How far is Polo, IL from North Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from Polo, IL to North Peoria, IL is about 102 miles (164.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.7 miles (141.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 56m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Illinois, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Polo and North Peoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Polo and North Peoria.
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Start on West Mason Street
37 m · 7 sec · West Mason Street
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Turn right onto South Division Avenue
4.8 mi · 7 min · South Division Avenue
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Continue on South Il Route 26
107 m · 6 sec · South Il Route 26
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Continue straight
38.8 mi · 59 min
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Turn left
1193 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 180 South: Hennepin
2141 ft · 52 sec
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Continue straight
8.7 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Peoria
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Continue straight
32.6 mi · 39 min
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Continue on North Galena Road
7.3 mi · 11 min · North Galena Road
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Take the ramp straight toward 150: War Memorial Drive
1314 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto East War Memorial Drive
1.1 mi · 2 min · East War Memorial Drive
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Turn left onto North Prospect Road
1 mi · 2 min · North Prospect Road
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Turn right onto East McClure Avenue
1964 ft · 54 sec · East McClure Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East McClure Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Polo and North Peoria.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Il Route 26
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38.8 mi · 00h 59m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Polo and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Peoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Polo to North Peoria?
The road trip is about 102 miles (164.2 km) and usually takes 01h 58m 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?
Princeton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 51 miles from Polo and 51.1 miles from North Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.7 miles (141.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.3 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 2:34 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.79 one way or $33.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Polo and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Princeton
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 Princeton.
Princeton
Mendota station
Kewanee
Peoria, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Polo and North Peoria. Straight-line distance: 87.65 mi (141.06 km).
#1 Polo
Town in Illinois, USA
| Population | 2,158 |
| Coordinates | 41.9861400, -89.5792800 |
| Altitude | 263 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Peoria
A census-designated place in Peoria County, Illinois.
| Population | 6,000 |
| Coordinates | 40.7175400, -89.5842600 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: East McClure Avenue (-89.58426, 40.717529)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $16.79 | $33.59 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $19.05 | $38.10 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $21.01 | $42.03 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $23.66 | $47.31 |
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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