How far is Rock Island, IL from North Peoria, IL?
The driving distance from Rock Island, IL to North Peoria, IL is about 99.9 miles (160.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 14m 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 37m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rock Island and North Peoria.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Island and North Peoria.
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Start on 15th Street
89 m · 10 sec · 15th Street
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Turn right onto 2nd Avenue
124 m · 19 sec · 2nd Avenue
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Turn left onto 16th Street
122 m · 19 sec · 16th Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 1st Avenue
908 ft · 28 sec · 1st Avenue
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Continue on Centennial Expressway
3.8 mi · 4 min · Centennial Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 280 East: Chicago
1758 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
15.8 mi · 17 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 74 East: Peoria
76.4 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Gale Avenue
1558 ft · 40 sec
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Turn left onto North Gale Avenue
1812 ft · 40 sec · North Gale Avenue
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Turn left onto West McClure Avenue
1.8 mi · 4 min · West 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 Rock Island and North Peoria.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 74 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 74 East: Peoria
76.4 mi · 01h 22m
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 Likely leaving Rock Island 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 Rock Island to North Peoria?
The road trip is about 99.9 miles (160.7 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?
Wataga is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.5 miles from Rock Island and 50.3 miles from North Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.6 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.42 one way or $32.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Rock Island and Showers And Thunderstorms near North Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Wataga
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 Wataga.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rock Island and North Peoria. Straight-line distance: 75.32 mi (121.22 km).
#1 Rock Island
City in Illinois
| Population | 36,870 |
| Coordinates | 41.5094800, -90.5787500 |
| Altitude | 171 |
| 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: 161 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $16.42 | $32.84 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $18.63 | $37.26 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $20.55 | $41.09 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $23.13 | $46.26 |
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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