Origin
Empire, IL
Late night in Empire on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Empire, IL to North 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 14m
Distance
62.6 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Empire, IL
Claudia Solano
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Empire, IL to North Peoria, IL is 62.6 miles and takes about 1h 14m via I 74, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, moving through the Midwest region. Expect a predominantly highway experience, making it a straightforward and efficient trip. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day journey, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 59.2 mi | 1h 4m |
| East 150 North Road | 1.1 mi | 4m |
| North Knoxville Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| East McClure Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East 200 North Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 59.2 mi, about 1h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Empire, IL and North Peoria, IL.
1
Start on East 150 North Road
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
East 150 North Road
2
Turn left onto US 136
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
East 200 North Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 74 West: Bloomington
4
Merge onto I 74
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 74
5
Take the exit onto I 74
28 mi
·
30 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
8
Turn straight onto IL 40
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Knoxville Avenue
9
Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East McClure Avenue
10
Arrive at destination
East McClure Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.3 miles from Empire, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 60.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
1.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 136 / East 200 North Road
Turn left onto US 136 / East 200 North Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 74 West: Bloomington
Navigation decision point
Toward I 74 West: Bloomington
4
25.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 74
Take the exit onto I 74 toward I 74 West: Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
5
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m 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
60.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m 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
$9.79 one way
$19.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.75 | $21.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.05 | $24.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 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 | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.48 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.76 | $4.01 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
North Peoria, IL
Late night in North Peoria on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Danvers, IL
31 mi in
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 14m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive for 95% of its length. You'll spend most of your time on I 74, which offers a smooth and consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 59.2 miles on I 74, meaning you can settle in without frequent exits. The route is designed for speed and directness, with minimal deviations from major roadways.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.2 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and East 150 North Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near US 136 / East 200 North Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 14m 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 1.1 miles (US 136 / East 200 North Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 25.7 miles (I 74): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 62.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.2 miles on I 74. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.1 miles (US 136 / East 200 North Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 25.7 miles (I 74): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at North 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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