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Trip from Peoria, IL to Clarendon Hills, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 53m

Distance

151.1 mi

243 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 42m ★
6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 47m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Peoria, IL to Clarendon Hills, IL covers 151.1 miles and takes about 2h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 55, Murray Baker Bridge, Kingery Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 111 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.62 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

75.5 miles from Peoria, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 111 mi 2h 3m
Murray Baker Bridge 33 mi 36m
Kingery Highway 3.3 mi 4m
South Prospect Avenue 0.7 mi 2m
55th Street 0.4 mi <1m
IL 29 0.2 mi <1m
Fayette Street <0.1 mi <1m
Hamilton Boulevard <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 111 mi, about 2h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Peoria, IL and Clarendon Hills, IL.

1

Start on Northeast Jefferson Avenue

84 ft · 5 sec · 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 · Northeast Madison Avenue
4

Turn right onto Fayette Street

469 ft · 15 sec · 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

111 mi · 2 hr 3 min · I 55; US 51
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 25 sec
Exit 274 Toward IL 83: Kingery Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward IL 83 North: Kingery Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward IL 83 North: Kingery Road North Use the right lane.
12

Continue on IL 83

3.3 mi · 4 min · Kingery Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward 55th Street Use the slight right lane.
14

Turn right onto 55th Street

0.4 mi · 55 sec · 55th Street
Use the left lane.
15

Turn right onto South Prospect Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · South Prospect Avenue
16

Continue on South Prospect Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · South Prospect Avenue
17

Arrive at destination

North Prospect Avenue

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 75.5 miles from Peoria, IL, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 111 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 33 miles or 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 75.5 miles or 1h 25m 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 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clarendon Hills, 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 151.1 miles and 2h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from 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 55 for about 111 miles.

Where to Stop

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

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Mid-route town

Meal stop

Reading, IL

76 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

Normal, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Reading, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75.5 miles from Peoria, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 111 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

3 Rivers Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Channahon, Illinois

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 118.7

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18158285110

Visit website

Honey Sugar's Cafe, LLC

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Peoria, Illinois

0.2 mi

Village Gourmet - Cafe & Catering

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clarendon Hills, Illinois

0.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Kafé De Kasa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Crest Hill, Illinois

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 129.5

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18156303694

Visit website

Ten Drops Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plainfield, Illinois

2.4 mi

Emmys Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Braidwood, Illinois

2.2 mi

3 Rivers Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 118.7

Channahon, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18158285110

Visit website

Honey Sugar's Cafe, LLC

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+13096431089

Visit website

Village Gourmet - Cafe & Catering

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 151.1

Clarendon Hills, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+16303236885

Visit website

Taste of Jerusalem

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 129.5

Plainfield, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+18157826500

Visit website

DW Diner Express & Liquor Store

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 118.7

Channahon, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+18153354448

Visit website

Dolce Restaurant & Wine Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $30 to $50 mile 151.1

Westmont, Illinois

Hours: 4–9 pm

+16306630401

Visit website

Haddad's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+13096725339

One World

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 7:30 am–8 pm

+13096721522

Visit website

Kafé De Kasa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 129.5

Crest Hill, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18156303694

Visit website

Ten Drops Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 129.5

Plainfield, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+16306962137

Visit website

Emmys Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 107.9

Braidwood, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18153905133

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 129.5

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+18156304235

Visit website

Emmy's Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 107.9

Coal City, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18155185375

Bonny's Bistro

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 129.5

Joliet, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18476271095

Visit website

The Happy Crab Mobile Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 118.7

Minooka, Illinois

+18155928941

Visit website

Brick & Ivy Coffee Co.

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 118.7

Channahon, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12176638389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

InCharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 10.8

Morton, Illinois

+13092913039

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Peoria, Illinois

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 32.4

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13094948850

Visit website

Prairie Trail Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 151.1

Willowbrook, Illinois

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

Visit website

Dock Rotz Tavern

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 118.7

Minooka, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18154672200

Visit website

The Wine Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 107.9

Wilmington, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+18154769009

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 33.4 and 149.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
33.4 mi into trip | ~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
7
145.8 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in

Take the exit toward IL 83: Kingery Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 274 Toward IL 83: Kingery Road
8
146 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in

Keep slight left at fork toward IL 83 North: Kingery Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward IL 83 North: Kingery Road
8
146.2 mi into trip | ~2h 44m in

Keep slight right at fork toward IL 83 North: Kingery Road North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward IL 83 North: Kingery Road North
6
149.8 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in

Take the exit toward 55th Street

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward 55th Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.62 one way

$47.25 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $25.94 $51.87
premium $4.89 $29.08 $58.16
diesel $5.61 $33.36 $66.72

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 52.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.3 0 $15.87 $7.25
Efficient EV 37.8 0 $13.22 $6.04
EV Truck/SUV 60.4 0 $21.15 $9.67

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Peoria, IL

Afternoon in Peoria on Saturday

Local time

1:50 PM

CDT

Current temp

43°F

Rain Showers Likely

NW 13 mph 67% chance Live forecast

Destination

Clarendon Hills, IL

Afternoon in Clarendon Hills on Saturday

Local time

1:50 PM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

70°F

Reading, IL

76 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

26 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 53m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Pullman National Historical Park

Pullman National Historical Park

National Historical Park

In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...

18 mi from route ~45 min detour Free near mile 145.9
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

151.1 mi in 2h 53m, mostly highway — 111 mi of that is on I 55.

74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 111 mi on I 55.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Murray Baker Bridge. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 33.4 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 151.1 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 33.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 146 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 151.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 111 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Clarendon Hills, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 33.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 146 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clarendon Hills, IL before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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