Origin
Tinley Park, IL
Morning in Tinley Park on Tuesday
Local time
7:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tinley Park, 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 45m
Distance
145.9 mi
235 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 7m
10 AM
2h 53m
12 PM
2h 51m
3 PM
2h 54m
5 PM
3h 6m
8 PM
2h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tinley Park, IL
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Peoria, IL
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Trip Overview
This 145.9-mile drive from Tinley Park, IL, to Peoria, IL, is a straightforward 2 hour and 45 minute trip, making it an ideal day trip. With 98% of the journey on highways, expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost is around $23, which is quite economical for the distance. This route stays within the Midwest region, so you'll experience a consistent Midwestern landscape throughout. Given its manageable length and efficient highway focus, this trip is best tackled in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73 miles from Tinley Park, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 86.6 mi | 1h 33m |
| I 74 | 33.4 mi | 36m |
| I 80 | 22.3 mi | 27m |
| Harlem Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Hickory Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| IL 29 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Jefferson Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Oak Park Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 86.6 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tinley Park, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on this road
60 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
76 ft
·
11 sec
3
Turn left onto Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Oak Park Avenue
4
Turn left onto Hickory Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hickory Street
5
Turn left onto IL 43
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Harlem Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 80 West: Joliet
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 80
22 mi
·
27 min
·
I 80
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Exit 126A
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
9
Merge onto I 55
87 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
I 55
Use the right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on I 74
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 74
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 74
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
13
Take the exit onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
IL 29
Toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
14
Continue on Spalding Avenue
452 ft
·
20 sec
·
Spalding Avenue
15
Turn left onto IL 29
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just under 3 hours, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart in the morning and arrive in Peoria by lunchtime, or head out in the afternoon to avoid peak traffic. Plan for one stop to break up the longest stretch of 86.6 miles on I-55, ensuring you stay refreshed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto longer interstate segments, as services can sometimes be spaced out. The $23 fuel estimate is a good baseline for budgeting this efficient drive.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73 miles from Tinley Park, IL, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.6 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 32 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73 miles or 1h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
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 Tinley Park, 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 Tinley Park, IL
This is one driving day of about 145.9 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Tinley Park, 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 86.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73 miles from Tinley Park, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 86.6 miles.
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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 111.5 — 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
|
Oak Park Avenue
Turn left onto Oak Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 80 West: Joliet
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 80 West: Joliet
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 80
Merge onto I 80
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
24.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 126A
Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
6
111.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 74 West: Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.81 one way
$45.62 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $25.04 | $50.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $28.08 | $56.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.21 | $64.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.32 | $7.00 |
| Efficient EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.77 | $5.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.4 | 0 | $20.43 | $9.34 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Peoria, IL
Morning in Peoria on Tuesday
Local time
7:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Reading, IL
73 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 45m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
12 mi from route
~31 min detour
Free
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Primarily a highway-focused drive, this route consists of 98% highway travel, meaning you'll be on interstates for the vast majority of your journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 86.6 miles on I-55, offering a significant period of consistent speed and minimal interruptions. You'll primarily navigate via I-55, I-74, and I-80. This highway-centric profile suggests a driving experience characterized by efficiency and steady progress rather than varied scenery.
98% 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: 86.6 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 74. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Oak Park Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 145.9 miles you will encounter 12 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 (Oak Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
About the Cities
Starting in Tinley Park, IL
Full guide →Tinley Park is an Illinois city in Chicagoland.
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 45m. Total distance: 145.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 86.6 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 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: near the start (Oak Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (I 80): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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