How far is Blue Island, IL from Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from Blue Island, IL to Peoria, IL is about 154.9 miles (249.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.6 miles (192.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 31m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Livingston County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blue Island and Peoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blue Island and Peoria.
-
1
Start on Western Avenue
1003 ft · 24 sec · Western Avenue
-
2
Continue on Western Avenue
2.2 mi · 4 min · Western Avenue
-
3
Turn right onto West 147th Street
1854 ft · 46 sec · West 147th Street
-
4
Turn left onto I 57 South
1969 ft · 50 sec
-
5
Keep slight left to continue on I 294 Toll South, I 57 South: Indiana, Memphis
1763 ft · 43 sec
-
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 57 South: Memphis
1.1 km · 1 min
-
7
Merge slight left
3.7 mi · 5 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: Iowa
2386 ft · 45 sec
-
9
Merge slight left
25.3 mi · 31 min
-
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
1900 ft · 54 sec
-
11
Merge slight left
86.6 mi · 1 hr 33 min
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West: Peoria
2888 ft · 49 sec
-
13
Continue straight
27.4 mi · 29 min
-
14
Keep slight right to continue on I 74 West: Peoria
6 mi · 7 min
-
15
Take the exit slight right toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
869 ft · 23 sec
-
16
Continue on Spalding Avenue
138 m · 20 sec · Spalding Avenue
-
17
Turn left onto Northeast Jefferson Avenue
799 ft · 17 sec · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
-
18
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blue Island and Peoria.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 South
Merge slight left
86.6 mi · 01h 33m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Blue Island and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Peoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blue Island to Peoria?
The road trip is about 154.9 miles (249.3 km) and usually takes 02h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Odell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.4 miles from Blue Island and 77.5 miles from Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.6 miles (192.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:28 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.63 one way or $41.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Blue Island and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Odell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Odell.
Dwight station
Pontiac station
Gilman
Kankakee
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blue Island and Peoria. Straight-line distance: 119.53 mi (192.37 km).
#1 Blue Island
City in Illinois, United States
| Population | 22,616 |
| Coordinates | 41.6572600, -87.6800500 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Peoria
The third most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 109,428 |
| Coordinates | 40.6936500, -89.5889900 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northeast Jefferson Avenue (-89.589088, 40.693742)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 249 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $20.63 | $41.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.26 | $46.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.46 | $50.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.01 | $58.03 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Illinois · May 12, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.