How far is Decatur, IL from Kewanee, IL?
The driving distance from Decatur, IL to Kewanee, IL is about 136.5 miles (219.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 109.6 miles (176.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 45m 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 52m.
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.
Village mostly in Tazewell County, Illinois, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Decatur and Kewanee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Decatur and Kewanee.
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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
28.4 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island
14 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 74 West: Moline, Rock Island
1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight right
14.9 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Canton, Kewanee
1582 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto Canton, Elmwood, Kewanee
34 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto North Bell School Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Bell School Road
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Continue straight
20.6 mi · 33 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
5.3 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
5 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Decatur and Kewanee.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 74 West
Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West: Peoria
28.4 mi · 00h 31m
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 Decatur and Mostly Sunny near Kewanee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Decatur to Kewanee?
The road trip is about 136.5 miles (219.7 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
Deer Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.3 miles from Decatur and 68.3 miles from Kewanee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 109.6 miles (176.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.9 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 12:44 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.18 one way or $36.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Decatur and Mostly Sunny near Kewanee.
Stop Ideas Near Deer Creek
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Allentown City Hall
Village of Morton- Village Hall
East Peoria City Hall/Fondulac District Library
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Deer Creek.
Peoria, Illinois
Uptown Station
Lincoln
Pontiac station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Decatur and Kewanee. Straight-line distance: 109.64 mi (176.45 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 Kewanee
City in Henry County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 12,174 |
| Coordinates | 41.2455900, -89.9248300 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kewanee (-89.92483, 41.24559)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 220 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $18.18 | $36.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.50 | $41.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.43 | $44.86 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.57 | $51.13 |
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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