How far is Near South Side, IL from Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from Near South Side, IL to Peoria, IL is about 164.7 miles (265.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 129.9 miles (209 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 29m 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 02h 44m.
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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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Near South Side and Peoria.
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Start on the route
131 m · 37 sec
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Turn left onto East 18th Street
646 ft · 17 sec · East 18th Street
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Turn left onto South State Street
157 m · 20 sec · South State Street
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Turn right onto South Archer Avenue
955 ft · 22 sec · South Archer Avenue
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Turn left onto South Clark Street
790 ft · 20 sec · South Clark Street
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Turn right onto West Cermak Road
101 m · 18 sec · West Cermak Road
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Turn left onto I 55 South
907 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 South: St. Louis
2448 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left onto Stevenson Expressway
6.3 mi · 9 min · Stevenson Expressway
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Continue on Adlai E Stevenson Expressway
1739 ft · 27 sec · Adlai E Stevenson Expressway
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Continue on Adlai Stevenson Expressway
122.3 mi · 2 hr 19 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway
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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
6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 29 North: Downtown Peoria
869 ft · 23 sec
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Continue on Spalding Avenue
138 m · 20 sec · Spalding Avenue
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Turn left onto Northeast Jefferson Avenue
799 ft · 17 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 Near South Side and 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.
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Continue on Adlai Stevenson Expressway
122 mi · 02h 19m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Near South Side and Cloudy near Peoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Near South Side to Peoria?
The road trip is about 164.7 miles (265.1 km) and usually takes 02h 44m 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 82.3 miles from Near South Side and 82.5 miles from Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 129.9 miles (209 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.8 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 1:00 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.77 one way or $53.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Near South Side and Cloudy near Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Odell
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 Odell.
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Pontiac station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Near South Side and Peoria. Straight-line distance: 129.84 mi (208.96 km).
#1 Near South Side
Near South Side is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.8567000, -87.6247700 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| 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: 265 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 03m |
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 | $26.77 | $53.53 |
| Mid-grade | $5.24 | $30.44 | $60.89 |
| Premium | $5.79 | $33.66 | $67.33 |
| Diesel | $6.59 | $38.30 | $76.60 |
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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