How far is Markham, IL from West Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from Markham, IL to West Peoria, IL is about 152.7 miles (245.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.3 miles (190.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 49m 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 02h 54m.
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
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Township in Livingston County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Markham and West Peoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Markham and West Peoria.
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Start on 163rd Street
20 m · 7 sec · 163rd Street
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Turn right onto Kedzie Avenue
2913 ft · 1 min · Kedzie Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 80 West
2482 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
28 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
1900 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
86.6 mi · 1 hr 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 West: Peoria
2888 ft · 49 sec
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Continue straight
27.4 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 74 West: Peoria
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 150 West, US 24, IL 29 South, IL 116: North Main Street
1288 ft · 31 sec
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.1 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp slight right
1.8 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto Southwest Jefferson Avenue
91 m · 6 sec · Southwest Jefferson Avenue
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Turn slight right onto West Howett Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West Howett Street
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Turn right onto South Western Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · South Western Avenue
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Turn left onto West Ayers Avenue
1333 ft · 1 min · West Ayers Avenue
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Turn right onto North Waverly Avenue
25 m · 4 sec · North Waverly Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Waverly Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Markham and West 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 55 South
Merge slight left
86.6 mi · 01h 33m
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 Markham and Showers And Thunderstorms near West Peoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Markham to West Peoria?
The road trip is about 152.7 miles (245.7 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Odell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.2 miles from Markham and 76.4 miles from West Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.3 miles (190.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.4 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 12:40 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.14 one way or $50.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Markham and Showers And Thunderstorms near West Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Odell
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Markham and West Peoria. Straight-line distance: 118.29 mi (190.37 km).
#1 Markham
A city located in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 13,400 |
| Coordinates | 41.5936500, -87.6947700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
#2 West Peoria
City in Peoria County, Illinois
| Population | 4,409 |
| Coordinates | 40.6925400, -89.6278800 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Peoria (-89.62788, 40.69254)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 246 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
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 | $25.14 | $50.29 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $28.52 | $57.05 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $31.46 | $62.92 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $35.42 | $70.84 |
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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