North Peoria, IL to Saint Rose, IL is 163.9 miles and takes about 3h 17m via I 55 and I 155, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, moving you from the Midwest region of Peoria to the southern Midwest region around Saint Rose. It's a straightforward, mostly highway journey perfect for a single-day trip when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently. Expect a significant portion of your travel time to be on interstates, making for a predictable and relatively quick transit.
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
81.9 miles from North Peoria, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
93 mi
1h 40m
I 155
31.8 mi
34m
IL 4
10.1 mi
15m
I 74
7.9 mi
9m
IL 143
7.6 mi
13m
Saint Rose Road
5.2 mi
9m
St Rose Road
3.1 mi
5m
Broadway
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 93 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria, IL and Saint Rose, 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
7.9 mi·9 min·I 74
5
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 155 South: Lincoln
6
Continue on I 155
32 mi·34 min·I 155
7
Merge onto I 55
34 mi·37 min·I 55
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
59 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 55
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward IL 4: Staunton, Lebanon
10
Turn left onto IL 4
10 mi·15 min·IL 4
11
Turn left onto IL 143
7.6 mi·13 min·IL 143
12
Turn left onto US 40; IL 143
0.5 mi·50 sec·US Highway 40
13
Enter roundabout onto Poplar Street
16 ft·0 sec·Poplar Street
14
Continue on Poplar Street
0.7 mi·1 min·Poplar Street
15
Enter roundabout onto Broadway
257 ft·5 sec·Broadway
16
Continue on Broadway
1.0 mi·1 min·Broadway
17
Enter roundabout onto St Rose Road
109 ft·2 sec·St Rose Road
18
Continue on St Rose Road
3.1 mi·5 min·St Rose Road
19
Continue on Saint Rose Road
5.2 mi·9 min·Saint Rose Road
20
Arrive at destination
Saint Rose Road
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 3 hours, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to take advantage of daylight and allow for an easy arrival. The longest stretch without a major road change is 93 miles on I 55, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly before you embark on that segment. Given the relatively short duration and highway focus, you'll likely only need one significant stop for fuel or a break.
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 81.9 miles from North Peoria, IL, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93 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 36 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.9 miles or 1h 32m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Rose, 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 163.9 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 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 93 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 135.3 — 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
4
9.7 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the exit toward I 155 South: Lincoln
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 155 South: Lincoln
5
42.3 mi into trip|~49m in|I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
76.4 mi into trip|~1h 26m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
5
135.3 mi into trip|~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward IL 4: Staunton, Lebanon
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward IL 4: Staunton, Lebanon
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.62 one way
$51.25 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.13
$56.27
premium
$4.89
$31.54
$63.08
diesel
$5.61
$36.19
$72.37
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: 57.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.2
0
$17.21
$7.87
Efficient EV
41
0
$14.34
$6.56
EV Truck/SUV
65.6
0
$22.95
$10.49
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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 15, 2026
Origin
North Peoria, IL
Morning
in North Peoria on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Saint Rose, IL
Morning
in Saint Rose on Sunday
Local time
6:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Springfield, IL
82 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
23 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
3h 17m 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.
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 route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 92% of it utilizing major interstates. You'll experience a 93-mile stretch on I 55, offering a long, uninterrupted period of cruising. The character of the drive is primarily that of a highway-focused trip, meaning you'll likely encounter consistent speed limits and straightforward navigation for most of the 163.9 miles. While IL 4 is part of the journey, the bulk of the travel is on faster, limited-access roads.
92% 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: 93 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 155. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
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 163.9 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 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 42.3 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
On the drive from North Peoria, IL to Saint Rose, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Lebanon along the way.
Lebanon
135.3 mi in|~2h 29m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 17m. Total distance: 163.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 12 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 42.3 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. 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 6.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Saint Rose, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
