Origin
Union Grove, IL
Morning in Union Grove on Monday
Local time
6:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Union Grove, IL to North Peoria, IL
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
121.1 mi
195 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Union Grove, IL
Ali Soheil
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Union Grove, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 121.1 miles and takes about 2h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, IL 110 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 81.4 miles on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.39 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
60.6 miles from Union Grove, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 19m highway drive covering 121.1 miles, with most of the trip on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 81.4 miles on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 81.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chicago-Kansas City Expressway and Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hillside Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 19m 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 (Hillside Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (IL 78 / North Cherry Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (IL 78 / East Wall Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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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Hillside Road
Turn left onto Hillside Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.7 mi into trip
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~6m in
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IL 78 / North Cherry Street
Turn right onto IL 78 / North Cherry Street
Navigation decision point
5
3.8 mi into trip
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~7m in
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IL 78 / East Wall Street
Turn left onto IL 78 / East Wall Street
Navigation decision point
5
4 mi into trip
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~7m in
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IL 78 / South Clinton Street
Turn right onto IL 78 / South Clinton Street
Navigation decision point
4
35.6 mi into trip
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~44m in
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IL 110
Take the exit onto IL 110 toward I 80: Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 80: Peoria
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago-Kansas City Expressway | 81.4 mi | 1h 27m |
| Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway | 20 mi | 21m |
| IL 110 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Crosby Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Lincoln Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| West McClure Avenue | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| West Lincolnway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Portland Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
— 81.4 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Union Grove, IL and North Peoria, IL.
1
Start on Ward Road
57 ft
·
7 sec
·
Ward Road
2
Turn left onto Hillside Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Hillside Road
3
Turn left onto US 30
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Lincoln Road
4
Continue on US 30; IL 78
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Lincoln Way
5
Continue on US 30; IL 78
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lincolnway
6
Turn right onto IL 78
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
North Cherry Street
7
Turn left onto IL 78
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Wall Street
8
Turn right onto IL 78
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
South Clinton Street
9
Turn left onto IL 78
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Portland Avenue
10
Continue on IL 78
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Crosby Road
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
12
Merge onto I 88; IL 110
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway
13
Continue on I 88; IL 92; IL 110
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
14
Take the exit onto IL 110
7.1 mi
·
8 min
·
IL 110
Toward I 80: Peoria
15
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 110
76 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward Gale Avenue
17
Turn left onto North Gale Avenue
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Gale Avenue
18
Turn left onto West McClure Avenue
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West McClure Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
East McClure 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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60.6 miles from Union Grove, IL, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81.4 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.6 miles or 1h 11m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Union Grove, 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 Union Grove, IL
This is one driving day of about 121.1 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Union Grove, 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 Chicago-Kansas City Expressway for about 81.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 60.6 mi from Union Grove, IL · 1h 11m 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 60.6 miles from Union Grove, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Chicago-Kansas City Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 81.4 miles.
Arriving in North Peoria, IL
The final approach into North 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 North 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
$18.39 one way
$36.79 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $20.28 | $40.55 |
| premium | $4.80 | $22.86 | $45.72 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.90 | $53.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.72 | $5.81 |
| Efficient EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.60 | $4.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.4 | 0 | $16.95 | $7.75 |
Gas CO2
42 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
North Peoria, IL
Morning in North Peoria on Monday
Local time
6:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
55°F
Peoria, 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
11 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 19m 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 Union Grove, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 121.1 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chicago-Kansas City Expressway, Ronald Reagan Memorial Highway, IL 110. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 60.6 miles from Union Grove, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.39 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 19m 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 (Hillside Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (IL 78 / North Cherry Street): Navigation decision point; at 3.8 miles (IL 78 / East Wall Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Union Grove, IL to North Peoria, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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