Origin
Serena, IL
Late night in Serena on Wednesday
Local time
2:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Serena, IL to Peoria, IL
Data updated 5 hours ago
Drive Time
2h
Distance
96.3 mi
155 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
19 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Serena, IL
Mike Tyurin
Peoria, IL
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Trip Overview
This 96.3-mile drive from Serena, IL to Peoria, IL is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours. Given its short duration and manageable distance, it's perfectly suited as a day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $15, making it an economical option for exploring the Midwest. You'll primarily be on IL 29 and I-80/I-180, offering a consistent driving experience. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
48.2 miles from Serena, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 96.3-mile trip, with 73% of the route utilizing interstate or major highway systems. The drive progresses with a significant stretch of 32.6 miles on IL 29, offering a more continuous road experience before you potentially merge onto other main arteries. While not a winding, scenic byway, this route prioritizes efficient travel. You'll find the road character remains largely consistent, focusing on getting you to Peoria smoothly. It's a drive designed for steady progress rather than leisurely exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 29 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 29 and I 80. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 2282nd Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 8 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 (East 2282nd Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 52 / North 38th Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East 2282nd Road
Turn left onto East 2282nd Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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US 52 / North 38th Road
Turn right onto US 52 / North 38th Road
Navigation decision point
5
4.4 mi into trip
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~7m in
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US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road
Navigation decision point
5
13.2 mi into trip
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~22m in
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I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
51.5 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Peoria
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 Serena, IL to Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.
Rock Island
12.8 mi in
|
~21m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 29 | 32.6 mi | 38m |
| I 80 | 28.6 mi | 30m |
| I 180 | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| North Galena Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| East 17th Road | 6 mi | 10m |
| North 38th Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| E 18th Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
IL 29
— 32.6 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Serena, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on North 3806th Road
85 ft
·
9 sec
·
North 3806th Road
2
Turn left onto East 2282nd Road
360 ft
·
17 sec
·
East 2282nd Road
3
Turn right onto US 52
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
North 38th Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 52; IL 23
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
E 18th Road
5
Turn left onto IL 23
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
East 17th Road
6
Continue on IL 23
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Columbus Street
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
8
Merge onto I 80
29 mi
·
30 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 180 South: Hennepin
10
Continue on I 180
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 180
11
Keep slight right at fork
2.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward Peoria
12
Continue on IL 29
33 mi
·
38 min
·
IL 29
13
Continue on IL 29
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Galena Road
14
Continue on IL 29
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Adams Street
15
Continue on IL 29
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Trip Plan
For this short 2-hour trip, flexibility is your best friend. You can leave Serena at your leisure, as there's no need to break up this 96.3-mile drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, keeping your tank topped off is simple. Watch for the longest stretch of 32.6 miles on IL 29; plan for any necessary stops either before or after this segment to ensure you're comfortable. Since this is a highway-focused drive, rest stops will be readily available at major interchanges. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour traffic entering Peoria.
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 48.2 miles from Serena, IL, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.6 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 80 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.2 miles or 1h 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Serena, 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 Serena, IL
This is one driving day of about 96.3 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Serena, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on IL 29 for about 32.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.2 mi from Serena, IL · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.2 miles from Serena, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Peoria, IL
The final approach into Peoria, 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 Peoria, 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
$15.06 one way
$30.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.53 | $33.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.53 | $37.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.26 | $42.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
19 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Hy-Vee - Tesla Supercharger
Peru, IL
Tesla
20 DCFC
Culver's - Tesla Supercharger
East Peoria, IL
Tesla
12 DCFC
Hy-Vee Peoria - Tesla Supercharger
Peoria, IL
Tesla
8 DCFC
Quality Inn Ottawa near Starved Rock State Park
Ottawa, IL
UNIVERSAL
4 DCFC
Super 8 by Wyndham Ottawa
Ottawa, IL
UNIVERSAL
4 DCFC
Heritage Harbor
Ottawa, IL
UNIVERSAL
4 DCFC
Flying J 644
LaSalle, IL
eVgo Network
4 DCFC
Schimmer Ford
Peru, IL
FORD_CHARGE
4 DCFC
UNIVERSAL: 8
Tesla: 3
ChargePoint Network: 2
FORD_CHARGE: 2
Blink Network: 2
eVgo Network: 1
Non-Networked: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
| Efficient EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.43 | $3.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.48 | $6.16 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Late night in Peoria on Wednesday
Local time
2:33 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
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
2h 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 Serena, IL to Peoria, IL covers 96.3 miles and takes about 2h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 29, I 80, I 180. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.2 miles from Serena, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.06 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 drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 2282nd Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 52 / North 38th Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Serena, IL to Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.
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