How far is North Peoria, IL from Wauponsee, IL?
The driving distance from North Peoria, IL to Wauponsee, IL is about 108.5 miles (174.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.7 miles (110.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 26m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 13m.
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City in McLean County, Illinois, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Peoria and Wauponsee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Peoria and Wauponsee.
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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
56.4 mi · 1 hr
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 47: Morris, Dwight
1853 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left
8.7 mi · 10 min
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Continue on North Street
1 km · 2 min · North Street
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Continue on West Grand Ridge Road
3.2 mi · 8 min · West Grand Ridge Road
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Turn right onto South Verona Road
2.4 mi · 9 min · South Verona Road
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Turn right onto West Wauponsee Road
29 m · 4 sec · West Wauponsee Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Wauponsee Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between North Peoria and Wauponsee.
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
56.4 mi · 01h 00m
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 near Wauponsee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Peoria to Wauponsee?
The road trip is about 108.5 miles (174.6 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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?
Lexington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.2 miles from North Peoria and 54.3 miles from Wauponsee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.7 miles (110.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 39.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.87 one way or $35.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around North Peoria and Showers And Thunderstorms near Wauponsee.
Stop Ideas Near Lexington
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Uptown Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Peoria and Wauponsee. Straight-line distance: 68.63 mi (110.45 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 Wauponsee
Unincorporated community in Illinois
| Population | 2,329 |
| Coordinates | 41.2744800, -88.4945100 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wauponsee (-88.49451, 41.27448)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 175 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $17.87 | $35.73 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $20.27 | $40.54 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $22.36 | $44.71 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $25.17 | $50.33 |
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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