How far is North Peoria, IL from Macon, IL?
The driving distance from North Peoria, IL to Macon, IL is about 91 miles (146.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76 miles (122.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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 01h 57m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Peoria and Macon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria and Macon.
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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
1885 ft · 23 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 10, IL 121: Lincoln, Mason City
2059 ft · 39 sec
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Turn left
3.9 mi · 6 min
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Turn straight onto Limit Street
27.6 mi · 41 min · Limit Street
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Continue on IL Route 121
1765 ft · 32 sec · IL Route 121
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Turn left onto I-72 West, US 51 South: Springfield, Pana
1691 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight left toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
2607 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 51 South: Pana
10.9 mi · 12 min
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Turn right onto East Andrews Street Road
937 ft · 41 sec · East Andrews Street Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Andrews Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Peoria and Macon.
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving North Peoria and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Macon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Peoria to Macon?
The road trip is about 91 miles (146.4 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
Lincoln is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.5 miles from North Peoria and 45.5 miles from Macon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76 miles (122.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 15 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:36 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.23 one way or $28.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around North Peoria and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Macon.
Stop Ideas Near Lincoln
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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City of Lincoln
Transit and Meeting Points
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Lincoln
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Uptown Station
Peoria, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Peoria and Macon. Straight-line distance: 76.02 mi (122.34 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 Macon
City in Illinois
| Population | 1,102 |
| Coordinates | 39.7128200, -88.9970200 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
End: Macon (-88.99702, 39.71282)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 146 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $4.43 | $14.23 | $28.47 |
| Mid-grade | $5.05 | $16.20 | $32.41 |
| Premium | $5.61 | $18.01 | $36.02 |
| Diesel | $6.47 | $20.77 | $41.54 |
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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