Origin
Serena, IL
Late night in Serena on Tuesday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Serena, IL to Peoria, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h
Distance
96.3 mi
155 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 52m
★
6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Serena, IL
Mike Tyurin
Peoria, IL
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This 96.3-mile drive from Serena, IL to Peoria, IL is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours. Given its short duration and manageable distance, it's perfectly suited as a day trip, allowing you to maximize your time at your destination. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $15, making it an economical option for exploring the Midwest. You'll primarily be on IL 29 and I-80/I-180, offering a consistent driving experience. This route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
48.2 miles from Serena, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 29 | 32.6 mi | 38m |
| I 80 | 28.6 mi | 30m |
| I 180 | 8.7 mi | 9m |
| North Galena Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| East 17th Road | 6 mi | 10m |
| North 38th Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| E 18th Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
IL 29
— 32.6 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Serena, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on North 3806th Road
85 ft
·
9 sec
·
North 3806th Road
2
Turn left onto East 2282nd Road
360 ft
·
17 sec
·
East 2282nd Road
3
Turn right onto US 52
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
North 38th Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto US 52; IL 23
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
E 18th Road
5
Turn left onto IL 23
6.0 mi
·
10 min
·
East 17th Road
6
Continue on IL 23
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Columbus Street
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 80 West: Moline, Rock Island
8
Merge onto I 80
29 mi
·
30 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 180 South: Hennepin
10
Continue on I 180
8.7 mi
·
9 min
·
I 180
11
Keep slight right at fork
2.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward Peoria
12
Continue on IL 29
33 mi
·
38 min
·
IL 29
13
Continue on IL 29
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Galena Road
14
Continue on IL 29
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Adams Street
15
Continue on IL 29
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Trip Plan
For this short 2-hour trip, flexibility is your best friend. You can leave Serena at your leisure, as there's no need to break up this 96.3-mile drive. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, keeping your tank topped off is simple. Watch for the longest stretch of 32.6 miles on IL 29; plan for any necessary stops either before or after this segment to ensure you're comfortable. Since this is a highway-focused drive, rest stops will be readily available at major interchanges. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour traffic entering Peoria.
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 48.2 miles from Serena, IL, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.6 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 21 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.2 miles or 1h 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peoria, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Serena, 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 Serena, IL
This is one driving day of about 96.3 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Serena, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on IL 29 for about 32.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.2 miles from Serena, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 51.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East 2282nd Road
Turn left onto East 2282nd Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 52 / North 38th Road
Turn right onto US 52 / North 38th Road
Navigation decision point
5
4.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road
Navigation decision point
5
13.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
51.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Peoria
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.06 one way
$30.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.53 | $33.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.53 | $37.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.26 | $42.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
| Efficient EV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.43 | $3.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.48 | $6.16 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (68% 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
Peoria, IL
Late night in Peoria on Tuesday
Local time
3:08 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Chillicothe, IL
48 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
3 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 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?
Expect a highway-centric experience for most of this 96.3-mile trip, with 73% of the route utilizing interstate or major highway systems. The drive progresses with a significant stretch of 32.6 miles on IL 29, offering a more continuous road experience before you potentially merge onto other main arteries. While not a winding, scenic byway, this route prioritizes efficient travel. You'll find the road character remains largely consistent, focusing on getting you to Peoria smoothly. It's a drive designed for steady progress rather than leisurely exploration.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.6 mi on IL 29.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 29 and I 80. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East 2282nd Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h drive. You will face about 8 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 (East 2282nd Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 52 / North 38th Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road): Navigation decision point.
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 Serena, IL to Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.
Rock Island
12.8 mi in
|
~21m
About the Cities
Starting in Serena, IL
Full guide →Arriving 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 2h. Total distance: 96.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.6 miles on IL 29. 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 (East 2282nd Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (US 52 / North 38th Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.4 miles (US 52; IL 23 / E 18th Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Peoria, 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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