How far is Peoria, IL from Avon, IL?
The driving distance from Peoria, IL to Avon, IL is about 49.5 miles (79.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.4 miles (71.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in the northeast corner of Fulton County, Illinois, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Peoria and Avon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria and Avon.
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Start on Northeast Jefferson Avenue
535 ft · 15 sec · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
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Continue on Southwest Jefferson Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · Southwest Jefferson Avenue
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Turn slight right onto West Howett Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Howett Street
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Turn left onto South Griswold Street
105 m · 11 sec · South Griswold Street
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Turn right onto West Lincoln Avenue
2650 ft · 55 sec · West Lincoln Avenue
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Continue on West Harmon Highway
1.4 km · 2 min · West Harmon Highway
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Continue on West Plank Road
4.3 mi · 7 min · West Plank Road
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Continue on West Farmington Road
13.3 mi · 20 min · West Farmington Road
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Continue on Fort Street
1 mi · 2 min · Fort Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
2629 ft · 45 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto West Barlow Road
21.5 mi · 32 min · West Barlow Road
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Turn left
4.9 mi · 9 min
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Turn left onto East Wood Street
11 m · 1 sec · East Wood Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Wood Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Peoria and Avon.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
West Barlow Road
Turn left onto West Barlow Road
21.5 mi · 00h 32m
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.
Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Peoria and Chance Rain Showers near Avon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Peoria to Avon?
The road trip is about 49.5 miles (79.6 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Farmington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.7 miles from Peoria and 24.8 miles from Avon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.4 miles (71.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.1 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 3:56 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.21 one way or $16.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Peoria and Chance Rain Showers near Avon.
Stop Ideas Near Farmington
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Farmington.
Peoria, Illinois
Galesburg station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Peoria and Avon. Straight-line distance: 44.37 mi (71.4 km).
#1 Peoria
The third most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 109,428 |
| Coordinates | 40.6936500, -89.5889900 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Avon
Village in Fulton County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 699 |
| Coordinates | 40.6642100, -90.4348500 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: Avon (-90.43485, 40.66421)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $4.69 | $8.21 | $16.43 |
| Mid-grade | $5.33 | $9.33 | $18.66 |
| Premium | $5.88 | $10.28 | $20.56 |
| Diesel | $6.58 | $11.51 | $23.02 |
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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