How far is Peoria, IL from La Harpe, IL?
The driving distance from Peoria, IL to La Harpe, IL is about 87.2 miles (140.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 16m 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 08m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Knox County, 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 La Harpe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria and La Harpe.
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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
35.1 mi · 51 min · West Barlow Road
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Turn left onto South Main Street
3197 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on 60th Street
1.5 km · 1 min · 60th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
10 mi · 12 min · Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
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Turn right onto North 1975th Road
1 mi · 1 min · North 1975th Road
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Turn left onto East 1100th Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · East 1100th Street
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Turn right
15.2 mi · 24 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Peoria and La Harpe.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Barlow Road
Turn left onto West Barlow Road
35.1 mi · 00h 51m
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 Peoria and Rain Showers Likely near La Harpe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Peoria to La Harpe?
The road trip is about 87.2 miles (140.4 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Saint Augustine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.6 miles from Peoria and 43.7 miles from La Harpe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.8 miles (117.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.4 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 2:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.61 one way or $23.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Peoria and Rain Showers Likely near La Harpe.
Stop Ideas Near Saint Augustine
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 Saint Augustine.
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Peoria, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Peoria and La Harpe. Straight-line distance: 72.77 mi (117.11 km).
#1 Peoria
The third most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 109,428 |
| Coordinates | 40.6936500, -89.5889900 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
#2 La Harpe
City in Hancock County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 1,123 |
| Coordinates | 40.5833700, -90.9693100 |
| Altitude | 213 |
| Country | United States |
End: La Harpe (-90.96931, 40.58337)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
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 | $11.61 | $23.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.10 | $26.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.33 | $28.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.34 | $32.67 |
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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