How far is Spring Bay, IL from Peoria, IL?
Fastest route
The distance from Spring Bay, Illinois 61611 to Peoria, Illinois is approximately 12.1 miles (19.5 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 17 minutes via IL-26 S/Spring Bay Rd, which is the fastest route considering traffic conditions.
Directions
- Head northeast on N Oswego St toward Catherine St.
- Turn right onto Catherine St.
- Continue on IL-26 S/Spring Bay Rd.
- Take IL-29 S to NE Jefferson St in Peoria.
- Turn right onto IL-26 S/County Rd 100 E/Spring Bay Rd/N Tremont St.
- Continue to follow IL-26 S/Spring Bay Rd.
- Slight right onto IL-116 W.
- Use the right lane to take the US-150 W ramp to Peoria.
- Take the IL-29/Adams St exit toward Chillicothe.
- Turn right onto IL-29 S/NE Adams St.
- Continue to follow IL-29 S.
- Continue onto NE Jefferson St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Use IL-26 S/Spring Bay Rd for the fastest route.
- 🛣️ Stay on IL-26 S/Spring Bay Rd until you reach IL-116 W.
- ⛽ Keep to the right lane when taking the US-150 W ramp to Peoria.
- 🚦 Watch out for traffic conditions and adjust your route accordingly.
- 🗺️ Keep a map or navigation app handy to stay on track.
- ☕ Plan for a short break along the 17-minute drive.
- 🕑 Allow extra time for potential delays during peak traffic hours.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 16m.
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Halfway Point
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Village in eastern Peoria County, Illinois
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spring Bay and Peoria.
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Start on North Oswego Street
6 m · 3 sec · North Oswego Street
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Turn right onto Catherine Street
722 ft · 34 sec · Catherine Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Tremont Street
921 ft · 18 sec · North Tremont Street
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Continue on Spring Bay Road
6.3 mi · 11 min · Spring Bay Road
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · North Main Street
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Take the exit slight right
1.6 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right
1510 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Northeast Adams Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · Northeast Adams Street
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Continue on Northeast Jefferson Avenue
1.7 mi · 3 min · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Northeast Jefferson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spring Bay and Peoria.
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.
Spring Bay Road
Continue on Spring Bay Road
6.29 mi · 00h 11m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Spring Bay and Sunny near Peoria.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spring Bay to Peoria?
The road trip is about 12.1 miles (19.5 km) and usually takes 00h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Peoria Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.1 miles from Spring Bay and 6 miles from Peoria.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 9.7 miles (15.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:58 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.93 one way or $3.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Spring Bay and Sunny near Peoria.
Stop Ideas Near Peoria Heights
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Chillicothe City Hall
Peoria City Hall
Fulton @ City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Peoria Heights.
Peoria, Illinois
Uptown Station
Kewanee
Lincoln
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spring Bay and Peoria. Straight-line distance: 9.69 mi (15.59 km).
#1 Spring Bay
Township in Woodford County, Illinois
| Population | 456 |
| Coordinates | 40.8244800, -89.5223200 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Peoria
The third most populous city in Illinois.
| Population | 109,428 |
| Coordinates | 40.6936500, -89.5889900 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
End: Northeast Jefferson Avenue (-89.589088, 40.693742)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 19 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.50 | $1.93 | $3.87 |
| Mid-grade | $5.12 | $2.20 | $4.40 |
| Premium | $5.68 | $2.44 | $4.88 |
| Diesel | $6.52 | $2.80 | $5.61 |
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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