How far is Harpster, IL from Kempton, IL?
The driving distance from Harpster, IL to Kempton, IL is about 46.2 miles (74.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.3 miles (61.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 01h 15m.
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.
Settlement in Illinois, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harpster and Kempton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harpster and Kempton.
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Start on East 50 North Road
133 m · 20 sec · East 50 North Road
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Turn left
5.8 mi · 10 min
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Turn left onto South Lawrence Street
15.2 mi · 27 min · South Lawrence Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto N 1500E Road
9.5 mi · 17 min · N 1500E Road
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Turn left
1869 ft · 29 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Green Street
1.6 km · 2 min · South Green Street
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Continue on West Piper City Street
134 m · 9 sec · West Piper City Street
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Continue on East 2500N Road
2194 ft · 44 sec · East 2500N Road
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Turn slight right
12.1 mi · 18 min
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Turn left onto East 3700 North Road
1.4 mi · 5 min · East 3700 North Road
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Continue on Township Line Road
143 m · 22 sec · Township Line Road
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Turn left onto Gardner Street
129 m · 19 sec · Gardner Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
107 m · 15 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Harpster and Kempton.
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.
South Lawrence Street
Turn left onto South Lawrence Street
15.2 mi · 00h 27m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Harpster and Mostly Sunny near Kempton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harpster to Kempton?
The road trip is about 46.2 miles (74.3 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?
Roberts is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.1 miles from Harpster and 23.1 miles from Kempton.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.3 miles (61.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:00 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.51 one way or $15.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Harpster and Mostly Sunny near Kempton.
Stop Ideas Near Roberts
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 Roberts.
Gilman
Rantoul
Pontiac station
Illinois Terminal
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harpster and Kempton. Straight-line distance: 38.26 mi (61.57 km).
#1 Harpster
Harpster is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.4055900, -88.4486700 |
| Altitude | 226 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kempton
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 206 |
| Coordinates | 40.9355900, -88.2372700 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-88.237279, 40.935769)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $4.61 | $7.51 | $15.02 |
| Mid-grade | $5.24 | $8.54 | $17.08 |
| Premium | $5.79 | $9.44 | $18.89 |
| Diesel | $6.59 | $10.74 | $21.49 |
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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