Origin
Wyoming, IL
Late night in Wyoming on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wyoming, IL to 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
58m
Distance
34.4 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wyoming, IL
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Peoria, IL
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Wyoming to Peoria, you are looking at a straightforward 34.4-mile journey through the heart of the Midwest. This drive typically takes about 58 minutes, making it an effortless day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $5 for fuel should cover your transit across Illinois. Because the route is short and efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are heading into the city for business or leisure, the transit is quick and predictable. Expect a hassle-free transition between these two Illinois towns as you navigate the regional landscape.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 90 | 12.3 mi | 21m |
| IL 91 | 9.4 mi | 16m |
| I 74 | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| North Orange Prairie Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| IL 6 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| South 7th Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Fayette Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West War Memorial Drive | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
IL 90
— 12.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wyoming, IL and Peoria, IL.
1
Start on IL 91
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South 7th Street
2
Continue on IL 91
9.4 mi
·
16 min
·
IL 91
3
Turn left onto IL 90; IL 91
12 mi
·
21 min
·
IL 90; IL 91
4
Continue on North Orange Prairie Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
North Orange Prairie Road
5
Turn left onto US 150
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
West War Memorial Drive
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward IL 6 South
7
Merge onto IL 6
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
IL 6
8
Continue on I 474
400 ft
·
4 sec
·
I 474
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 74 East: Peoria
10
Merge onto I 74
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
I 74
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward IL 40 South: Downtown Peoria
12
Continue on Fayette Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Fayette Street
13
Turn right onto Northeast Jefferson Avenue
367 ft
·
7 sec
·
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Wyoming, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 10 and 34.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
10 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
IL 90; IL 91
Turn left onto IL 90; IL 91
Navigation decision point
4
25 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward IL 6 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward IL 6 South
4
27.6 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward I 74 East: Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 74 East: Peoria
4
33.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward IL 40 South: Downtown Peoria
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward IL 40 South: Downtown Peoria
4
34.3 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Turn right onto Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.38 one way
$10.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.90 | $11.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.62 | $13.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.60 | $15.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Late night in Peoria on Sunday
Local time
2:59 AM
CDT
Current temp
61°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 10 mph
7% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 9:52PM CDT until April 17 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
53°F
Bellevue, IL
17 mi in
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
13 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
58m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 85% of your time spent on main thoroughfares like IL 90, IL 91, and I 74. You will experience a mix of regional roads that eventually funnel into faster interstate travel. The longest uninterrupted segment you will encounter is a 12.3-mile stretch on IL 90, which provides a steady rhythm to your drive. As you transition from the local roads onto the highway system, the pace naturally picks up. You can expect a consistent driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over technical, winding backroads.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.3 mi on IL 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 90 and IL 91. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10 miles in near IL 90; IL 91.
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 34.4 miles you will encounter 7 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: at 10 miles (IL 90; IL 91): Navigation decision point; at 25 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
751 ft
502 ft
Total Climb
232 ft
Total Descent
434 ft
Highest Point
751 ft
~14.7 mi in
Elevation Range
249 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Wyoming, IL
Full guide →Founded 1836
Arriving 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 58m. Total distance: 34.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.3 miles on IL 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 10 miles (IL 90; IL 91): Navigation decision point; at 25 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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