How far is Normal, IL from Kewanee, IL?
The driving distance from Normal, IL to Kewanee, IL is about 89 miles (143.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 48m 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 54m.
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
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Village in Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Normal and Kewanee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Normal and Kewanee.
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Start on the route
32 m · 10 sec
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Turn right onto West Willow Street
1233 ft · 39 sec · West Willow Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
2316 ft · 59 sec
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Keep slight left
1971 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 km · 47 sec
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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 left to continue on I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island
14 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 74 West: Moline, Rock Island
1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight right
14.9 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Canton, Kewanee
1582 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto Canton, Elmwood, Kewanee
34 m · 5 sec
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Turn straight onto North Bell School Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Bell School Road
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Continue straight
20.6 mi · 33 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
5.3 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto East 3rd Street
5 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Normal and Kewanee.
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 74 West
Continue straight
27.4 mi · 00h 29m
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 Normal and Showers And Thunderstorms near Kewanee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Normal to Kewanee?
The road trip is about 89 miles (143.2 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Bellevue is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.5 miles from Normal and 44.6 miles from Kewanee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.3 miles (113.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 2:42 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.65 one way or $29.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Normal and Showers And Thunderstorms near Kewanee.
Stop Ideas Near Bellevue
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Normal and Kewanee. Straight-line distance: 70.25 mi (113.06 km).
#1 Normal
Town in McLean County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 54,451 |
| Coordinates | 40.5142000, -88.9906300 |
| Altitude | 244 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kewanee
City in Henry County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 12,174 |
| Coordinates | 41.2455900, -89.9248300 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kewanee (-89.92483, 41.24559)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 143 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
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 | $14.65 | $29.30 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $16.62 | $33.23 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $18.33 | $36.66 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $20.63 | $41.27 |
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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