How far is North Peoria, IL from Crest Hill, IL?
The driving distance from North Peoria, IL to Crest Hill, IL is about 171.6 miles (276.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 15m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 152.7 miles (245.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 30m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 15m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Illinois, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Peoria and Crest Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria and Crest Hill.
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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
82 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 255: Memphis, Interstate 270
1386 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 255 South: Memphis
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
7.4 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 15 East: Belleville
1767 ft · 43 sec
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Continue on New Missouri Avenue
2.4 mi · 3 min · New Missouri Avenue
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Take the exit slight right
815 ft · 23 sec
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Turn straight onto Busch Boulevard
778 ft · 40 sec · Busch Boulevard
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Turn left onto Old Saint Louis Road
1 km · 1 min · Old Saint Louis Road
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Turn right onto Eiler Road
837 ft · 23 sec · Eiler Road
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Turn left onto Bernard Drive
1076 ft · 47 sec · Bernard Drive
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Continue on Bernard Drive
109 m · 19 sec · Bernard Drive
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Turn left onto Bethesda Drive
1175 ft · 53 sec · Bethesda Drive
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Turn right onto Belvedere Drive
693 ft · 30 sec · Belvedere Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Belvedere Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Peoria and Crest Hill.
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
82 mi · 01h 29m
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 leaving North Peoria and Showers And Thunderstorms near Crest Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Peoria to Crest Hill?
The road trip is about 171.6 miles (276.2 km) and usually takes 03h 15m 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 85.9 miles from North Peoria and 85.8 miles from Crest Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 152.7 miles (245.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.9 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 10:30 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.27 one way or $56.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around North Peoria and Showers And Thunderstorms near Crest Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Divernon
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Peoria and Crest Hill. Straight-line distance: 152.76 mi (245.84 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 Crest Hill
City in Will County, Illinois
| Population | 20,209 |
| Coordinates | 38.5395000, -90.0770500 |
| Altitude | 167 |
| Country | United States |
End: Crest Hill (-90.07705, 38.5395)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 276 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.67 | $28.27 | $56.54 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $32.07 | $64.14 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $35.37 | $70.74 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $39.82 | $79.64 |
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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