Origin
North Peoria, IL
Morning in North Peoria on Tuesday
Local time
8:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Peoria, IL to Kenwood, 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
3h 19m
Distance
167.9 mi
270 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 8m
★
6 AM
3h 20m
8 AM
3h 44m
10 AM
3h 28m
12 PM
3h 26m
3 PM
3h 29m
5 PM
3h 43m
8 PM
3h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Kenwood, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
North Peoria, IL to Kenwood, IL is 167.9 miles and takes about 3h 19m via I 55 and I 74, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive keeps you firmly within the Midwest, specifically Illinois, for its entirety. Expect a straightforward, highway-focused journey that makes for a convenient one-day trip. It's a practical option if you need to cover ground efficiently between these two points without much fuss. Consider this route for its directness and minimal complexity.
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
84 miles from North Peoria, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 122.1 mi | 2h 18m |
| I 74 | 33.6 mi | 36m |
| West 47th Street | 8.5 mi | 16m |
| North Knoxville Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| East McClure Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Central Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East 47th Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 122.1 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria, IL and Kenwood, IL.
1
Start on East McClure Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East McClure Avenue
2
Turn left onto IL 40
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Knoxville Avenue
3
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 74 East: Bloomington
4
Merge onto I 74
34 mi
·
36 min
·
I 74
5
Keep slight left at fork
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
6
Merge onto I 55; US 51
122 mi
·
2 hr 18 min
·
I 55; US 51
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 285
Toward Central Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
181 ft
·
8 sec
Toward Wintrust Sports Complex
Use the right lane.
9
Turn right onto South Central Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Central Avenue
10
Turn left onto West 47th Street
8.5 mi
·
16 min
·
West 47th Street
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
East 47th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 3 hours, you have ample flexibility for when to depart. Leaving in the morning allows you to arrive well before the evening, giving you time to settle in. The longest stretch is over 122 miles on I 55, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you embark on that segment. With only one stop suggested and a fuel cost around $26, this trip is budget-friendly and straightforward. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you get closer to the Chicago metropolitan area, especially if traveling during peak hours.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84 miles from North Peoria, IL, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.1 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 37 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84 miles or 1h 37m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kenwood, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Peoria, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 North Peoria, IL
This is one driving day of about 167.9 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from North Peoria, 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 122.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 84 miles from North Peoria, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 122.1 miles.
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 95 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 159.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 East: Bloomington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 East: Bloomington
6
35.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
7
158.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m in
Take the exit toward Central Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 285
Toward Central Avenue
7
159.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Wintrust Sports Complex
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward Wintrust Sports Complex
6
159.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 3m in
|
West 47th Street
Turn left onto West 47th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$26.25 one way
$52.50 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.82 | $57.64 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.31 | $64.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.07 | $74.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.4 | 0 | $17.63 | $8.06 |
| Efficient EV | 42 | 0 | $14.69 | $6.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.2 | 0 | $23.51 | $10.75 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Kenwood, IL
Morning in Kenwood on Tuesday
Local time
8:54 AM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
3h 19m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 167.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 93% of the journey taking place on major interstates like I 55 and I 74. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 122.1 miles on I 55, which means you can settle in for a good portion of the trip. The character is largely that of steady, high-speed travel, designed for covering distance. While the primary roads are interstates, the final leg will involve navigating local roads like West 47th Street as you approach your destination.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 122.1 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 167.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 35.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 North Peoria, IL to Kenwood, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Wintrust Sports Complex along the way.
Wintrust Sports Complex
159.2 mi in
|
~3h 2m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 19m. Total distance: 167.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 122.1 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Kenwood, 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 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 35.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Kenwood, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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