How far is North Peoria, IL from Beckemeyer, IL?
The driving distance from North Peoria, IL to Beckemeyer, IL is about 179.8 miles (289.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 33m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Peoria and Beckemeyer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria and Beckemeyer.
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Start on East McClure Avenue
2637 ft · 1 min · East McClure Avenue
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Turn left onto North Knoxville Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · North Knoxville Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on I 74 East: Bloomington
1833 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
7.9 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 155 South: Lincoln
1.2 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
31.8 mi · 34 min
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Merge slight left
34 mi · 37 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
59 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 4: Staunton, Lebanon
1411 ft · 32 sec
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Turn left
22.9 mi · 34 min
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Turn left onto East Saint Louis Street
15.2 mi · 17 min · East Saint Louis Street
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Take the exit slight right
1741 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Jamestown Road
681 ft · 14 sec · Jamestown Road
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Continue on North Walnut Street
2896 ft · 1 min · North Walnut Street
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Turn left onto Old Route 50 West
1.2 km · 1 min · Old Route 50 West
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Continue on Old US Hwy 50
4 mi · 7 min · Old US Hwy 50
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Continue on Old Highway 50
625 ft · 15 sec · Old Highway 50
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Turn right onto Louis Street
1278 ft · 56 sec · Louis Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Louis Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Peoria and Beckemeyer.
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
Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
59 mi · 01h 03m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving North Peoria and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Beckemeyer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Peoria to Beckemeyer?
The road trip is about 179.8 miles (289.3 km) and usually takes 03h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Divernon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 89.9 miles from North Peoria and 89.9 miles from Beckemeyer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.1 miles (235.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:54 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.91 one way or $47.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around North Peoria and Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Beckemeyer.
Stop Ideas Near Divernon
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 Divernon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Peoria and Beckemeyer. Straight-line distance: 146.13 mi (235.18 km).
#1 North Peoria
A census-designated place in Peoria County, Illinois.
| Population | 6,000 |
| Coordinates | 40.7175400, -89.5842600 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Beckemeyer
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 999 |
| Coordinates | 38.6056000, -89.4359200 |
| Altitude | 140 |
| Country | United States |
End: Beckemeyer (-89.43592, 38.6056)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 289 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 14m |
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 | $23.91 | $47.82 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $26.96 | $53.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $29.51 | $59.01 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $33.63 | $67.25 |
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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