Farm Land Rest Area Eastbound – I-74
Looking for a break on I-74 eastbound near Farmer City, Illinois? Farm Land Rest Area is along the way. Reported truck parking: 42 spaces. The next eastbound stop is Spring Creek Welcome Center – Eastbound, about 63 mi ahead (straight line).
Next rest stop on I-74 Eastbound
Spring Creek Welcome Center – Eastboundabout 63 mi ahead (straight line) · Indiana · Mile marker 1Previous eastbound stop: Mackinaw Dells Rest Area – Eastbound · 42 mi back by the mile markers
Location map
Marker shows recorded coordinates, not an entrance or approved driving route. Follow highway signs.
Open directionsReported parking capacity
Reported capacity from the 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law). This is not real-time vacancy information.
Facilities and amenities
Unknown (not documented in the sources): Family restroom, Accessible facilities, Pet area, Public phone, RV dump station, EV charging, Wi-Fi, Visitor information.
A reported facility does not guarantee current availability.
About this rest area
The Farm Land Rest Area serves eastbound traffic on Interstate 74 near Farmer City, Illinois. Its current operating status has not been verified. Conditions can change, so confirm with the Illinois Department of Transportation before you rely on this stop.
Location and driving direction
The rest area sits on the eastbound side of I-74 near Farmer City. It is listed near mile marker 156.
The westbound lanes have their own facility, Farm Land Rest Area – Westbound; make sure the entrance matches your direction of travel.
Driving on, the next listed stop is Spring Creek Welcome Center – Eastbound in Indiana, roughly 63 miles ahead as the crow flies.
Parking and amenities
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 42 truck parking spaces.
Listed amenities include:
- Restrooms
- Drinking water
- Picnic tables
- Vending machines
- Playground
Space counts describe reported capacity, not live parking availability. Individual facilities can be closed temporarily.
Opening hours
The rest area is listed as accessible 24 hours a day (OpenStreetMap). Temporary closures are possible.
Time limits and overnight parking
Illinois limits stays at rest areas to 3 hours for all vehicles; a shorter limit can be posted when a rest area is full. Tollway oases have their own rules. Posted signs at this rest area can set a different limit. Source: 92 Ill. Adm. Code 533.20 (checked November 2026).
Map and coordinates
Recorded coordinates: 40.273827, -88.675476. The point marks the recorded position, not the entrance ramp, so follow the highway signs.
Frequently asked questions
Is this rest area on I-74 Eastbound?
Yes. The federal truck parking inventory record identifies it as the eastbound facility on Interstate 74 near Farmer City. The westbound lanes have a separate facility.
How many truck spaces are there?
The 2019 federal truck parking survey (FHWA Jason's Law) lists 42 truck parking spaces at this facility. This does not indicate how many are currently free.
Can I get drinking water and use the restroom?
Yes, both are included in the official amenities listing. Check current conditions before travel.
Is this rest area open 24 hours?
It is listed as accessible 24 hours a day by OpenStreetMap. Temporary closures can still happen, so check before travel.
How long can I park here?
Illinois limits stays at rest areas to 3 hours for all vehicles; a shorter limit can be posted when a rest area is full. Tollway oases have their own rules. Posted signs on site apply.
Where is the next rest stop?
Spring Creek Welcome Center – Eastbound, about 63 miles ahead in a straight line, in Indiana.