How far is Brighton, IL from North Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from Brighton, IL to North Peoria, IL is about 149.5 miles (240.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 119.6 miles (192.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 54m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 27m.
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.
City in Sangamon County, Illinois, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Brighton and North Peoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brighton and North Peoria.
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Start on North Market Street
104 m · 12 sec · North Market Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
42 m · 6 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on North Main Street
5.3 mi · 8 min · North Main Street
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Turn right
10.2 mi · 15 min
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Turn left
16.8 mi · 25 min
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Continue on County Road 1200 N
115 m · 24 sec · County Road 1200 N
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 North: Springfield
2042 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
73.9 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
32 mi · 34 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 74 West: Peoria
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
1 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 74 West: Peoria
6.7 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
1542 ft · 38 sec
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Turn straight onto North Knoxville Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · North Knoxville Avenue
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Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
2637 ft · 1 min · East McClure Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East McClure Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Brighton and North 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 North
Merge slight left
73.9 mi · 01h 20m
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 Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Brighton and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Peoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Brighton to North Peoria?
The road trip is about 149.5 miles (240.6 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Southern View is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.6 miles from Brighton and 74.9 miles from North Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 119.6 miles (192.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.9 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 1:36 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.63 one way or $49.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Brighton and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Southern View
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Brighton and North Peoria. Straight-line distance: 119.61 mi (192.5 km).
#1 Brighton
Village in Macoupin County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,967 |
| Coordinates | 39.0397700, -90.1406600 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Peoria
A census-designated place in Peoria County, Illinois.
| Population | 6,000 |
| Coordinates | 40.7175400, -89.5842600 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: East McClure Avenue (-89.58426, 40.717529)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 241 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
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 | $4.67 | $24.63 | $49.26 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $27.94 | $55.88 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $30.82 | $61.64 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $34.69 | $69.39 |
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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