Origin
Peoria, IL
Late night in Peoria on Sunday
Local time
2:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Peoria, IL to Bradley, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 28m
Distance
122.1 mi
197 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 18m
★
6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Peoria, IL
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Bradley, IL
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Trip Overview
This 122.1-mile drive from Peoria, IL to Bradley, IL is a straightforward Midwest journey that can easily be accomplished in a single day. Expect the trip to take about 2 hours and 28 minutes, making it ideal for a day trip without needing an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost is around $19, which is quite budget-friendly. You'll spend about half of your time on highways, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 53.5 miles on I 55. This route offers a mixed driving experience, perfect for those looking for a relatively quick and uncomplicated trip between two points in Illinois.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.1 miles from Peoria, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 53.5 mi | 57m |
| Murray Baker Bridge | 33 mi | 36m |
| West Mazon Avenue | 11.7 mi | 17m |
| County Road 0 | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| West Route 17 | 7.7 mi | 11m |
| Kennedy Drive | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Court Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Broadway Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 53.5 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria, IL and Bradley, IL.
1
Start on Northeast Jefferson Avenue
84 ft
·
5 sec
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
2
Turn right onto Hamilton Boulevard
464 ft
·
16 sec
·
Hamilton Boulevard
3
Turn right onto Northeast Madison Avenue
449 ft
·
16 sec
·
Northeast Madison Avenue
4
Turn right onto Fayette Street
469 ft
·
15 sec
·
Fayette Street
5
Take the ramp onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
IL 29
Toward I 74 East, IL 29 South: Bloomington, Pekin
6
Merge onto I 74; IL 29
33 mi
·
36 min
·
Murray Baker Bridge
7
Keep slight left at fork
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
8
Merge onto I 55; US 51
54 mi
·
57 min
·
I 55; US 51
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward IL 17: Streator, Kankakee
10
Turn right onto IL 17
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
East 3200 North Road
11
Continue on IL 17
12 mi
·
17 min
·
West Mazon Avenue
12
Continue on IL 17
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
West Route 17
13
Continue on IL 17
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
County Road 0
14
Continue on IL 17
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Station Street
15
Continue on IL 17
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Court Street
16
Turn slight left onto IL 17
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Court Street
17
Turn sharp left onto US 45; US 52
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Kennedy Drive
18
Turn right onto West Broadway Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
19
Arrive at destination
East Broadway Street
Trip Plan
Given that this 122.1-mile trip from Peoria to Bradley is estimated to take under 2.5 hours, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will help you avoid any potential midday traffic, and the $19 fuel cost means you won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. The longest stretch on I 55 is over 50 miles, so ensure you're comfortable with that duration of highway driving. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps before you embark or upon arrival in Bradley.
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 61.1 miles from Peoria, IL, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.5 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 27 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.1 miles or 1h 8m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bradley, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Peoria, IL
This is one driving day of about 122.1 miles and 2h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Peoria, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 55 for about 53.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.1 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Hamilton Boulevard
Turn right onto Hamilton Boulevard
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Fayette Street
Turn right onto Fayette Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
IL 29
Take the ramp onto IL 29 toward I 74 East, IL 29 South: Bloomington, Pekin
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 74 East, IL 29 South: Bloomington, Pek...
6
33.4 mi into trip
|
~37m 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
5
34.8 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
I 55; US 51
Merge onto I 55; US 51
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.09 one way
$38.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.96 | $41.92 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.50 | $46.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.96 | $53.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.82 | $5.86 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.68 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.09 | $7.81 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Destination
Bradley, IL
Late night in Bradley on Sunday
Local time
2:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
52°F
Fairbury, IL
61 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
6 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 28m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this 122.1-mile drive is predominantly highway, with 50% of the route utilizing interstate travel. You'll experience a 53.5-mile continuous segment on I 55, offering a chance for steady progress. The Murray Baker Bridge is a notable feature early on, and you'll also navigate sections of West Mazon Avenue. This mixed drive profile means you'll transition between faster highway speeds and potentially more local road conditions, providing a varied driving experience across the 2 hours and 28 minutes of travel time.
50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 53.5 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 2h 28m drive. You will face about 10 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 0.2 miles (Fayette Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (IL 29): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Peoria, IL to Bradley, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Kankakee along the way.
Kankakee
88.4 mi in
|
~1h 37m
About the Cities
Starting in Peoria, IL
Full guide →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.
Arriving in Bradley, IL
Full guide →Founded 1891
Bradley is a village in Kankakee County, in the Chicagoland region of 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 2h 28m. Total distance: 122.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 53.5 miles on I 55. 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: near the start (Hamilton Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Fayette Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (IL 29): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bradley, 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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