North Peoria, IL to Lynwood, IL is 117.9 miles and takes about 2 hours 29 minutes via I 80 and Illinois Route 71, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, moving you from one part of the Midwest to another. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward option for a quick journey. Given its relatively short duration and manageable fuel cost, this route is ideal for a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59 miles from North Peoria, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 80
31.7 mi
34m
Illinois Route 71
30.2 mi
44m
County Road 1400 East
17.8 mi
20m
South 4th Street
9.1 mi
10m
I 180
8.9 mi
9m
North Galena Road
7.6 mi
11m
North State Route 29
6.1 mi
7m
Railroad Street
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 80
— 31.7 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria, IL and Lynwood, IL.
1
Start on East McClure Avenue
0.4 mi·59 sec·East McClure Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto North Prospect Road
1.0 mi·1 min·North Prospect Road
3
Turn right onto US 150
1.1 mi·1 min·East War Memorial Drive
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi·21 sec
5
Keep slight left at fork
399 ft·13 sec
6
Turn straight onto IL 29
0.2 mi·32 sec·Northeast Adams Street
7
Continue on IL 29
7.1 mi·10 min·North Galena Road
8
Keep slight left at fork
321 ft·4 sec
9
Keep slight right at fork
148 ft·2 sec
10
Continue on IL 29
0.4 mi·35 sec·North Galena Road
11
Continue on IL 29
6.1 mi·7 min·North State Route 29
12
Continue on IL 29
9.1 mi·10 min·South 4th Street
13
Continue on IL 29
1.1 mi·1 min·Railroad Street
14
Continue on IL 29
18 mi·20 min·County Road 1400 East
15
Merge onto I 180
8.9 mi·9 min·I 180
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·43 sec
Toward I 80 East: Joliet
17
Merge onto I 80
32 mi·34 min·I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi·32 sec
Exit 93Toward IL 71: Ottawa, OswegoUse the slight right lane.
19
Turn left onto IL 71
30 mi·44 min·Illinois Route 71
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn left onto Orchard Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Orchard Road
Use the left lane.
21
Turn left onto US 34
0.2 mi·17 sec·US 34
Use the left lane.
22
Continue on US 34
0.5 mi·51 sec·US 34
23
Turn right onto East Rickard Drive
0.2 mi·1 min·East Rickard Drive
24
Turn left onto Edythe Street
307 ft·13 sec·Edythe Street
25
Arrive at destination
Edythe Street
Trip Plan
Since this drive is just under 2.5 hours and covers 117.9 miles, you have considerable flexibility in your departure time. Leaving mid-morning would allow you to avoid potential rush hour traffic and still arrive with plenty of daylight. With only an estimated $18 fuel cost, you won't need to worry excessively about finding cheap gas, but it's always wise to fill up before leaving North Peoria. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 31.7 miles on I 80, so plan for your first real break after that point if needed.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 59 miles from North Peoria, IL, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.7 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 26 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynwood, 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.
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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 North Peoria, IL
This is one driving day of about 117.9 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from North Peoria, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 80 for about 31.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway reset
4.3 mi from route
~11 min detour
$10 to $20
DePue, Illinois
Hours: 11 am–2 pm
+18154472198
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 117 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.6 mi into trip|~4m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
10.1 mi into trip|~16m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
8
85.7 mi into trip|~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 93
Toward IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
6
86 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|IL 71 / Illinois Route 71
Turn left onto IL 71 / Illinois Route 71
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
117 mi into trip|~2h 27m in|US 34
Turn left onto US 34
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.60 one way
$39.20 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$21.35
$42.70
premium
$5.18
$24.06
$48.12
diesel
$5.35
$24.83
$49.67
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.4
0
$12.38
$5.66
Efficient EV
29.5
0
$10.32
$4.72
EV Truck/SUV
47.2
0
$16.51
$7.55
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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 May 25, 2026
Origin
North Peoria, IL
Evening
in North Peoria on Wednesday
Local time
6:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Clear
SSE 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 24 at 7:35PM CDT until May 25 at 1:55PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
Destination
Lynwood, IL
Evening
in Lynwood on Wednesday
Local time
6:05 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Clear
0 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 24 at 7:35PM CDT until May 25 at 1:55PM CDT by NWS Lincoln IL
88°F
Cazenovia, IL
59 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 29m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 66% of the journey taking place on interstates and major highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 31.7 miles on I 80, offering a consistent, faster-paced driving experience. While the majority of the trip is on higher-speed roads, it incorporates segments of Illinois Route 71 and County Road 1400 East, which may offer a slight change of pace. Expect a steady forward momentum for most of the 2-hour-plus drive.
66% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.7 mi on I 80.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 80 and Illinois Route 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 117.9 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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 85.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
686 ft464 ft
Total Climb
354 ft
Total Descent
343 ft
Highest Point
686 ft
~59 mi in
Elevation Range
222 ft
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 Lynwood, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Oswego along the way.
Oswego
85.7 mi in|~1h 41m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 117.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.7 miles on I 80. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 7 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Lynwood, 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. There are 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 10.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 85.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lynwood, IL before heading back.
