How far is Avon, IL from Canton, IL?
The driving distance from Avon, IL to Canton, IL is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.2 miles (35.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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Township in Stephenson County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Avon and Canton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avon and Canton.
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Start on East Wood Street
11 m · 6 sec · East Wood Street
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Turn left onto South Main Street
3121 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on IL 41
2.8 mi · 5 min · IL 41
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Continue on North 2350th Road
2721 ft · 54 sec · North 2350th Road
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Continue on East Main Street
1881 ft · 38 sec · East Main Street
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Turn straight onto Washington Street
2810 ft · 56 sec · Washington Street
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Continue on East 2300th Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · East 2300th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on East 2300th Street
716 ft · 14 sec · East 2300th Street
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Turn straight onto North 2100th Road
23.6 mi · 42 min · North 2100th Road
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Turn right onto North Main Street
41 m · 33 sec · North Main Street
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Turn uturn onto North Main Street
17 m · 2 sec · North Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Avon and Canton.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
North 2100th Road
Turn straight onto North 2100th Road
23.6 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Sunny leaving Avon and Sunny near Canton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Avon to Canton?
The road trip is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Buckeye is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.2 miles from Avon and 15.3 miles from Canton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.2 miles (35.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.3 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 4:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.07 one way or $8.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Avon and Sunny near Canton.
Stop Ideas Near Buckeye
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 Buckeye.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Avon and Canton. Straight-line distance: 22.21 mi (35.75 km).
#1 Avon
Village in Fulton County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 699 |
| Coordinates | 40.6642100, -90.4348500 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Canton
City in Fulton County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 13,265 |
| Coordinates | 40.5580900, -90.0351200 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
End: Canton (-90.03512, 40.55809)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.07 | $8.15 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.59 | $9.19 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.03 | $10.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.73 | $11.46 |
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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