Traveling from Maryville to Bloomington covers 147.3 miles through the heart of the Midwest, making for a straightforward trip that typically takes 2 hours and 44 minutes. Because this route is easily manageable in a single day, you can comfortably complete the journey without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $22 on fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-55, transitioning onto South Veterans Parkway and South Main Street as you reach your destination. It is a practical, efficiency-focused drive that connects two Illinois communities with minimal fuss. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, the simplicity of this path allows for a stress-free travel experience.
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
73.6 miles from Maryville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
141.4 mi
2h 32m
South Veterans Parkway
2.5 mi
3m
South Main Street
1.3 mi
3m
South East Street
0.5 mi
1m
Maryville Road
0.5 mi
<1m
S Center Street
0.4 mi
<1m
South Center Street
0.3 mi
<1m
East Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 141.4 mi, about 2h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryville, IL and Bloomington, IL.
1
Start on East Main Street
175 ft·15 sec·East Main Street
2
Turn left onto IL 159
0.3 mi·28 sec·South Center Street
3
Continue on IL 159
0.5 mi·42 sec·Maryville Road
4
Continue on IL 159
0.4 mi·33 sec·S Center Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·19 sec
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
6
Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40
4.1 mi·4 min·I 55; I 70; US 40
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
108 mi·1 hr 56 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
29 mi·31 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North: ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 Business
0.3 mi·20 sec·South Veterans Parkway
Exit 157A; 157BToward I 55 Business North, I 74 East: Indianapolis
10
Continue on I 55 Business
2.1 mi·3 min·South Veterans Parkway
Exit 157BToward I 55 Business NorthUse the left / straight lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward US 51 Business
12
Turn left onto US 51 Business
1.3 mi·3 min·South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 51 Business
0.5 mi·1 min·South East Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
US 51 Business
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic. Plan for at least one stop during the 147.3-mile drive to stretch your legs and ensure you remain alert during the long 141.4-mile stint on I-55. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, as the $22 estimate assumes steady highway speeds. Because the route is almost entirely highway-based, check traffic reports for I-55 before you leave to ensure there are no major delays on your primary path. Taking advantage of the single planned stop allows you to break up the monotony of the interstate, making the 2-hour and 44-minute drive feel much shorter.
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 73.6 miles from Maryville, IL, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 141.4 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 32 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.6 miles or 1h 20m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomington, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maryville, 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 Maryville, IL
This is one driving day of about 147.3 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Maryville, 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 I 55 for about 141.4 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 142.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|IL 159 / South Center Street
Turn left onto IL 159 / South Center Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 55 North, I 70 East
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
6
5.5 mi into trip|~7m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
7
113.4 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
7
142.7 mi into trip|~2h 35m in|I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway toward I 55 Business North, I 74 East: Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 157A; 157B
Toward I 55 Business North, I 74 East: Indianap...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.03 one way
$46.06 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.28
$50.57
premium
$4.89
$28.35
$56.69
diesel
$5.61
$32.52
$65.04
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: 51.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.2
0
$15.47
$7.07
Efficient EV
36.8
0
$12.89
$5.89
EV Truck/SUV
58.9
0
$20.62
$9.43
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Maryville, IL
Late night
in Maryville on Sunday
Local time
2:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
S 12 mph18% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 9:43PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 9:43PM CDT until April 19 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Destination
Bloomington, IL
Late night
in Bloomington on Sunday
Local time
2:32 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 17 mph49% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 9:43PM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 9:43PM CDT until April 19 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
75°F
Grandview, IL
74 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
1 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
2h 44m 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.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is defined by its reliance on major infrastructure, with 98% of the route consisting of highway driving. You will spend the bulk of your time on a long, uninterrupted stretch of 141.4 miles along I-55, which dictates the steady pace of the journey. The drive maintains a consistent, highway-focused character that favors speed and directness over winding, technical turns. As you navigate from the interstate toward South Veterans Parkway and South Main Street, the environment shifts from high-speed transit to the local flow of Bloomington. Expect a fairly uniform experience behind the wheel, as the route is designed to get you to your destination with as few diversions as possible.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 141.4 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and South Veterans Parkway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 159 / South Center Street.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.3 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (IL 159 / South Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Bloomington, pop. 77,000 (2010 census), is a city in the Midwestern state of Illinois in the United States of America, on the classic Route 66 highway across the country. With neighboring Normal, pop. 52,000 (2010 census), it forms a combined community of about 130,000 known locally as the Twin Cities. Illinois Wesleyan University is in Bloomington, and is not to be confused with Illinois State University in Normal.
Top landmarks
•David Davis Mansion — house museum in Bloomington, Illinois
•Bloomington Central Business District — historic and central business district in Bloomington, McLean County, Illinois,...
•George H. Miller House — Bloomington, Illinois, listed on the National Register of Historic Places
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 147.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 141.4 miles on I 55. 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 Bloomington, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 159 / South Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. 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 Bloomington, IL before heading back.
