How far is Byron, IL from North Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from Byron, IL to North Peoria, IL is about 116.1 miles (186.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.9 miles (159.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 32m 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 16m.
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 Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Byron and North Peoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Byron and North Peoria.
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Start on the route
27 m · 12 sec
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Turn left
40 m · 15 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Union Street
2666 ft · 1 min · North Union Street
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Turn left
12.1 mi · 18 min
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Take the ramp left
1876 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
51.5 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 80 West: La Salle-Peru, Des Moines
1 km · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
16.7 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 180 South: Hennepin
1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
8.7 mi · 9 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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Take the ramp straight toward 150: War Memorial Drive
1314 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto East War Memorial Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · East War Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto North Prospect Road
1 mi · 2 min · North Prospect Road
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Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
1964 ft · 54 sec · 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 Byron and North Peoria.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North Union Street
Merge slight left
51.5 mi · 00h 55m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Byron 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 Byron to North Peoria?
The road trip is about 116.1 miles (186.9 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Peru is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.2 miles from Byron and 48 miles from North Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.9 miles (159.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.2 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 1:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.13 one way or $38.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Byron and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Peru
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 Peru.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Byron and North Peoria. Straight-line distance: 98.86 mi (159.1 km).
#1 Byron
City in Ogle County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 3,650 |
| Coordinates | 42.1269700, -89.2556600 |
| Altitude | 222 |
| 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: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 26m |
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 | $19.13 | $38.25 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $21.70 | $43.39 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $23.93 | $47.86 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $26.94 | $53.88 |
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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