Origin
Shawneetown, IL
Evening in Shawneetown on Sunday
Local time
8:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Shawneetown, IL to North Peoria, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 36m
Distance
269.4 mi
433 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 23m
★
6 AM
5h 36m
8 AM
6h 3m
10 AM
5h 46m
12 PM
5h 43m
3 PM
5h 47m
5 PM
6h 2m
8 PM
5h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Peoria, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Shawneetown, IL to North Peoria, IL covers 269.4 miles and takes about 5h 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ken Gray Expressway, I 155, I 55 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.4 miles on Ken Gray Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $42.12 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
134.7 miles from Shawneetown, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ken Gray Expressway | 44.4 mi | 48m |
| I 155 | 32 mi | 34m |
| I 55 | 30 mi | 32m |
| IL 34 | 25.8 mi | 39m |
| West Springfield Road | 15.7 mi | 18m |
| South Superior Street | 15.1 mi | 17m |
| 300E | 13.5 mi | 15m |
| County Road 875 East | 11.1 mi | 12m |
Longest stretch:
Ken Gray Expressway
— 44.4 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shawneetown, IL and North Peoria, IL.
1
Start on IL 13
10.0 mi
·
14 min
·
IL 13
2
Turn right onto IL 142
7.3 mi
·
12 min
·
IL 142
3
Continue on Raleigh Road
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Raleigh Road
4
Continue on East Church Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Church Street
5
Turn right onto IL 34
26 mi
·
39 min
·
IL 34
6
Enter roundabout onto IL 14
408 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Main Street
7
Continue on IL 14
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
·
West Main Street
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
9
Merge onto I 57
24 mi
·
26 min
·
Ken Gray Expressway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 57
20 mi
·
22 min
·
Ken Gray Expressway
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
12
Merge onto US 50
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
13
Continue on US 50
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
East Poplar Street
14
Continue on US 50
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Poplar
15
Turn right onto US 51
10 mi
·
11 min
·
150E
16
Continue on US 51
13 mi
·
15 min
·
300E
17
Turn left onto US 40; US 51; IL 185
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
US 40; US 51; IL 185
18
Turn right onto US 40; US 51; IL 185
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Kennedy Boulevard
19
Continue on US 51
11 mi
·
12 min
·
County Road 875 East
20
Continue on US 51
15 mi
·
17 min
·
South Superior Street
21
Continue on US 51
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 2400 East
22
Continue on US 51
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Fair Avenue
23
Continue on US 51
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Poplar Street
24
Turn left onto IL 16
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 2nd Street
25
Turn right onto South State Street
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
South State Street
26
Turn left onto IL 29
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
West Washington Street
27
Continue on IL 29
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
N 2000 East Road
28
Continue on IL 29
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
State Route 29
29
Continue on East Park Street
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
East Park Street
30
Turn right onto IL 29
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Webster Street
31
Continue on IL 29
16 mi
·
18 min
·
West Springfield Road
Use the straight lane.
32
Continue on IL 29
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
33
Continue on IL 29
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
34
Continue on IL 29
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
IL 29
Use the straight lane.
35
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 55 North, I 72 East
36
Merge onto I 55; I 72; US 36
30 mi
·
32 min
·
I 55; I 72; US 36
37
Keep slight left at fork onto I 155
32 mi
·
34 min
·
I 155
Exit 127
Toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
38
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
39
Merge onto I 74
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 74
40
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.7 mi
·
8 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
41
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
42
Turn straight onto IL 40
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Knoxville Avenue
43
Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East McClure Avenue
44
Arrive at destination
East McClure Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 134.7 miles from Shawneetown, IL, or about 2h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.4 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 59 miles or 1h 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.7 miles or 2h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 40m
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 Shawneetown, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Shawneetown, IL
This is one driving day of about 269.4 miles and 5h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 miles from Shawneetown, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Ken Gray Expressway for about 44.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
135 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 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 134.7 miles from Shawneetown, 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 215 decision points cluster between mile 48 and 227 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
48 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
IL 14 / West Main Street
Enter roundabout onto IL 14 / West Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
73 mi into trip
|
~1h 42m in
|
I 57 / Ken Gray Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 57 / Ken Gray Expressway toward I 57 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
5
93.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
5
157.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 20m in
|
IL 29 / West Washington Street
Turn left onto IL 29 / West Washington Street
Navigation decision point
7
227 mi into trip
|
~4h 47m in
|
I 155
Keep slight left at fork onto I 155 toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 127
Toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.12 one way
$84.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $46.24 | $92.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $51.84 | $103.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.48 | $118.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.8 | 0 | $28.29 | $12.93 |
| Efficient EV | 67.4 | 0 | $23.57 | $10.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.8 | 1 | $37.72 | $17.24 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
North Peoria, IL
Evening in North Peoria on Sunday
Local time
8:03 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°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
3 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
5h 36m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
269.4 mi in 5h 36m, mostly highway — 44.4 mi of that is on Ken Gray Expressway.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
44 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.4 mi on Ken Gray Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Ken Gray Expressway and I 155. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 48 miles in near IL 14 / West Main Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 269.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 48 miles (IL 14 / West Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 73 miles (I 57 / Ken Gray Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 93.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Shawneetown, IL and North Peoria, IL, road signs point toward Sandoval and Hartsburg.
Sandoval
93.4 mi in
|
~2h 4m
Hartsburg
227 mi in
|
~4h 47m
|
via I 155
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 36m. Total distance: 269.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44.4 miles on Ken Gray Expressway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at North Peoria, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 48 miles (IL 14 / West Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 73 miles (I 57 / Ken Gray Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 93.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.6 hours each way, a round trip means 11.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at North Peoria, IL before the return drive.
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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