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Trip from Peoria, IL to Danville, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 15m

Distance

121.7 mi

196 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 7m ★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 10m

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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city in and the county seat of Vermilion County, Illinois, United States

Danville, IL

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Trip Overview

Peoria, IL to Danville, IL is 121.7 miles and takes about 2h 15m via I 74, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, moving through the Midwest region. You'll primarily be on a major interstate, making it a straightforward and efficient trip. Given its relatively short duration, this route is ideal for a single-day journey, whether for business or leisure. Plan for a quick commute with minimal fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

60.9 miles from Peoria, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 74 83.5 mi 1h 30m
Murray Baker Bridge 33 mi 36m
County Road 1720 North 4.1 mi 6m
East Main Street 0.3 mi <1m
IL 29 0.2 mi <1m
Fayette Street <0.1 mi <1m
Hamilton Boulevard <0.1 mi <1m
Northeast Madison Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 74 — 83.5 mi, about 1h 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Peoria, IL and Danville, 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 right at fork onto I 74

6.6 mi · 7 min · I 74
Toward I 55 South, I 74 East, US 51 South: Saint Louis, Indianapolis
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51

77 mi · 1 hr 23 min · I 74; US 51
Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur Use the slight right lane.
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Exit 210 Toward US 150: Martin Luther King Drive
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Toward US 150 East: Danville, Kickapoo Park
11

Turn straight onto US 150

4.1 mi · 6 min · County Road 1720 North
12

Continue on US 136

0.3 mi · 44 sec · East Main Street
13

Arrive at destination

US 136

Trip Plan

For this 2h 15m drive, leaving in the morning provides ample time to reach Danville and still have the day ahead. With no designated stops, you have the flexibility to pull over for fuel or a quick break as needed, though the 121.7-mile journey is quite manageable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road is 83.5 miles on I 74. Planning your fuel stop before this longer segment will ensure a smooth arrival in Danville.

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 60.9 miles from Peoria, IL, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.5 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 60.9 miles or 1h 7m 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 49m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving 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 Peoria, IL

This is one driving day of about 121.7 miles and 2h 15m.

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 74 for about 83.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Empire, IL, IL

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Empire, IL

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

Danvers, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Empire, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 60.9 miles from Peoria, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Honey Sugar's Cafe, LLC

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Peoria, Illinois

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+13096431089

Visit website

Rich's Restaurant Ogden

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ogden, Illinois

0.7 mi

Haddad's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Peoria, Illinois

1.2 mi

Honey Sugar's Cafe, LLC

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $10 to $20

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 11:30 am–8 pm

+13096431089

Visit website

Rich's Restaurant Ogden

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 104.3

Ogden, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12175822777

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

One World

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 7:30 am–8 pm

+13096721522

Visit website

Eggcellent Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 6:30 am–2:30 pm

+13096431218

Visit website

The Literary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 86.9

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12179541500

Visit website

Bloomin Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 34.8

Normal, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+13098081071

Visit website

The 520 Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+13098391416

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 86.9

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Pilot Flying J Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 113

Oakwood, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12173544098

Visit website

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

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 86.9

Champaign, Illinois

+18668167584

InCharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 8.7

Morton, Illinois

+13092913039

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 86.9

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 34.8

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

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

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 117.2 — 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
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Fayette Street

Turn right onto Fayette Street

Navigation decision point

6
33.4 mi into trip | ~37m in | I 74

Keep slight right at fork onto I 74 toward I 55 South, I 74 East, US 51 South: Saint Louis, Indianapolis

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 55 South, I 74 East, US 51 South: Sain...
8
40 mi into trip | ~44m in | I 74; US 51

Keep slight left at fork onto I 74; US 51 toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business N...
7
117.2 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 150 East: Danville, Kickapoo Park

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 150 East: Danville, Kickapoo Park

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.07 one way

$36.14 round trip

$3.77/gal 25.4 MPG avg 43 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.25 $20.38 $40.76
premium $4.65 $22.30 $44.60
diesel $5.30 $25.41 $50.83

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 42.6 kg one way.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 36.5 0 $12.78 $5.84
Efficient EV 30.4 0 $10.65 $4.87
EV Truck/SUV 48.7 0 $17.04 $7.79

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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Peoria, IL

Night in Peoria on Saturday

Local time

11:17 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Danville, IL

Night in Danville on Saturday

Local time

11:17 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

53°F

Empire, 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

20 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 15m 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?

This is a highway-focused drive, with 69% of the route utilizing major highways like I 74. You can expect a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 83.5 miles on I 74, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is interstate, be aware that segments of County Road 1720 North and the Murray Baker Bridge will offer a slight variation in scenery and road type. Overall, the character leans towards efficient travel on well-maintained roads, minimizing distractions.

69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 83.5 mi on I 74.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and Murray Baker Bridge. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hamilton Boulevard.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 121.7 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Hamilton Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Fayette Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.4 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Peoria, IL and Danville, IL, road signs point toward Indianapolis and Decatur.

Indianapolis

33.4 mi in | ~37m | via I 74

Decatur

40 mi in | ~44m | via I 74; US 51

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.

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 15m. Total distance: 121.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (69%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 83.5 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: near the start (Hamilton Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Fayette Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.4 miles (I 74): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Danville, 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. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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