Origin
Springfield, IL
Late night in Springfield on Wednesday
Local time
5:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Springfield, IL to East Peoria, IL
Data updated 1 second ago
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
70.9 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
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6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Springfield, IL
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East Peoria, IL
Stéphane Tendon
Trip Overview
This 70.9-mile drive from Springfield, IL, to East Peoria, IL, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 21 minutes. As a single-day excursion, it's ideal for a quick journey between two points within the Midwest. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an economical option for getting where you need to go. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it a no-fuss drive for those prioritizing efficiency. There are no designated stops along this particular path, so you'll want to plan your own breaks.
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
35.5 miles from Springfield, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 41m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for 93% of this 70.9-mile journey. You'll primarily be navigating on I-155, I-55, and I-74, which means consistent speed limits and minimal traffic lights. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 32 miles on I-155, allowing for a solid period of cruising. This route offers a predictable driving experience, largely characterized by open road and efficient travel. It's designed for covering distance quickly rather than for leisurely sightseeing.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 155 is the longest continuous segment at about 32 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 155 and I 55. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North 12th Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 70.9 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 0.2 miles (North 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.2 miles (I 155): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North 12th Street
Turn left onto North 12th Street
Navigation decision point
7
32.2 mi into trip
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~38m in
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I 155
Keep slight left at fork onto I 155 toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 127
Toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
5
64.1 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
5
66 mi into trip
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~1h 15m in
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I 74
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74 toward I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
5
70.2 mi into trip
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~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward US 150 West, US 24, IL 29 South, IL 116: North Main Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150 West, US 24, IL 29 South, IL 116:...
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 Springfield, IL to East Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Hartsburg along the way.
Hartsburg
32.2 mi in
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~38m
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via I 155
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 155 | 32 mi | 34m |
| I 55 | 29.2 mi | 31m |
| I 74 | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| Clear Lake Avenue | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| East Washington Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 12th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 155
— 32 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Springfield, IL and East Peoria, IL.
1
Start on East Washington Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
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East Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn left onto North 12th Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
North 12th Street
3
Turn straight onto IL 97
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Clear Lake Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
5
Merge onto I 55
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 55
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 155
32 mi
·
34 min
·
I 155
Exit 127
Toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
8
Merge onto I 74
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 74
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
4.2 mi
·
4 min
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I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward US 150 West, US 24, IL 29 South, IL 116: North Main Street
11
Turn left onto US 24; US 150; IL 116
0.5 mi
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57 sec
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North Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
IL 8; IL 116; IL 29
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 21-minute duration, this drive offers plenty of flexibility. You can leave Springfield, IL, at your convenience, perhaps avoiding rush hour by departing mid-morning or early afternoon. Since there are no official stops, consider fueling up before you leave Springfield to ensure you have ample gas. The 32-mile stretch on I-155 is a good point to check your fuel level and plan your first brief rest stop if needed. This efficient route makes it easy to arrive in East Peoria, IL, without feeling rushed.
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 35.5 miles from Springfield, IL, or about 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32 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 70.9 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.5 miles or 41m 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 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near East Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Springfield, 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 Springfield, IL
This is one driving day of about 70.9 miles and 1h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Springfield, 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 I 155 for about 32 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.5 mi from Springfield, IL · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 70.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Springfield, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in East Peoria, IL
The final approach into East 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 East 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
$11.08 one way
$22.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.17 | $24.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.64 | $27.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.65 | $31.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.44 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.93 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
East Peoria, IL
Late night in East Peoria on Wednesday
Local time
5:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°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
8 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
1h 21m 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 Springfield, IL to East Peoria, IL covers 70.9 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 155, I 55, I 74. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.5 miles from Springfield, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.08 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 70.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North 12th Street): Navigation decision point; at 32.2 miles (I 155): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Springfield, IL to East Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Hartsburg along the way.
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