Origin
Yorkville, IL
Evening in Yorkville on Friday
Local time
5:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yorkville, IL to Bloomington, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
95.1 mi
153 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yorkville, IL
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Trip Overview
This 95.1-mile drive from Yorkville, IL to Bloomington, IL is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 58 minutes. Given its short duration, it's perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on major highways, making for a predictable journey through the Midwest. The estimated fuel cost is around $15, which is quite budget-friendly for a trip of this length. This route is ideal if you're looking for a quick and efficient way to travel between these two Illinois locations without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.5 miles from Yorkville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Bloomington, IL
Full guide →Bloomington, pop. 77,000 (2010 census), is a city in the Midwestern state of Illinois in the United States of America, on the classic Route 66 highway across the country. With neighboring Normal, pop. 52,000 (2010 census), it forms a combined community of about 130,000 known locally as the Twin Cities. Illinois Wesleyan University is in Bloomington, and is not to be confused with Illinois State University in Normal.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 95.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for this route, with 82% of your journey on major roads like I-55. The character of the drive is largely defined by these faster stretches, including a continuous segment of 51.7 miles on I-55. While it's not a winding country road, the efficient nature of the interstate system allows for steady progress. You'll experience the typical Midwest landscape from the highway, keeping you moving at a consistent pace for most of the 1 hour and 58-minute trip.
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.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and IL 47. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 36.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 95.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 36.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 36.7 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.4 miles (I 55 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
36.4 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Bloomington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
5
36.7 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
88.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
|
I 55 Business
Take the exit onto I 55 Business toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, Central Illinois Regional Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 167
Toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, C...
6
92.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward IL 9 West: Pekin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward IL 9 West: Pekin
6
94.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
|
US 150 / North Clinton Street
Turn left onto US 150 / North Clinton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Yorkville, IL to Bloomington, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Illinois Regional Airport along the way.
Illinois Regional Airport
88.4 mi in
|
~1h 44m
|
via I 55 Business
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 51.7 mi | 55m |
| IL 47 | 22.1 mi | 25m |
| I 55 Business | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| South Bridge Street | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| East Empire Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North Bridge Street | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| North Veterans Parkway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Mulberry Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 51.7 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yorkville, IL and Bloomington, IL.
1
Start on South Bridge Street
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
South Bridge Street
Use the left lane.
2
Continue on this road
10 mi
·
16 min
·
this road
Use the straight lane.
3
Continue on North Bridge Street
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bridge Street
4
Continue on IL 47
22 mi
·
25 min
·
IL 47
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
6
Merge onto I 55
52 mi
·
55 min
·
I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto I 55 Business
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
I 55 Business
Exit 167
Toward I 55 Business South: Veterans Parkway, Central Illinois Regional Airport
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on I 55 Business
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Veterans Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
Toward IL 9 West: Pekin
Use the right lane.
10
Turn straight onto IL 9
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Empire Street
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto US 150
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
North Clinton Street
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto East Mulberry Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
East Mulberry Street
13
Turn left onto North Prairie Street
275 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Prairie Street
14
Turn right onto East Douglas Street
504 ft
·
23 sec
·
East Douglas Street
15
Turn right onto US 51 Business
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
North East Street
16
Arrive at destination
US 51 Business
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of just under 2 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should allow you to avoid significant traffic. With no designated stops, you can plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps utilizing rest areas along I-55. Keep an eye on your fuel, though the estimated $15 cost suggests you won't need frequent fill-ups. A practical tip is to check your GPS for any real-time I-55 Business updates, as this will be your final approach into Bloomington.
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 47.5 miles from Yorkville, IL, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.7 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 21 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.5 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomington, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Yorkville, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Yorkville, IL
This is one driving day of about 95.1 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Yorkville, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 51.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.5 mi from Yorkville, 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.5 miles from Yorkville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bloomington, IL
The final approach into Bloomington, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.87 one way
$29.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.32 | $32.65 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.30 | $36.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.00 | $41.99 |
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: 33.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.99 | $4.56 |
| Efficient EV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.32 | $3.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38 | 0 | $13.31 | $6.09 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Bloomington, IL
Evening in Bloomington on Friday
Local time
5:54 PM
CDT
Current temp
52°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
16 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 58m 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 Yorkville, IL to Bloomington, IL covers 95.1 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, IL 47, I 55 Business. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.5 miles from Yorkville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.87 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 95.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 36.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 36.7 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.4 miles (I 55 Business): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Yorkville, IL to Bloomington, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Illinois Regional Airport along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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