Indianapolis, IN to Peoria, IL
225-mile freight corridor via I-74 W from Indianapolis through Crawfordsville, into Illinois through Champaign-Urbana to Peoria. Same day (3-4 hours) transit. Easy difficulty.
Distance
225 mi
Transit Time
Same day (3-4 hours)
Difficulty
Toll Cost
$0
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.30 | $517.5 |
| Reefer | $2.75 | $618.75 |
| Flatbed | $2.95 | $663.75 |
Rates are approximate averages and vary by season, demand, and broker. Always verify current spot rates on DAT or Truckstop.
Route Details
Recommended Route
I-74 W from Indianapolis through Crawfordsville, into Illinois through Champaign-Urbana to Peoria
Fuel Stops
1 recommended
Tolls
$0
Common Freight Types
Backhaul Information
Good Backhaul Availability
Average backhaul rate: $2.10/mi
Common return cargo: Caterpillar equipment, agricultural machinery, ethanol, corn products
Key Stops Along the Route
Indianapolis, IN
Origin
Crawfordsville, IN
Covington, IN
Danville, IL
Champaign, IL
Bloomington, IL
Peoria, IL
Destination
Seasonal Trends
Caterpillar headquarters in Peoria generates year-round heavy equipment freight. Harvest season September-November spikes flatbed and hopper demand. State Fair in Springfield (August) creates temporary freight increases.
Trucker Tips for This Lane
Peoria is Caterpillar's world headquarters. Heavy equipment and parts loads pay premium flatbed rates.
I-74 through central Illinois is flat and straight but prone to fog in river valleys near the Wabash and Illinois rivers.
The Champaign area is a crossroads with I-57. Good reload options heading north to Chicago or south.
Indiana fuel is typically cheaper than Illinois. Fill up before crossing the state line.
Bloomington-Normal has a State Farm campus and Rivian EV plant generating consistent freight demand.