Origin
Peoria, IL
Afternoon in Peoria on Thursday
Local time
2:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Peoria, IL to Bradley, IL
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
122.1 mi
197 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
★
6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Peoria, IL
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Bradley, IL
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Trip Overview
This 122.1-mile drive from Peoria, IL to Bradley, IL is a straightforward Midwest journey that can easily be accomplished in a single day. Expect the trip to take about 2 hours and 28 minutes, making it ideal for a day trip without needing an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost is around $19, which is quite budget-friendly. You'll spend about half of your time on highways, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 53.5 miles on I 55. This route offers a mixed driving experience, perfect for those looking for a relatively quick and uncomplicated trip between two points in Illinois.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.1 miles from Peoria, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 28m. Total distance: 122.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The character of this 122.1-mile drive is predominantly highway, with 50% of the route utilizing interstate travel. You'll experience a 53.5-mile continuous segment on I 55, offering a chance for steady progress. The Murray Baker Bridge is a notable feature early on, and you'll also navigate sections of West Mazon Avenue. This mixed drive profile means you'll transition between faster highway speeds and potentially more local road conditions, providing a varied driving experience across the 2 hours and 28 minutes of travel time.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 53.5 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 early in the drive near Hamilton Boulevard.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 28m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hamilton Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Fayette Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (IL 29): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hamilton Boulevard
Turn right onto Hamilton Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Fayette Street
Turn right onto Fayette Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 29
Take the ramp onto IL 29 toward I 74 East, IL 29 South: Bloomington, Pekin
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 74 East, IL 29 South: Bloomington, Pek...
6
33.4 mi into trip
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~37m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
5
34.8 mi into trip
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~40m in
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I 55; US 51
Merge onto I 55; US 51
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Peoria, IL to Bradley, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Kankakee along the way.
Kankakee
88.4 mi in
|
~1h 37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 53.5 mi | 57m |
| Murray Baker Bridge | 33 mi | 36m |
| West Mazon Avenue | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| County Road 0 | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| West Route 17 | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| Kennedy Drive | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Court Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 53.5 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria, IL and Bradley, IL.
1
Start on Northeast Jefferson Avenue
84 ft
·
5 sec
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Northeast Jefferson Avenue
2
Turn right onto Hamilton Boulevard
464 ft
·
16 sec
·
Hamilton Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Northeast Madison Avenue
449 ft
·
16 sec
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Northeast Madison Avenue
4
Turn right onto Fayette Street
469 ft
·
15 sec
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Fayette Street
5
Take the ramp onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
IL 29
Toward I 74 East, IL 29 South: Bloomington, Pekin
6
Merge onto I 74; IL 29
33 mi
·
36 min
·
Murray Baker Bridge
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
8
Merge onto I 55; US 51
54 mi
·
57 min
·
I 55; US 51
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward IL 17: Streator, Kankakee
10
Turn right onto IL 17
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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East 3200 North Road
11
Continue on IL 17
12 mi
·
17 min
·
West Mazon Avenue
12
Continue on IL 17
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
West Route 17
13
Continue on IL 17
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
County Road 0
14
Continue on IL 17
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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West Station Street
15
Continue on IL 17
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Court Street
16
Turn slight left onto IL 17
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Court Street
17
Turn sharp left onto US 45; US 52
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Kennedy Drive
18
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
19
Arrive at destination
East Broadway Street
Trip Plan
Given that this 122.1-mile trip from Peoria to Bradley is estimated to take under 2.5 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will help you avoid any potential midday traffic, and the $19 fuel cost means you won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. The longest stretch on I 55 is over 50 miles, so ensure you're comfortable with that duration of highway driving. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps before you embark or upon arrival in Bradley.
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 61.1 miles from Peoria, IL, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.5 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 27 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.1 miles or 1h 8m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bradley, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving 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 Peoria, IL
This is one driving day of about 122.1 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Peoria, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 53.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.1 mi from Peoria, IL · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.1 miles from Peoria, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bradley, IL
The final approach into Bradley, 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 Bradley, 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
$19.09 one way
$38.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.96 | $41.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.50 | $46.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.96 | $53.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.82 | $5.86 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.68 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.09 | $7.81 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Bradley, IL
Afternoon in Bradley on Thursday
Local time
2:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Fairbury, IL
61 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
6 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
2h 28m 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 Peoria, IL to Bradley, IL covers 122.1 miles and takes about 2h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, Murray Baker Bridge, West Mazon Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.1 miles from Peoria, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.09 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 2h 28m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hamilton Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Fayette Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (IL 29): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Peoria, IL to Bradley, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Kankakee along the way.
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