How far is Eliza, IL from Preemption, IL?
The driving distance from Eliza, IL to Preemption, IL is about 24.6 miles (39.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Eliza and Preemption.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eliza and Preemption.
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Start on 65th Street
2.6 mi · 10 min · 65th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 190th Avenue West
4 mi · 10 min · 190th Avenue West
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Continue on 234th Street West
2587 ft · 1 min · 234th Street West
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Continue on 183rd Avenue West
4.5 mi · 11 min · 183rd Avenue West
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Continue on 170th Street West
2945 ft · 1 min · 170th Street West
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Continue on 180th Avenue West
3.6 mi · 9 min · 180th Avenue West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 190th Avenue West
2.7 mi · 4 min · 190th Avenue West
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on 70th Street West
2063 ft · 37 sec · 70th Street West
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Turn right onto 176th Avenue West
4.7 mi · 11 min · 176th Avenue West
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Turn right onto 1st Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Eliza and Preemption.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
176th Avenue West
Turn right onto 176th Avenue West
4.65 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Eliza and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Preemption.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Eliza to Preemption?
The road trip is about 24.6 miles (39.6 km) and usually takes 00h 39m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Buffalo Prairie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Eliza and 11.2 miles from Preemption.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:10 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.28 one way or $6.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Eliza and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Preemption.
Stop Ideas Near Buffalo Prairie
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 Buffalo Prairie.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Eliza and Preemption. Straight-line distance: 19.91 mi (32.05 km).
#1 Eliza
Unincorporated community in Illinois
| Population | 385 |
| Coordinates | 41.2958600, -90.9676500 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Preemption
Township in Mercer County, Illinois
| Population | 1,628 |
| Coordinates | 41.3128100, -90.5845800 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 67 (-90.584536, 41.312787)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $3.28 | $6.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.70 | $7.40 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.05 | $8.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.61 | $9.23 |
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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