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Trip from Monmouth, IL to 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

1h 15m

Distance

63.8 mi

103 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

Save up to 18 min
4 AM
1h 10m ★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m

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

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Downtown Monmouth, IL, IL

Monmouth, IL

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Downtown Peoria, IL, IL

Peoria, IL

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Trip Overview

Monmouth, IL to Peoria, IL is 63.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 15 minutes via I 74, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, traversing the heart of the Midwest. Expect a straightforward journey primarily on major highways, making it a convenient option for a quick transition between these two cities. The drive is efficient and requires minimal planning, ideal for those looking for a direct route without significant detours. It's a good choice if you need to get from point A to point B with ease.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 74 44 mi 48m
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway 13.3 mi 15m
East Main Street 1.9 mi 3m
West Main Street 1.9 mi 2m
North Main Street 0.9 mi 1m
Fayette Street 0.4 mi 1m
Northeast Jefferson Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
East Broadway <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 74 — 44 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South 1st Street

213 ft · 14 sec · South 1st Street
2

Turn left onto East Broadway

293 ft · 7 sec · East Broadway
3

Enter roundabout onto North Main Street

16 ft · 0 sec · North Main Street
4

Continue on North Main Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
5

Take the ramp

274 ft · 7 sec
6

Merge onto US 34; IL 110; IL 164

13 mi · 15 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
7

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 42 sec
Toward IL 41, IL 164
8

Keep slight right at fork

151 ft · 3 sec
9

Turn straight onto IL 41

1.9 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
10

Enter roundabout onto East Main Street

389 ft · 6 sec · East Main Street
11

Continue on East Main Street

1.9 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
12

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec
Toward I 74 East: Peoria
13

Merge onto I 74

44 mi · 48 min · I 74
14

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward IL 40 South: Downtown Peoria
15

Continue on Fayette Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Fayette Street
16

Turn right onto Northeast Jefferson Avenue

367 ft · 7 sec · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
17

Arrive at destination

Northeast Jefferson Avenue

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Knox, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Knox, IL

32 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

Galesburg, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Elmwood, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from Monmouth, 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 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Broadway

Turn left onto East Broadway

Navigation decision point

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Main Street

Enter roundabout onto North Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
14.3 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the exit toward IL 41, IL 164

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

Toward IL 41, IL 164
4
14.7 mi into trip | ~18m in

Keep slight right at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

4
16.6 mi into trip | ~21m in | East Main Street

Enter roundabout onto East Main Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.97 one way

$19.95 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $10.95 $21.90
premium $4.89 $12.28 $24.56
diesel $5.61 $14.09 $28.17

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$10

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 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 19.1 0 $6.70 $3.06
Efficient EV 16 0 $5.58 $2.55
EV Truck/SUV 25.5 0 $8.93 $4.08

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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Monmouth, IL

Morning in Monmouth on Tuesday

Local time

11:53 AM

CDT

Current temp

38°F

Cloudy

NW 15 mph 6% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 5:50AM CDT until April 21 at 4:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 18 at 5:48AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL

Destination

Peoria, IL

Morning in Peoria on Tuesday

Local time

11:53 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

66°F

Knox, IL

32 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

30 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

1h 15m 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?

This route is heavily highway-focused, with 90% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads like I 74 and the Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 44 miles on I 74, allowing for consistent speed and minimal traffic interruptions. The character is predominantly that of a functional interstate drive, designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration. As you approach Peoria, the road will transition through East Main Street, offering a slight shift from the open highway to more urban conditions before you reach your destination.

90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44 mi on I 74.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and Chicago-Kansas City Expressway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Broadway.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 63.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 (East Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 15m. Total distance: 63.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 44 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: near the start (East Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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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