Countryside, IL to North Peoria, IL is 152 miles and takes about 2h 53m via Adlai Stevenson Expressway and I-74, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, primarily traversing Illinois. Expect a straightforward drive that's almost entirely on major highways, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. With a recommended single day for travel, you can easily complete this route without needing an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76 miles from Countryside, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 27m into the drive
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Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 4 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,093 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,450
Quietest
2 AM
~146 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 43 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Countryside, IL and North Peoria, IL.
1
Start on South Brainard Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·South Brainard Avenue
2
Turn right onto Joliet Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Joliet Road
3
Keep slight left at fork onto Joliet Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Joliet Road
Toward I 55 South
4
Merge onto I 55
113 mi·2 hr 6 min·Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi·49 sec
Toward I 74 West: PeoriaUse the slight right lane.
6
Continue on I 74
27 mi·29 min·I 74
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.7 mi·8 min·I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
9
Turn straight onto IL 40
1.0 mi·1 min·North Knoxville Avenue
10
Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·East McClure Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
East McClure Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, this is an ideal same-day trip, offering flexibility for departure time. You'll want to budget around $23 for fuel. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically, perhaps for a quick stretch break midway. The majority of your drive will be on the Adlai Stevenson Expressway and I-74, so keep an eye on your fuel gauge as services can be spaced out on these stretches. Consider leaving early to avoid potential rush hour congestion if your timing aligns with peak commuting hours.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76 miles from Countryside, IL, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113 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 33 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 21m
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 Countryside, 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 Countryside, IL
This is one driving day of about 152 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Countryside, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Adlai Stevenson Expressway for about 113 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 150.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.9 mi into trip|~3m in|Joliet Road
Keep slight left at fork onto Joliet Road toward I 55 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 55 South
5
2.6 mi into trip|~5m in|I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge onto I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
115.6 mi into trip|~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 74 West: Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
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143.6 mi into trip|~2h 41m 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
4
150.2 mi into trip|~2h 50m in
Take the exit toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.19 one way
$46.38 round trip
$3.88/gal25.4 MPG avg53 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.27
$25.54
$51.08
premium
$4.81
$28.76
$57.52
diesel
$5.40
$32.33
$64.67
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.6
0
$15.96
$7.30
Efficient EV
38
0
$13.30
$6.08
EV Truck/SUV
60.8
0
$21.28
$9.73
Gas CO2
53 kg
EV CO2
18 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.
Forecast as of Apr 26, 2026
Origin
Countryside, IL
Morning
in Countryside on Sunday
Local time
7:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Peoria, IL
Morning
in North Peoria on Sunday
Local time
7:46 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Mostly Clear
ENE 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 7:32PM CDT until April 30 at 3:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 7:32PM CDT until May 2 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
62°F
Pontiac, IL
76 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
3 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 53m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely highway cruising, with 97% of the drive on major interstates. You'll spend the longest stretch, 113 miles, on the Adlai Stevenson Expressway before transitioning to I-74. The remaining 3% of the drive, approximately 4.5 miles, will be on surface roads like Joliet Road as you approach your destination. Expect a consistent flow of traffic and numerous exits as you navigate these expressways.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113 mi on Adlai Stevenson Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Adlai Stevenson Expressway and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near Joliet Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 53m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (Joliet Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.6 miles (I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The longest stretch is about 113 miles on Adlai Stevenson Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (Joliet Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2.6 miles (I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 115.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North Peoria, IL before heading back.
