If you are looking to travel from Onarga to North Peoria, expect a journey covering 87.2 miles of local Illinois scenery. This drive typically takes about 1 hour and 44 minutes, making it a perfectly manageable day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to complete the journey. Since the route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it offers a straightforward experience for those who prefer navigating regional paths. Both the starting point and destination are nestled within the Midwest, providing a consistent feel as you move across the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Onarga, 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 74
34.1 mi
37m
I 55
22.5 mi
24m
County Road 1700 N
16.8 mi
23m
East 3100 North Road
6.8 mi
9m
East 800 North Road
5 mi
6m
East 825 North Road
2.7 mi
3m
East Oak Street
2.1 mi
4m
East 830 North Road
2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 34.1 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Onarga, IL and North Peoria, IL.
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Start on US 45
0.6 mi·54 sec·North Front Street
2
Continue on US 45
0.3 mi·27 sec·East 1500 Road North
3
Continue on US 45
1.0 mi·1 min·North 700 East Road
4
Continue on US 45
1.0 mi·1 min·South Crescent Street
5
Turn left onto US 24
17 mi·23 min·County Road 1700 N
6
Continue on US 24
2.0 mi·2 min·East 830 North Road
7
Continue on US 24
2.7 mi·3 min·East 825 North Road
8
Continue on US 24
0.7 mi·1 min·East Wabash Street
9
Continue on US 24
1.7 mi·2 min·East 820 North Road
10
Continue on US 24
2.6 mi·3 min·East 800 North Road
11
Continue on US 24
2.1 mi·4 min·East Oak Street
12
Continue on US 24
2.4 mi·3 min·East 800 North Road
13
Continue on US 24
6.4 mi·8 min·East 3100 North Road
14
Continue on US 24
1.5 mi·3 min·East Cemetery Avenue
15
Continue on US 24
0.3 mi·40 sec·East 3100 North Road
16
Turn left
0.5 mi·58 sec
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
17
Merge onto I 55
23 mi·24 min·I 55
Use the slight right lane.
18
Take the exit
0.5 mi·49 sec
Toward I 74 West: PeoriaUse the slight right lane.
19
Continue on I 74
27 mi·29 min·I 74
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.7 mi·8 min·I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
22
Turn straight onto IL 40
1.0 mi·1 min·North Knoxville Avenue
23
Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·East McClure Avenue
24
Arrive at destination
East McClure Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive of under two hours, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. Because the route involves multiple turns on local roads, keep your navigation app handy to track your progress through the various road changes. You will not need to plan for major stops, as the duration is short enough to drive straight through, though checking your fuel levels before leaving Onarga is a smart habit to ensure you stay within your $13 fuel budget. Focus on staying alert at the intersections where the road names change, as these transitions are the most critical parts of your navigation. Embracing the local pace allows you to complete the trip efficiently without the need for complex travel logistics.
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 50.8 miles from Onarga, IL, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.1 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 22 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 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 47m
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 Onarga, 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 Onarga, IL
This is one driving day of about 101.6 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Onarga, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 34.1 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 93.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
3 mi into trip|~4m in|US 24 / County Road 1700 N
Turn left onto US 24 / County Road 1700 N
Navigation decision point
5
42.2 mi into trip|~1h 3m in
Turn left toward I 55 South: Bloomington
Navigation decision point
Toward I 55 South: Bloomington
5
42.6 mi into trip|~1h 4m in|I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
6
65.2 mi into trip|~1h 28m 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
93.1 mi into trip|~1h 58m 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
$15.88 one way
$31.77 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.44
$34.88
premium
$4.89
$19.55
$39.10
diesel
$5.61
$22.43
$44.86
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.5
0
$10.67
$4.88
Efficient EV
25.4
0
$8.89
$4.06
EV Truck/SUV
40.6
0
$14.22
$6.50
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 20, 2026
Origin
Onarga, IL
Morning
in Onarga on Tuesday
Local time
7:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
North Peoria, IL
Morning
in North Peoria on Tuesday
Local time
7:22 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
1 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 10m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will navigate a series of local roads, including East 1500 Road North, North 700 East Road, and South Crescent Street, rather than cruising along high-speed interstates. With a highway share of 0%, this route avoids the monotony of heavy traffic corridors in favor of a more localized pace. The character of the drive remains consistent throughout the 87.2-mile stretch, requiring your full attention as you transition between these specific secondary roads. It is a practical, direct way to reach your destination without the noise of major highway systems.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.1 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near US 24 / County Road 1700 N.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Onarga, IL to North Peoria, IL is easy. At 2h 10m with 56% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (US 24 / County Road 1700 N): Navigation decision point; at 42.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 42.6 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The longest stretch is about 34.1 miles on I 74. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 3 miles (US 24 / County Road 1700 N): Navigation decision point; at 42.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 42.6 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.
