How far is Preemption, IL from Eliza, IL?
The driving distance from Preemption, IL to Eliza, IL is about 26.9 miles (43.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 05m 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 01h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Rock Island County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Preemption and Eliza.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Preemption and Eliza.
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Start on the route
2.1 mi · 3 min
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Turn left onto 176th Avenue West
4.7 mi · 11 min · 176th Avenue West
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 70th Street West
2063 ft · 35 sec · 70th Street West
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Continue on Main Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on 190th Avenue West
2.7 mi · 4 min · 190th Avenue West
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Turn right onto 180th Avenue West
3.6 mi · 9 min · 180th Avenue West
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Continue on 170th Street West
2945 ft · 1 min · 170th Street West
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Continue on 183rd Avenue West
4.5 mi · 11 min · 183rd Avenue West
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Continue on 234th Street West
2587 ft · 1 min · 234th Street West
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Continue on 190th Avenue West
4 mi · 10 min · 190th Avenue West
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Turn left onto 65th Street
2.6 mi · 10 min · 65th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 65th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Preemption and Eliza.
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.
176th Avenue West
Turn left onto 176th Avenue West
4.65 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Sunny leaving Preemption and Sunny near Eliza.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Preemption to Eliza?
The road trip is about 26.9 miles (43.3 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?
Buffalo Prairie is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.4 miles from Preemption and 13.5 miles from Eliza.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.9 miles (32.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.58 one way or $7.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Preemption and Sunny near Eliza.
Stop Ideas Near Buffalo Prairie
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 Buffalo Prairie.
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Galesburg station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Preemption and Eliza. Straight-line distance: 19.91 mi (32.05 km).
#1 Preemption
Township in Mercer County, Illinois
| Population | 1,628 |
| Coordinates | 41.3128100, -90.5845800 |
| Altitude | 247 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Eliza
Unincorporated community in Illinois
| Population | 385 |
| Coordinates | 41.2958600, -90.9676500 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
End: Eliza (-90.96765, 41.29586)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $3.58 | $7.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.42 | $8.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.04 | $10.08 |
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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