Origin
Blue Mound, IL
Morning in Blue Mound on Sunday
Local time
9:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blue Mound, IL to Peoria, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 55m
Distance
91.1 mi
147 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 48m
★
6 AM
1h 56m
8 AM
2h 13m
10 AM
2h 2m
12 PM
2h 0m
3 PM
2h 3m
5 PM
2h 12m
8 PM
1h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blue Mound, IL
Siarhei Nester
Peoria, IL
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Trip Overview
This 87.8-mile drive from Blue Mound, IL to Peoria, IL will take you about 1 hour and 36 minutes. It's a straightforward trip entirely within Illinois, making it an ideal day trip with no need to break it up. The estimated fuel cost is around $13, which is quite budget-friendly for the distance covered. This route is characterized by numerous turns, so be prepared for a more engaged driving experience rather than a simple highway cruise. It's a practical option for a quick journey between these two Midwest communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.6 miles from Blue Mound, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 155 | 32 mi | 34m |
| East Pershing Road | 27.9 mi | 41m |
| North Railroad Avenue | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| US 51 | 8.1 mi | 8m |
| I 74 | 7 mi | 8m |
| Woodlawn Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Keokuk Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| I 55 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 155
— 32 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blue Mound, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on IL 48
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Railroad Avenue
2
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
3
Merge onto US 51
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
US 51
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 138
Toward IL 121: Decatur, Lincoln
5
Keep slight right at fork onto 72 EB Ramp
134 ft
·
3 sec
·
72 EB Ramp
6
Turn straight onto IL 121
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
IL Route 121
7
Continue on IL 121
28 mi
·
41 min
·
East Pershing Road
8
Continue on IL 10; IL 121
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Keokuk Street
9
Continue on IL 10; IL 121
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Woodlawn Road
10
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
11
Merge onto I 55
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 55
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 155
32 mi
·
34 min
·
I 155
Exit 127
Toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
14
Merge onto I 74
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 74
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
16
Take the exit onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
IL 29
Toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
17
Continue on Spalding Avenue
452 ft
·
20 sec
·
Spalding Avenue
18
Turn left onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Trip Plan
Given this is a relatively short drive of under two hours, you have a lot of flexibility in when you depart. Leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive in Peoria with plenty of time to explore. Since there are no designated stops, consider planning brief breaks as needed, especially given the turn-heavy nature of the route. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as you'll want to start with a full tank to avoid any mid-drive stops. A practical tip for this specific drive is to familiarize yourself with the IL 121 and 72 EB Ramp segments beforehand, as these are key to navigating the numerous turns efficiently.
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 45.6 miles from Blue Mound, IL, or about 1h 1m 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.6 miles or 1h 1m 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 35m
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 Blue Mound, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Blue Mound, IL
This is one driving day of about 91.1 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Blue Mound, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 155 for about 32 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.6 miles from Blue Mound, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 17.7 and 91 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
17.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward IL 121: Decatur, Lincoln
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 138
Toward IL 121: Decatur, Lincoln
7
50.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
|
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
82.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
5
84.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
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
91 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
|
IL 29 / Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Turn left onto IL 29 / Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.24 one way
$28.48 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.64 | $31.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.53 | $35.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.11 | $40.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.57 | $4.37 |
| Efficient EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.4 | 0 | $12.75 | $5.83 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Morning in Peoria on Sunday
Local time
9:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Delavan, IL
46 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 55m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 87.8-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating local roads for the full 1 hour and 36 minutes. The route primarily utilizes IL 121 and the 72 EB Ramp, indicating a consistent need to adjust your steering and speed. There isn't a 'longest stretch' specified, reinforcing the idea that this is a continuous series of turns and adjustments rather than long, straightaways. This driving profile means you'll be actively involved in piloting your vehicle for the entire trip.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32 mi on I 155.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 17.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 91.1 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 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.8 miles (I 155): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Blue Mound, IL and Peoria, IL, road signs point toward Lincoln and Hartsburg.
Lincoln
17.7 mi in
|
~19m
Hartsburg
50.8 mi in
|
~1h 10m
|
via I 155
About the Cities
Starting in Blue Mound, IL
Full guide →Arriving in Peoria, IL
Full guide →Peoria is a city in Illinois and the county seat of Peoria County. It serves as a regional hub for the primarily rural and agricultural center of the state. Peoria is a small but diverse city of approximately 115,000 people that anchors a three-county metropolitan area of nearly 400,000.
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 55m. Total distance: 91.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32 miles on I 155. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Peoria, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.8 miles (I 155): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Peoria, IL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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