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Trip from Peoria, IL to Atkinson, 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 39m

Distance

66.7 mi

107 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 22 min
4 AM
1h 32m ★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 54m
8 PM
1h 35m

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

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Downtown Peoria, IL, IL

Peoria, IL

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Downtown Atkinson, IL, IL

Atkinson, IL

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Trip Overview

This 66.7-mile drive from Peoria to Atkinson, Illinois, is a straightforward 1 hour and 39 minutes, making it an excellent option for a single-day trip. Primarily utilizing I-74, US-150, and US-34, this route keeps you on well-maintained highways for most of the journey. With an estimated fuel cost of around $10, it’s an economical choice for a short excursion within the Midwest. The straightforward nature of this drive means you can easily tackle it in one go, without needing to plan for overnight stays. You’ll find it’s a practical way to connect these two Illinois communities.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

33.4 miles from Peoria, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 74 20.9 mi 23m
US 150 20.6 mi 33m
US 34 16.2 mi 27m
East Henry Street 5.4 mi 8m
North Bell School Road 1.4 mi 1m
West Front Street 0.5 mi <1m
North State Street 0.3 mi 1m
Hamilton Boulevard 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 74 — 20.9 mi, about 23m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Northeast Jefferson Avenue

84 ft · 5 sec · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
2

Turn right onto Hamilton Boulevard

0.3 mi · 45 sec · Hamilton Boulevard
3

Turn right onto IL 40

0.2 mi · 19 sec · Northeast Perry Avenue
4

Turn left onto IL 40

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Spalding Avenue
5

Keep slight right at fork onto Spalding Avenue

211 ft · 6 sec · Spalding Avenue
6

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 55 sec · this road
Toward I 74 West
7

Merge onto I 74

21 mi · 23 min · I 74
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward Canton, Kewanee
9

Turn right

113 ft · 4 sec
Toward Canton, Elmwood, Kewanee
10

Turn straight onto C-34

1.4 mi · 1 min · North Bell School Road
11

Continue on US 150; IL 78

21 mi · 33 min · US 150; IL 78
12

At end of road, turn right onto US 34; IL 78

16 mi · 27 min · US 34; IL 78
13

Turn left onto US 6

0.5 mi · 47 sec · West Front Street
14

Continue on US 6

5.4 mi · 8 min · East Henry Street
15

Turn right onto North State Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · North State Street
16

Turn right onto East Main Street

56 ft · 2 sec · East Main Street
17

Arrive at destination

East Main Street

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 39 minute duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart whenever it suits you, whether it's a morning excursion or an afternoon drive. With no designated stops in the data, you can easily make spontaneous breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated $10 cost is based on current averages, and it's always wise to have a buffer. A good tip for this specific route is to be aware of the transition points between I-74 and US-150, as these can sometimes involve more complex interchanges.

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 33.4 miles from Peoria, IL, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.9 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 15 miles or 18m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 33.4 miles or 44m 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 23m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atkinson, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

+

Open the route before leaving Peoria, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Peoria, IL

This is one driving day of about 66.7 miles and 1h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Peoria, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 20.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Hanna City, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Hanna City, IL

33 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

Bellevue, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Toulon, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 33.4 miles from Peoria, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

Haddad's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Peoria, Illinois

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+13096725339

Haddad's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+13096725339

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Peoria, Illinois

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

1.0 ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13094948850

Visit website

Holiday Inn Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 22.3 — 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 | Hamilton Boulevard

Turn right onto Hamilton Boulevard

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~0m in | IL 40 / Northeast Perry Avenue

Turn right onto IL 40 / Northeast Perry Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | Spalding Avenue

Keep slight right at fork onto Spalding Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
22 mi into trip | ~26m in

Take the exit toward Canton, Kewanee

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

Toward Canton, Kewanee
5
22.3 mi into trip | ~26m in

Turn right toward Canton, Elmwood, Kewanee

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Canton, Elmwood, Kewanee

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$10.43 one way

$20.86 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $11.45 $22.90
premium $4.89 $12.84 $25.67
diesel $5.61 $14.73 $29.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$35–$60

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20 0 $7.00 $3.20
Efficient EV 16.7 0 $5.84 $2.67
EV Truck/SUV 26.7 0 $9.34 $4.27

Gas CO2

23 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (65% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Peoria, IL

Morning in Peoria on Tuesday

Local time

9:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

56°F

Clear

SSE 3 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Atkinson, IL

Morning in Atkinson on Tuesday

Local time

9:02 AM

CDT

Current temp

64°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

8 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 39m 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?

Expect a highway-focused experience for 86% of this trip. The majority of your time will be spent on interstates and U.S. highways, offering a consistent pace. The longest stretch without a significant turn or exit is 20.9 miles, occurring on I-74. This means you can settle into a rhythm for extended periods. While the route is predominantly highway, the transition between I-74, US-150, and US-34 will offer minor changes in scenery and road conditions, though the overall feel remains that of efficient travel.

86% 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: 20.9 mi on I 74.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and US 150. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hamilton Boulevard.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 1h 39m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hamilton Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (IL 40 / Northeast Perry Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Spalding Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Peoria, IL and Atkinson, IL, road signs point toward Canton, Kewanee and Elmwood.

Canton

22 mi in | ~26m

Kewanee

22 mi in | ~26m

Elmwood

22.3 mi in | ~26m

About the Cities

Starting 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 39m. Total distance: 66.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 20.9 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 (Hamilton Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (IL 40 / Northeast Perry Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Spalding Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Atkinson, 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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