Origin
Garfield, IL
Morning in Garfield on Tuesday
Local time
11:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Garfield, 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
1h 23m
Distance
56.2 mi
90 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Garfield, IL
Agung Pandit Wiguna
Peoria, IL
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 56.2-mile drive from Garfield, IL to Peoria, IL is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 23 minutes. You'll primarily be on IL 29 and North Galena Road, with a segment on 700 North Road, making for a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, this trip through the Midwest is quite budget-friendly. Given the short duration, you have plenty of flexibility for departure times and spontaneous stops along the way. Plan for a relaxed journey without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 700 North Road | 16.1 mi | 23m |
| IL 29 | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| North Galena Road | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| North State Route 29 | 6 mi | 7m |
| North 9th Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| 5th Street | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| County Highway 44 | 1.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
700 North Road
— 16.1 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garfield, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on this road
249 ft
·
18 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East 1075th Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
East 1075th Road
3
Continue on North 1050th Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North 1050th Road
4
Turn right onto CH 44
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
County Highway 44
5
Turn right onto IL 17
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
North 9th Road
6
Continue on IL 17
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
East Elm Street
7
Turn left onto IL 17; IL 251
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Chestnut Street
8
Turn left onto IL 17; IL 251
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 17; IL 251
9
Turn right onto IL 17
16 mi
·
23 min
·
700 North Road
10
Continue on 5th Street
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
5th Street
11
Turn left onto IL 29
0.5 mi
·
32 sec
·
Railroad Street
12
Continue on IL 29
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
IL 29
13
Continue on IL 29
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
North State Route 29
14
Continue on IL 29
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
North Galena Road
15
Continue on IL 29
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Galena Road
16
Continue on IL 29
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Adams Street
17
Continue on IL 29
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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
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 0 and 9.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East 1075th Road
Turn left onto East 1075th Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
CH 44 / County Highway 44
Turn right onto CH 44 / County Highway 44
Navigation decision point
4
2.2 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
IL 17 / North 9th Road
Turn right onto IL 17 / North 9th Road
Navigation decision point
4
7.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
IL 17; IL 251 / North Chestnut Street
Turn left onto IL 17; IL 251 / North Chestnut Street
Navigation decision point
4
9.5 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
IL 17 / 700 North Road
Turn right onto IL 17 / 700 North Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.79 one way
$17.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.65 | $19.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.82 | $21.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.90 | $2.70 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.87 | $3.60 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
11:58 AM
CDT
Current temp
43°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
NW 13 mph
24% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 4:02AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 3:59AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
51°F
Rome, IL
28 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
8 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 23m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a varied driving experience on this route, with 31% of the drive on highway portions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.1 miles along 700 North Road. This drive isn't a monotonous interstate grind; instead, it offers a blend of faster highway sections and more local road driving. As you progress, the road character will likely shift, providing a dynamic feel behind the wheel. It's a route that keeps you engaged without being overly challenging.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.1 mi on 700 North Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 1075th Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Garfield, IL to Peoria, IL is easy. At 1h 23m with 31% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East 1075th Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (CH 44 / County Highway 44): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (IL 17 / North 9th Road): Navigation decision point.
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 1h 23m. Total distance: 56.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.1 miles on 700 North Road. 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: near the start (East 1075th Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (CH 44 / County Highway 44): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (IL 17 / North 9th Road): Navigation decision point.
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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