How far is Pekin, IL from Elk Grove, IL?
The driving distance from Pekin, IL to Elk Grove, IL is about 177.2 miles (285.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 133 miles (214 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.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Livingston County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pekin and Elk Grove.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pekin and Elk Grove.
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Start on South 8th Street
53 m · 3 sec · South 8th Street
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Turn straight onto Ann Eliza Street
1194 ft · 20 sec · Ann Eliza Street
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Turn straight
56 m · 3 sec
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Turn straight onto North 5th Street
2114 ft · 36 sec · North 5th Street
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Continue on North 8th Street
3002 ft · 51 sec · North 8th Street
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Continue on Radio City Drive
3.5 mi · 5 min · Radio City Drive
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Take the ramp slight right
2974 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.8 mi · 5 min
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Merge slight left
27 mi · 29 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
111 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 83: Kingery Road
1051 ft · 26 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on IL 83 North: Kingery Road
1156 ft · 28 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on IL 83 North: Kingery Road North
1529 ft · 43 sec
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Continue on Kingery Highway
15.5 mi · 23 min · Kingery Highway
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Continue on Busse Road
3.1 mi · 5 min · Busse Road
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Turn right onto Touhy Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Touhy Avenue
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Turn right onto East Higgins Road
727 ft · 16 sec · East Higgins Road
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Turn right onto South Elmhurst Road
107 m · 7 sec · South Elmhurst Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Elmhurst Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Pekin and Elk Grove.
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
111 mi · 02h 03m
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 Pekin and Showers And Thunderstorms near Elk Grove.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Pekin to Elk Grove?
The road trip is about 177.2 miles (285.1 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?
Odell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.9 miles from Pekin and 92.2 miles from Elk Grove.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 133 miles (214 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.2 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 $29.16 one way or $58.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Pekin and Showers And Thunderstorms near Elk Grove.
Stop Ideas Near Odell
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 Pekin and Elk Grove. Straight-line distance: 132.99 mi (214.03 km).
#1 Pekin
County seat of Tazewell County, Illinois
| Population | 31,808 |
| Coordinates | 40.5675400, -89.6406600 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Elk Grove
Township in Cook County, Illinois
| Population | 31,831 |
| Coordinates | 42.0072500, -87.9403400 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Elmhurst Road (-87.940348, 42.00725)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 285 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 12m |
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 | $29.16 | $58.31 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $33.07 | $66.15 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $36.48 | $72.96 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $41.07 | $82.14 |
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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