How far is La Harpe, IL from Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from La Harpe, IL to Peoria, IL is about 93.3 miles (150.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m 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 01h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between La Harpe and Peoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Harpe and Peoria.
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Start on East Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Continue on Highway 9
14.5 mi · 22 min · Highway 9
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Turn left onto East 1100th Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East 1100th Street
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Turn right onto North 1975th Road
1 mi · 1 min · North 1975th Road
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Turn left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
10 mi · 11 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
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Turn right onto 60th Street
1.5 km · 1 min · 60th Street
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Continue on South Main Street
3197 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Penn Avenue
35.1 mi · 51 min · East Penn Avenue
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Continue on North Main Street
2629 ft · 50 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto East Fort Street
1 mi · 1 min · East Fort Street
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Continue on West Farmington Road
13.3 mi · 20 min · West Farmington Road
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Continue on West Plank Road
4.3 mi · 7 min · West Plank Road
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Continue on West Harmon Highway
1.4 km · 2 min · West Harmon Highway
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Continue on West Lincoln Avenue
109 m · 7 sec · West Lincoln Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on West Dr Martin Luther King Jr Drive
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Dr Martin Luther King Jr Drive
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Turn slight right onto West Romeo B Garrett Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · West Romeo B Garrett Avenue
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Continue on Southwest Monroe Street
1032 ft · 27 sec · Southwest Monroe Street
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Continue on Northeast Monroe Street
905 ft · 31 sec · Northeast Monroe Street
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Turn right onto Fayette Street
927 ft · 32 sec · Fayette Street
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Turn right onto Northeast Jefferson Avenue
112 m · 7 sec · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between La Harpe and Peoria.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Penn Avenue
Turn right onto East Penn Avenue
35.1 mi · 00h 51m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving La Harpe and Showers And Thunderstorms near Peoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from La Harpe to Peoria?
The road trip is about 93.3 miles (150.1 km) and usually takes 01h 46m 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?
Saint Augustine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.6 miles from La Harpe and 49.6 miles from Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 2:58 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.41 one way or $24.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around La Harpe and Showers And Thunderstorms near Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Augustine
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between La Harpe and Peoria. Straight-line distance: 72.77 mi (117.11 km).
#1 La Harpe
City in Hancock County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,123 |
| Coordinates | 40.5833700, -90.9693100 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Peoria
The third most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 109,428 |
| Coordinates | 40.6936500, -89.5889900 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northeast Jefferson Avenue (-89.589088, 40.693742)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 150 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $12.41 | $24.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.99 | $27.98 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.31 | $30.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.45 | $34.90 |
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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