Eliza Street, which highlights the frequent turns you will encounter. Overall, the road demands your full attention as you maneuver through these local segments rather than settling into a monotonous cruise.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 24 is the longest continuous segment at about 5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near US 24.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (US 24): Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles (Southwest Washington Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.3 miles (IL 8; IL 116 / MacArthur Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
2.5 mi into trip
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~3m in
|
US 24
Turn right onto US 24
Navigation decision point
4
8.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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Southwest Washington Street
Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Washington Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
10.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
IL 8; IL 116 / MacArthur Highway
Turn left onto IL 8; IL 116 / MacArthur Highway
Navigation decision point
4
11.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Spalding Avenue
Turn left onto Spalding Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
11.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
IL 29 / Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto IL 29 / Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 24 | 5 mi | 5m |
| Southwest Adams Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| McNaughton Bridge | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Southwest Washington Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Ann Eliza Street | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Adams Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| MacArthur Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 24
— 5 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pekin, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on South 8th Street
174 ft
·
3 sec
·
South 8th Street
2
Turn straight onto Ann Eliza Street
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Ann Eliza Street
3
Continue on IL 9
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
McNaughton Bridge
4
Turn right onto US 24
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
US 24
5
Continue on Southwest Adams Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Southwest Adams Street
6
Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Washington Street
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest Washington Street
7
Turn left onto IL 8; IL 116
463 ft
·
13 sec
·
MacArthur Highway
8
Turn right onto Southwest Adams Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Southwest Adams Street
9
Continue on Northeast Adams Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Northeast Adams Street
10
Turn left onto Spalding Avenue
452 ft
·
20 sec
·
Spalding Avenue
11
Turn left onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 17-minute commute, you have significant flexibility regarding when you head out. You can avoid the stress of long-distance planning, as there are no required stops needed to complete the trip. Given that the route is entirely local, keep a close eye on your navigation through the turns on Ann Eliza Street to stay on track. Since the fuel cost is estimated at just $2, you can easily top off your tank in Pekin before departing without worrying about budget constraints. Use the simplicity of this short drive to your advantage by leaving whenever it best suits your schedule.
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 6 miles from Pekin, IL, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 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 12 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Pekin, IL.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pekin, IL
This is one driving day of about 12 miles and 16m.
At 12 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on US 24 for about 5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6 mi from Pekin, IL · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6 miles from Pekin, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Peoria, IL
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Peoria, IL if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.88 one way
$3.75 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.06 | $4.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.31 | $4.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.65 | $5.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.26 | $0.58 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.68 | $0.77 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Peoria, IL
Night in Peoria on Wednesday
Local time
9:59 PM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 10 mph
7% chance
Live forecast
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
9 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
16m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pekin, IL to Peoria, IL covers 12 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 24, Southwest Adams Street, McNaughton Bridge. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6 miles from Pekin, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.88 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 is a straightforward 16m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (US 24): Navigation decision point; at 8.6 miles (Southwest Washington Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.3 miles (IL 8; IL 116 / MacArthur Highway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Pekin, IL to Peoria, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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