How far is Amboy, IL from Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from Amboy, IL to Peoria, IL is about 80.2 miles (129.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 71.8 miles (115.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 35m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Amboy and Peoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Amboy and Peoria.
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Start on the route
5 m · 3 sec
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Turn right onto East Main Street
58 m · 11 sec · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Mason Avenue
1983 ft · 33 sec · South Mason Avenue
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Continue on S Mason Avenue
2.9 mi · 4 min · S Mason Avenue
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Turn right onto Lamoille Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Lamoille Road
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Continue on La Moille Road
5.7 mi · 14 min · La Moille Road
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Continue on 3000 East Street
3.2 mi · 8 min · 3000 East Street
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Continue on North Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
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Turn right
8.9 mi · 13 min
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Turn left onto County Road 27
2727 ft · 1 min · County Road 27
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Continue on 2400 East Street
4 mi · 10 min · 2400 East Street
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Turn left onto County Road 1550 N
1352 ft · 23 sec · County Road 1550 N
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Continue on 1550 North Avenue
692 ft · 13 sec · 1550 North Avenue
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Take the ramp right
2033 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
6.6 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Peoria
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
32.6 mi · 39 min
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Continue on North Galena Road
7.3 mi · 11 min · North Galena Road
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Continue on Northeast Adams Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Northeast Adams Street
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Continue on Northeast Jefferson Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Amboy and Peoria.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
1550 North Avenue
Continue straight
32.6 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Amboy and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Peoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Amboy to Peoria?
The road trip is about 80.2 miles (129.1 km) and usually takes 01h 35m 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?
Hennepin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.1 miles from Amboy and 40.1 miles from Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 71.8 miles (115.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.4 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 3:20 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.67 one way or $21.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Amboy and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Hennepin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Peoria, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Amboy and Peoria. Straight-line distance: 71.8 mi (115.55 km).
#1 Amboy
City in Lee County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 2,841 |
| Coordinates | 41.7142000, -89.3287100 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| 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: 129 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $10.67 | $21.34 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.04 | $24.07 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.17 | $26.34 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.01 | $30.02 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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