Steeleville, IL to North Peoria, IL is 207.1 miles and takes about 4h 23m via I 55 and I 155, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, traversing the Midwest landscape. Expect mostly highway driving, making it a straightforward route for a single-day excursion. The total travel time is under four and a half hours, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
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
103.6 miles from Steeleville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 27m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
93.2 mi
1h 40m
North 3rd Street
38.6 mi
59m
I 155
32 mi
34m
IL 4
24 mi
39m
I 74
7.7 mi
9m
South Market Street
6.2 mi
9m
Shawneetown
1.3 mi
2m
West Broadway Street
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 93.2 mi, about 1h 40m
Traffic on I-55
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,843 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,285
Quietest
2 AM
~153 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
12×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Steeleville, IL and North Peoria, IL.
1
Start on this road
38 ft·8 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto North Sparta Street
52 ft·4 sec·North Sparta Street
3
Turn right onto IL 4; IL 150
1.1 mi·1 min·West Broadway Street
4
Continue on IL 4; IL 150
1.3 mi·2 min·Shawneetown
5
Turn right onto IL 4
7.5 mi·13 min·IL 4
6
Turn right onto IL 4
0.1 mi·18 sec·West Jackson Street
7
Turn left onto IL 4
6.2 mi·9 min·South Market Street
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on IL 4
3.5 mi·5 min·IL 4
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn right onto IL 4
13 mi·21 min·IL 4
10
Turn right onto IL 4
39 mi·59 min·North 3rd Street
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
12
Merge onto I 55
93 mi·1 hr 40 min·I 55
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 155
32 mi·34 min·I 155
Exit 127Toward I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
15
Merge onto I 74
1.0 mi·1 min·I 74
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.7 mi·8 min·I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
18
Turn straight onto IL 40
1.0 mi·1 min·North Knoxville Avenue
19
Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·East McClure Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
East McClure Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 23m duration, leaving Steeleville in the morning should get you to North Peoria with ample daylight remaining. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $32, this is an easy day trip. Consider stopping around the halfway point for a break, perhaps after completing the 93.2-mile stretch on I 55. Pay attention to the transition from I 155 to North 3rd Street as you enter the Peoria area, as this is where the driving environment changes from highway to local roads.
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 103.6 miles from Steeleville, IL, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.2 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 46 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.6 miles or 2h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 39m
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 Steeleville, 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 Steeleville, IL
This is one driving day of about 207.1 miles and 4h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 miles from Steeleville, 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 I 55 for about 93.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 198.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|North Sparta Street
Turn left onto North Sparta Street
Navigation decision point
6
10 mi into trip|~17m in|IL 4 / South Market Street
Turn left onto IL 4 / South Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
164.8 mi into trip|~3h 34m 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
5
196.8 mi into trip|~4h 8m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
5
198.7 mi into trip|~4h 11m in|I 74
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74 toward I 74 West: Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.59 one way
$63.19 round trip
$3.88/gal25.4 MPG avg73 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.27
$34.80
$69.60
premium
$4.81
$39.19
$78.37
diesel
$5.40
$44.05
$88.11
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62.1
0
$21.75
$9.94
Efficient EV
51.8
0
$18.12
$8.28
EV Truck/SUV
82.8
1
$28.99
$13.25
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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 25, 2026
Origin
Steeleville, IL
Night
in Steeleville on Saturday
Local time
9:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Mostly Clear
NE 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 4:36PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 4:36PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Destination
North Peoria, IL
Night
in North Peoria on Saturday
Local time
9:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Mostly Sunny
E 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 4:36PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 25 at 4:36PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
63°F
Springfield, IL
104 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
21 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
4h 23m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Free
near mile 135.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is primarily highway, with 76% of the drive on interstates. You'll experience a longest stretch of 93.2 miles on I 55 before transitioning to surface streets. The highway portion means you'll encounter consistent cruising speeds for the majority of your trip. Prepare for a shift from high-speed interstate travel to more local roads as you approach your destination.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.2 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and North 3rd Street. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Sparta Street.
Driving Effort6/10
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 207.1 miles you will encounter 15 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 (North Sparta Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (IL 4 / South Market Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 164.8 miles (I 155): 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.
On the drive from Steeleville, IL to North Peoria, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Hartsburg along the way.
Hartsburg
164.8 mi in|~3h 34m|via I 155
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 23m. Total distance: 207.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93.2 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 12 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 12 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Sparta Street): Navigation decision point; at 10 miles (IL 4 / South Market Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 164.8 miles (I 155): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at North Peoria, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
