How far is North Peoria, IL from Lakewood, IL?
The driving distance from North Peoria, IL to Lakewood, IL is about 128.3 miles (206.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 102.8 miles (165.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 37m 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 02h 48m.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Illinois, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Peoria and Lakewood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria and Lakewood.
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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
30.2 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 29 South: Taylorville
1709 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
4.7 mi · 7 min
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Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
15.7 mi · 20 min
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Continue on North Webster Street
2218 ft · 35 sec · North Webster Street
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Turn left onto West Park Street
5.3 mi · 8 min · West Park Street
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Continue on State Route 29
5.1 mi · 8 min · State Route 29
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Continue on N 2000 East Road
5.4 mi · 8 min · N 2000 East Road
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Continue on West Washington Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · West Washington Street
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Turn right onto N Hickory Street
894 ft · 23 sec · N Hickory Street
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Turn left onto Jackson Street
2668 ft · 2 min · Jackson Street
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Continue on North 2600 East Road
5.5 mi · 8 min · North 2600 East Road
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Turn right onto Michigan Street
2587 ft · 52 sec · Michigan Street
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Continue on Logan Street
983 ft · 20 sec · Logan Street
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Continue on Herric Road
2818 ft · 56 sec · Herric Road
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Continue on 950 East
1.8 mi · 3 min · 950 East
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Continue on County Road 900 East
1.8 mi · 3 min · County Road 900 East
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Turn left onto 750 North
3.9 mi · 10 min · 750 North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 750 North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Peoria and Lakewood.
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 155 South
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31.8 mi · 00h 34m
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 North Peoria and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lakewood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Peoria to Lakewood?
The road trip is about 128.3 miles (206.5 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Sherman is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.1 miles from North Peoria and 64.2 miles from Lakewood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 102.8 miles (165.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.5 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 12:52 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.13 one way or $42.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around North Peoria and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Lakewood.
Stop Ideas Near Sherman
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Peoria and Lakewood. Straight-line distance: 102.81 mi (165.45 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 Lakewood
City in Illinois, United States of America
| Population | 3,967 |
| Coordinates | 39.3250400, -88.8995200 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lakewood (-88.89952, 39.32504)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 206 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $21.13 | $42.26 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $23.97 | $47.95 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $26.44 | $52.88 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $29.77 | $59.53 |
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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