How far is Peoria, IL from Batavia, IL?
The driving distance from Peoria, IL to Batavia, IL is about 131.2 miles (211.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.8 miles (167.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 43m 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 51m.
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.
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City in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Peoria and Batavia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria and Batavia.
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Start on Northeast Jefferson Avenue
26 m · 9 sec · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
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Turn left onto Hamilton Boulevard
142 m · 20 sec · Hamilton Boulevard
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Turn left onto Northeast Adams Street
2.6 mi · 5 min · Northeast Adams Street
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Continue on Northeast Adams Street
1568 ft · 41 sec · Northeast Adams Street
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Continue on North Galena Road
7.1 mi · 10 min · North Galena Road
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Keep slight left
98 m · 4 sec
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Keep slight right
45 m · 2 sec
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Continue on North Galena Road
2326 ft · 36 sec · North Galena Road
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Continue on North State Route 29
6.1 mi · 8 min · North State Route 29
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Continue on South 4th Street
9.1 mi · 11 min · South 4th Street
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Continue on Railroad Street
1.1 mi · 1 min · Railroad Street
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Continue on County Road 1400 East
17.8 mi · 20 min · County Road 1400 East
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Merge slight right
8.9 mi · 10 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 80 East: Joliet
2040 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
31.7 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 71: Ottawa, Oswego
1276 ft · 33 sec
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Turn left onto Illinois Route 71
30.2 mi · 44 min · Illinois Route 71
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Turn left onto Orchard Road
11.2 mi · 19 min · Orchard Road
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Turn left onto South Randall Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · South Randall Road
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Turn right onto West Wilson Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · West Wilson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Wilson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Peoria and Batavia.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 80 East
Merge slight left
31.7 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Peoria and Sunny near Batavia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Peoria to Batavia?
The road trip is about 131.2 miles (211.1 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Dalzell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.6 miles from Peoria and 65.6 miles from Batavia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.8 miles (167.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.4 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 12:46 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.46 one way or $34.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Peoria and Sunny near Batavia.
Stop Ideas Near Dalzell
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Peoria and Batavia. Straight-line distance: 103.81 mi (167.07 km).
#1 Peoria
The third most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 109,428 |
| Coordinates | 40.6936500, -89.5889900 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Batavia
City in Illinois USA
| Population | 26,442 |
| Coordinates | 41.8500300, -88.3125700 |
| Altitude | 218 |
| Country | United States |
End: Batavia (-88.31257, 41.85003)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $3.77 | $17.46 | $34.92 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.69 | $39.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.55 | $43.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.56 | $49.12 |
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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