How far is Dixon, IL from North Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from Dixon, IL to North Peoria, IL is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 77.7 miles (125 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 21m 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 40m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Bureau County, Illinois
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dixon and North Peoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dixon and North Peoria.
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Start on East 6th Street
86 m · 18 sec · East 6th Street
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Turn left onto South Galena Avenue
19.3 mi · 29 min · South Galena Avenue
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Continue on North Main Street
1 mi · 1 min · North Main Street
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Continue on 2050 East Street
7.3 mi · 11 min · 2050 East Street
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Continue on County Road 2010 East
1.4 mi · 2 min · County Road 2010 East
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Continue on North Main Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Turn left
1193 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 180 South: Hennepin
2141 ft · 52 sec
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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 Dixon and North Peoria.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Peoria
Continue straight
32.6 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Dixon 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 Dixon to North Peoria?
The road trip is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km) and usually takes 01h 40m 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?
Bureau is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.6 miles from Dixon and 44.7 miles from North Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 77.7 miles (125 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 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 3:08 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.69 one way or $29.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Dixon and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Bureau
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Princeton
Mendota station
Kewanee
Peoria, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dixon and North Peoria. Straight-line distance: 77.67 mi (125 km).
#1 Dixon
City and county seat of Lee County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 14,927 |
| Coordinates | 41.8389200, -89.4795500 |
| Altitude | 208 |
| 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: 144 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $14.69 | $29.39 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $16.67 | $33.34 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $18.39 | $36.77 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $20.70 | $41.40 |
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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