How far is Peoria, IL from Custer, IL?
The driving distance from Peoria, IL to Custer, IL is about 41.4 miles (66.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.9 miles (52.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 00m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 00m.
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.
Civil township in northeast Peoria County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Peoria and Custer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria and Custer.
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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
2544 ft · 36 sec · Railroad Street
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Turn right onto Ferry Street
4.4 mi · 7 min · Ferry Street
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Continue on 700 North Road
10.1 mi · 15 min · 700 North Road
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Turn left onto County Road 2500 East
2654 ft · 2 min · County Road 2500 East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 2500 East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Peoria and Custer.
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.
700 North Road
Continue on 700 North Road
10.1 mi · 00h 15m
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 Mostly Sunny near Custer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Peoria to Custer?
The road trip is about 41.4 miles (66.6 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Chillicothe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.7 miles from Peoria and 20.7 miles from Custer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.9 miles (52.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 4:30 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.51 one way or $11.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Peoria and Mostly Sunny near Custer.
Stop Ideas Near Chillicothe
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Chillicothe City Hall
Princeville Town Hall
Lacon City Hall and Police Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chillicothe.
Peoria, Illinois
Kewanee
Princeton
Uptown Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Peoria and Custer. Straight-line distance: 32.88 mi (52.91 km).
#1 Peoria
The third most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 109,428 |
| Coordinates | 40.6936500, -89.5889900 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Custer
Settlement in Sangamon County, Illinois
| Population | 1,341 |
| Coordinates | 41.0372600, -89.1536900 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
End: Custer (-89.15369, 41.03726)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 67 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
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 | $5.51 | $11.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.21 | $12.42 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.79 | $13.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.74 | $15.49 |
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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