How far is North Peoria, IL from Bruce, IL?
The driving distance from North Peoria, IL to Bruce, IL is about 120.5 miles (193.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.9 miles (157.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 15m 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. 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 37m.
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.
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Peoria and Bruce.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria and Bruce.
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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
33.6 mi · 37 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 South, I 74 East, US 51 South: Saint Louis, Indianapolis
6.6 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 74 East, US 51 South, US 55 Business North: Indianapolis, Decatur
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 51 South, US 51 Business North: Decatur, Bloomington
1616 ft · 40 sec
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Continue on North 1450 East Road
14.7 mi · 18 min · North 1450 East Road
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Continue on North Walnut Street
23.2 mi · 30 min · North Walnut Street
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Turn straight
4.3 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto West Eldorado Street
1.4 mi · 2 min · West Eldorado Street
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Turn slight right
3.3 mi · 5 min
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Continue on South Mount Zion Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · South Mount Zion Road
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Continue on North State Route 121
20.9 mi · 30 min · North State Route 121
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Turn right onto North Hamilton Street
5.5 mi · 10 min · North Hamilton Street
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Turn left onto County Highway 4
1.2 km · 2 min · County Highway 4
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Turn right
691 ft · 30 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Peoria and Bruce.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 74 East
Merge slight left
33.6 mi · 00h 37m
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 then Chance Rain Showers leaving North Peoria and Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Bruce.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Peoria to Bruce?
The road trip is about 120.5 miles (193.9 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Wapella is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.2 miles from North Peoria and 60.3 miles from Bruce.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.9 miles (157.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.6 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 1:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.83 one way or $39.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around North Peoria and Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near Bruce.
Stop Ideas Near Wapella
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Le Roy City Hall
Maroa Police Department
Clinton City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Wapella.
Uptown Station
Lincoln
Illinois Terminal
Rantoul
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Peoria and Bruce. Straight-line distance: 97.95 mi (157.63 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 Bruce
Unincorporated community in Illinois
| Population | 12,209 |
| Coordinates | 39.5189200, -88.5945000 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bruce (-88.5945, 39.51892)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $19.83 | $39.65 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $22.49 | $44.98 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $24.81 | $49.61 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $27.93 | $55.85 |
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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