How far is Decatur, IL from Hickory Point, IL?
The driving distance from Decatur, IL to Hickory Point, IL is about 86.6 miles (139.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 69.2 miles (111.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 47m 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 53m.
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.
Township in Henry County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Hickory Point.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Hickory Point.
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Start on East Wood Street
155 m · 23 sec · East Wood Street
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Turn left onto South Franklin Street
2129 ft · 46 sec · South Franklin Street
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Continue on North Water Street
27.4 mi · 37 min · North Water Street
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Continue on North 1450 East Road
14.7 mi · 18 min · North 1450 East Road
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West, US 51 North: Peoria, Rockford
8 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West: Peoria
15.6 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 117: Goodfield
1556 ft · 35 sec
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Turn right onto South Eureka Street
6.9 mi · 11 min · South Eureka Street
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Turn left onto West Center Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · West Center Street
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Continue on US Highway 24
6.9 mi · 10 min · US Highway 24
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Turn right onto Nofsinger Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Nofsinger Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Tazewood Road
22 m · 4 sec · Tazewood Road
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Turn right onto Nofsinger Road
2 mi · 3 min · Nofsinger Road
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Turn right onto State Route 116
1.3 km · 1 min · State Route 116
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Continue on State Route 116
41 m · 10 sec · State Route 116
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Route 116
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Hickory Point.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Water Street
Continue on North Water Street
27.4 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny leaving Decatur and Sunny near Hickory Point.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Hickory Point?
The road trip is about 86.6 miles (139.4 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?
Burns is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.3 miles from Decatur and 43.3 miles from Hickory Point.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 69.2 miles (111.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.4 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 2:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.54 one way or $23.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny around Decatur and Sunny near Hickory Point.
Stop Ideas Near Burns
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall - Town of Normal
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Bloomington Finance Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Burns.
Uptown Station
Lincoln
Pontiac station
Peoria, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Hickory Point. Straight-line distance: 69.19 mi (111.35 km).
#1 Decatur
The most populous city in Macon County, Illinois.
| Population | 70,007 |
| Coordinates | 39.8403100, -88.9548000 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hickory Point
Township in Macon County, Illinois
| Population | 17,401 |
| Coordinates | 40.7772600, -89.4181500 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hickory Point (-89.41815, 40.77726)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $11.54 | $23.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.01 | $26.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.24 | $28.48 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
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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