How far is Lakewood, IL from North Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from Lakewood, IL to North Peoria, IL is about 127.8 miles (205.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.8 miles (165.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 14m.
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 in Illinois, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lakewood and North Peoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakewood and North Peoria.
-
1
Start on 750 North
3.9 mi · 10 min · 750 North
-
2
Turn right onto County Road 900 East
1.8 mi · 3 min · County Road 900 East
-
3
Continue on 950 East
1.8 mi · 3 min · 950 East
-
4
Continue on Herric Road
2818 ft · 56 sec · Herric Road
-
5
Continue on Logan Street
983 ft · 20 sec · Logan Street
-
6
Continue on Michigan Street
2587 ft · 58 sec · Michigan Street
-
7
Turn left
6 mi · 10 min
-
8
Turn right onto N Hickory Street
963 ft · 26 sec · N Hickory Street
-
9
Turn left onto West Washington Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Washington Street
-
10
Continue on N 2000 East Road
5.4 mi · 8 min · N 2000 East Road
-
11
Continue on State Route 29
5.1 mi · 8 min · State Route 29
-
12
Continue on East Park Street
5.3 mi · 8 min · East Park Street
-
13
Turn right onto North Webster Street
2286 ft · 33 sec · North Webster Street
-
14
Continue on West Springfield Road
15.7 mi · 19 min · West Springfield Road
-
15
Continue straight
1.3 mi · 1 min
-
16
Continue straight
5.4 mi · 8 min
-
17
Continue straight
2678 ft · 42 sec
-
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 55 North, I 72 East
2550 ft · 54 sec
-
19
Merge slight left
30 mi · 32 min
-
20
Keep slight left to continue on I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
32 mi · 34 min
-
21
Keep slight left to continue on I 74 West: Peoria
1.5 km · 2 min
-
22
Merge slight left
1 mi · 1 min
-
23
Keep slight right to continue on I 74 West: Peoria
6.7 mi · 8 min
-
24
Take the exit slight right toward IL 40 North: Knoxville Avenue
1542 ft · 38 sec
-
25
Turn straight onto North Knoxville Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · North Knoxville Avenue
-
26
Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
2637 ft · 1 min · East McClure Avenue
-
27
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East McClure Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lakewood and North Peoria.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 155 North
Keep slight left to continue on I 155 North: Peoria, Hartsburg
32 mi · 00h 34m
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 Likely leaving Lakewood 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 Lakewood to North Peoria?
The road trip is about 127.8 miles (205.6 km) and usually takes 02h 14m 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?
Sherman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64 miles from Lakewood and 63.8 miles from North Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.8 miles (165.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 25 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 2:00 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.04 one way or $42.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Lakewood and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Sherman
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 Sherman.
Springfield station
Lincoln
Carlinville
Uptown Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lakewood and North Peoria. Straight-line distance: 102.81 mi (165.45 km).
#1 Lakewood
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 3,967 |
| Coordinates | 39.3250400, -88.8995200 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| 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: 206 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.67 | $21.04 | $42.08 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $23.87 | $47.73 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $26.32 | $52.65 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $29.64 | $59.27 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Illinois · Oct 15, 2026