How far is North Peoria, IL from Gilmer, IL?
The driving distance from North Peoria, IL to Gilmer, IL is about 185.5 miles (298.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.7 miles (211.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 23m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 41m.
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Village in Illinois
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Peoria and Gilmer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria and Gilmer.
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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 left to continue on I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
105.3 mi · 1 hr 56 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 355 Toll: Northwest Suburbs, Southwest Suburbs
2797 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 355 North: Northwest Suburbs
1.2 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left onto Veterans Memorial Tollway
19.2 mi · 24 min · Veterans Memorial Tollway
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Merge slight left
5.6 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
8.9 mi · 12 min
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Continue on Lake Cook Road
1.2 km · 1 min · Lake Cook Road
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Continue on North Rand Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · North Rand Road
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Turn right onto Quentin Road
3.7 mi · 7 min · Quentin Road
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Turn right onto Old McHenry Road
1075 ft · 32 sec · Old McHenry Road
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Turn left onto Lagoon Drive
1433 ft · 51 sec · Lagoon Drive
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Continue on Orchard Lane
2014 ft · 1 min · Orchard Lane
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Continue on Rosewood Drive
1410 ft · 53 sec · Rosewood Drive
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Turn left onto Ivy Lane
539 ft · 21 sec · Ivy Lane
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Turn right onto Dartmouth Lane
828 ft · 35 sec · Dartmouth Lane
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Turn left onto Cambridge Drive
1935 ft · 1 min · Cambridge Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Gilmer Road
1970 ft · 54 sec · Gilmer Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Gilmer Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Peoria and Gilmer.
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 North
Merge slight left
105 mi · 01h 56m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving North Peoria and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Gilmer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Peoria to Gilmer?
The road trip is about 185.5 miles (298.6 km) and usually takes 03h 41m 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?
Dwight is a useful midpoint, sitting about 92.7 miles from North Peoria and 92.8 miles from Gilmer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.7 miles (211.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:36 AM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.04 one way or $62.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around North Peoria and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Gilmer.
Stop Ideas Near Dwight
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Dwight station
Pontiac station
Kankakee
Gilman
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Peoria and Gilmer. Straight-line distance: 131.65 mi (211.87 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 Gilmer
Unincorporated community in Illinois
| Population | 1,038 |
| Coordinates | 42.2350200, -88.0461900 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gilmer (-88.04619, 42.23502)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 299 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.74 | $31.04 | $62.08 |
| Mid-grade | $5.36 | $35.13 | $70.26 |
| Premium | $5.92 | $38.76 | $77.53 |
| Diesel | $6.64 | $43.50 | $87.00 |
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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