Origin
Peoria, IL
Night in Peoria on Thursday
Local time
9:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Peoria, IL to Eureka, IL
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
27m
Distance
18.1 mi
29 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 29m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
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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Eureka, IL
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Trip Overview
This quick 18.1-mile drive from Peoria, IL to Eureka, IL takes about 27 minutes, making it an easy day trip. You'll spend about 78% of your time on highways, primarily using US 24 and Northeast Adams Street, including crossing the McClugage Bridge. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $3, reflecting the short distance. Given its brevity, this route is ideal for a spontaneous outing or an easy addition to a larger Midwest journey. You won't need an overnight stay, and its simplicity allows for a flexible schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 18.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 27-minute journey. With 78% of the route on highways, you'll encounter faster speeds and fewer interruptions. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 14.1 miles on US 24, offering a consistent driving pace. As you travel from Peoria to Eureka, the road transitions smoothly, largely maintaining its highway character. This drive is designed for efficiency, getting you to your destination with minimal fuss.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 8 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 14.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 24 and Northeast Adams Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hamilton Boulevard.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 5 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 0.1 miles (Northeast Adams Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 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 left onto Hamilton Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Northeast Adams Street
Turn left onto Northeast Adams Street
Navigation decision point
4
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward 150: East Peoria, Washington
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward 150: East Peoria, Washington
3
3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 150 / McClugage Bridge
Merge onto US 150 / McClugage Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
18.1 mi into trip
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~27m in
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IL 117 / North Main Street
Turn left onto IL 117 / North Main Street
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 Peoria, IL and Eureka, IL, road signs point toward 150: East Peoria and Washington.
150: East Peoria
2.7 mi in
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~5m
Washington
2.7 mi in
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~5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 24 | 14.1 mi | 20m |
| Northeast Adams Street | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| McClugage Bridge | 1 mi | 1m |
| Hamilton Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 24
— 14.1 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria, IL and Eureka, IL.
1
Start on Northeast Jefferson Avenue
84 ft
·
8 sec
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
2
Turn left onto Hamilton Boulevard
466 ft
·
20 sec
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Hamilton Boulevard
3
Turn left onto Northeast Adams Street
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Northeast Adams Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward 150: East Peoria, Washington
5
Merge onto US 150
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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McClugage Bridge
6
Continue on US 24
14 mi
·
20 min
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US 24
7
Turn left onto IL 117
19 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Main Street
8
Arrive at destination
IL 117
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.83 one way
$5.66 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.11 | $6.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.48 | $6.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.00 | $7.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.53 | $1.16 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Eureka, IL
Night in Eureka on Thursday
Local time
9:44 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
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
2 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
27m 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 Eureka, IL covers 18.1 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 24, Northeast Adams Street, McClugage Bridge. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.1 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 $2.83 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 27m drive. You will face about 5 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 0.1 miles (Northeast Adams Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Peoria, IL and Eureka, IL, road signs point toward 150: East Peoria and Washington.
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