Origin
Fox, IL
Morning in Fox on Tuesday
Local time
8:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fox, IL to Peoria, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
109.8 mi
177 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fox, IL
Steffi Wacker
Peoria, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
Fox, IL to Peoria, IL is 110 miles and takes about 2 hours 17 minutes via IL 29 and I-80, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, entirely within Illinois, making it a straightforward trip between two familiar regions. Given its mostly highway profile and short duration, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained roads, so focus on getting there efficiently. It's a solid option if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.9 miles from Fox, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 29 | 32.6 mi | 38m |
| I 80 | 31.6 mi | 33m |
| IL 71 | 21.7 mi | 31m |
| I 180 | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| North Galena Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Eldamain Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Northeast Adams Street | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 29
— 32.6 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fox, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on West Fox Road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
West Fox Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Eldamain Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Eldamain Road
3
Turn right onto IL 71
22 mi
·
31 min
·
IL 71
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
5
Merge onto I 80
32 mi
·
33 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 180 South: Hennepin
7
Continue on I 180
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 180
8
Keep slight right at fork
2.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward Peoria
9
Continue on IL 29
33 mi
·
38 min
·
IL 29
10
Continue on IL 29
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Galena Road
11
Continue on IL 29
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Adams Street
12
Continue on IL 29
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of under 2.5 hours, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning allows you to arrive in Peoria with plenty of daylight. The longest continuous stretch is 32.6 miles on IL 29, so plan for a brief stop before or after this segment if you need to stretch. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical trip, but always check your fuel gauge before departing. Keep an eye out for the transition from highway to local roads as you near Peoria to ensure you're on the right path.
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 54.9 miles from Fox, IL, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.6 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 24 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.9 miles or 1h 8m 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 50m
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 Fox, 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 Fox, IL
This is one driving day of about 109.8 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Fox, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IL 29 for about 32.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.9 miles from Fox, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 1.6 and 64.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1.6 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
IL 71
Turn right onto IL 71
Navigation decision point
5
23.3 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the ramp toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
5
23.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
55.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward I 180 South: Hennepin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 180 South: Hennepin
5
64.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Peoria
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.17 one way
$34.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.85 | $37.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.13 | $42.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.24 | $48.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.53 | $5.27 |
| Efficient EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.61 | $4.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.37 | $7.03 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 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 Tuesday
Local time
8:23 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Chillicothe, IL
55 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
4 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 17m 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?
You'll be on highways for about 86% of this 110-mile trip. Expect a long stretch of 32.6 miles on IL 29, which will likely feel like consistent cruising. The majority of your travel will be on high-speed roads, so be prepared for merging traffic and higher speeds for extended periods. The route transitions from highway to surface roads as you approach your destination.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.6 mi on IL 29.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 29 and I 80. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near IL 71.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Fox, IL to Peoria, IL is easy. At 2h 17m with 86% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (IL 71): Navigation decision point; at 23.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
680 ft
462 ft
Total Climb
141 ft
Total Descent
305 ft
Highest Point
680 ft
~54.9 mi in
Elevation Range
218 ft
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.
On the drive from Fox, IL to Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.
Rock Island
23.3 mi in
|
~34m
About the Cities
Arriving in Peoria, IL
Full guide →Founded 1680
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.
Top landmarks
- • Madison Theatre — theater and former movie theater in Peoria, Illinois, United States
- • Hotel Père Marquette — hotel in downtown Peoria, Illinois
- • Illinois Waterway Project Office — U.S. Army Core of Engineers facility in Peoria, Illinois
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 2h 17m. Total distance: 109.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.6 miles on IL 29. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.6 miles (IL 71): Navigation decision point; at 23.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.6 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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