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Trip from Matteson, IL to North Peoria, IL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 53m

Distance

150.2 mi

242 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

26 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 42m ★
6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Matteson, IL

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Downtown North Peoria, IL, IL

North Peoria, IL

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 150.2-mile drive from Matteson, IL, to North Peoria, IL, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 2 hours and 53 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-55, I-74, and I-57, you'll find it to be a highway-focused journey across the heart of Illinois. With an estimated fuel cost of around $23, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. The route offers a consistent travel experience, making it ideal for those who prefer reaching their destination without many detours. Given its relatively short duration and limited number of recommended stops, you can depart at your convenience and arrive with plenty of daylight left.

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

75.1 miles from Matteson, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 77.4 mi 1h 22m
I 74 34.1 mi 37m
I 57 12.9 mi 13m
West Wilmington Road 12.1 mi 16m
West Peotone Road 4 mi 5m
New River Road 2.3 mi 3m
Lincoln Highway 1.7 mi 3m
North River Road 1.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 77.4 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Matteson, IL and North Peoria, IL.

1

Start on Governors Highway

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Governors Highway
2

Turn left onto US 30

1.7 mi · 3 min · Lincoln Highway
Use the left lane.
3

Turn left

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee
4

Merge onto I 57

13 mi · 13 min · I 57
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Exit 327 Toward Peotone, Wilmington
6

Turn right onto CH 25

12 mi · 16 min · West Wilmington Road
7

Continue on CH 25

4.0 mi · 5 min · West Peotone Road
8

Turn right onto IL 53

0.5 mi · 48 sec · South Chicago Road
9

Turn left onto CH 44

2.3 mi · 3 min · New River Road
10

Continue on CH 44

1.4 mi · 1 min · North River Road
11

Continue on CH 44

0.3 mi · 25 sec · County Highway 44
12

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
13

Merge onto I 55

77 mi · 1 hr 22 min · I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 49 sec
Toward I 74 West: Peoria Use the slight right lane.
15

Continue on I 74

27 mi · 29 min · I 74
16

Keep slight right at fork onto I 74

6.7 mi · 8 min · I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
17

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
18

Turn straight onto IL 40

1.0 mi · 1 min · North Knoxville Avenue
19

Turn right onto East McClure Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · East McClure Avenue
20

Arrive at destination

East McClure Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 53-minute drive, departing anytime between late morning and early afternoon should allow you to avoid the heaviest traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of approximately $23, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest 77.4-mile stretch on I-55, as services can be more spread out. Since this is a manageable day trip, you can easily adjust your departure time based on your schedule and arrive in North Peoria feeling refreshed.

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 75.1 miles from Matteson, IL, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.4 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 33 miles or 43m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 75.1 miles or 1h 29m 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 Matteson, 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 Matteson, IL

This is one driving day of about 150.2 miles and 2h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Matteson, 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 77.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

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Mid-route town

Meal stop

Reading, IL

75 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

Joliet, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Reading, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75.1 miles from Matteson, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Hidden Manna Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Matteson, Illinois

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+17082485571

Visit website

Pepe's Mexican Restaurants - Matteson

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Matteson, Illinois

0.6 mi

Whistle Stop Cafe Diamond IL

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Diamond, Illinois

1.2 mi

Best coffee break

Bonny's Bistro

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Matteson, Illinois

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+17738964817

Visit website

Emmys Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Braidwood, Illinois

1.6 mi

Emmy's Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Coal City, Illinois

2.4 mi

Hidden Manna Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Matteson, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+17082485571

Visit website

Pepe's Mexican Restaurants - Matteson

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Matteson, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–11 pm

+17087484400

Visit website

Whistle Stop Cafe Diamond IL

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Diamond, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+18156342360

Visit website

My Happy Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Diamond, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+18155185576

Visit website

Mimi's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Wilmington, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–3 pm

+17798756475

Visit website

Route 66 Polk-A-Dot Drive In

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Braidwood, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+18154583377

Visit website

One World

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 7:30 am–8 pm

+13096721522

Visit website

Haddad's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+13096725339

Bonny's Bistro

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Matteson, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+17738964817

Visit website

Emmys Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Braidwood, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18153905133

Emmy's Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Coal City, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18155185375

Solyne Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Frankfort, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+18477444958

Visit website

InCharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Morton, Illinois

+13092913039

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Circle K Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Morton, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18335052291

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Peoria, Illinois

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

The Wine Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Wilmington, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+18154769009

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 15.1 and 141.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
15.1 mi into trip | ~18m in

Take the exit toward Peotone, Wilmington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 327 Toward Peotone, Wilmington
5
36.1 mi into trip | ~47m in

Take the ramp toward I 55 South: Bloomington

Navigation decision point

Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
5
36.4 mi into trip | ~48m in | I 55

Merge onto I 55

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
113.8 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
5
141.8 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.48 one way

$46.96 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $25.78 $51.56
premium $4.89 $28.90 $57.81
diesel $5.61 $33.16 $66.32

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: 52.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

26 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Normal, IL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Circle K - Tesla Supercharger

Normal, IL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Culver's - Tesla Supercharger

East Peoria, IL

Tesla

12 DCFC

Pontiac, IL Rechargery Relay - 1 Holiday Road,

Pontiac, IL

IONNA

10 DCFC

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Flossmoor, IL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Casey's General Store - Tesla Supercharger

Dwight, IL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Wally's - Tesla Supercharger

Pontiac, IL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Uptown Station Parking Deck - Tesla Supercharger

Normal, IL

Tesla

8 DCFC

Tesla: 7 Blink Network: 3 ChargePoint Network: 3 UNIVERSAL: 2 RED_E: 2 CIRCLE_K: 2 EV Connect: 1 NAYAX_ENERGY: 1 IONNA: 1 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 1 Electrify America: 1 FORD_CHARGE: 1 Non-Networked: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.1 0 $15.77 $7.21
Efficient EV 37.6 0 $13.14 $6.01
EV Truck/SUV 60.1 0 $21.03 $9.61

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 14, 2026

Origin

Matteson, IL

Afternoon in Matteson on Tuesday

Local time

12:00 PM

CDT

Current temp

63°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North Peoria, IL

Afternoon in North Peoria on Tuesday

Local time

12:00 PM

CDT

Current temp

85°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSW 16 mph 35% chance Live forecast

Tornado Watch

Tornado Watch issued April 14 at 2:35PM CDT until April 14 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Tornado Watch

Tornado Watch issued April 14 at 2:33PM CDT until April 14 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

67°F

Reading, IL

75 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

22 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

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...

14 mi from route ~36 min detour Free
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused drive for 83% of this 150.2-mile route, mainly on I-55, I-74, and I-57. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 77.4 miles on I-55, meaning you'll experience extended periods of consistent highway travel. While the focus is on efficient movement, the transition between these major interstates will offer subtle changes in scenery as you traverse the Midwest. This is a route built for covering ground, so be prepared for a steady pace and limited opportunities for spontaneous roadside exploration.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.4 mi on I 55.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 74. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 15.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 150.2 miles you will encounter 13 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: at 15.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 36.4 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

807 ft 561 ft

Total Climb

307 ft

Total Descent

365 ft

Highest Point

807 ft

~118 mi in

Elevation Range

246 ft

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Matteson, IL and North Peoria, IL, road signs point toward Peotone and Wilmington.

Peotone

15.1 mi in | ~18m

Wilmington

15.1 mi in | ~18m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 150.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 77.4 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 North Peoria, 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: at 15.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 36.4 miles (I 55): 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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