How far is Streator, IL from Peru, IL?
The driving distance from Streator, IL to Peru, IL is about 28.2 miles (45.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.9 miles (33.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 36m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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 Streator and Peru.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Streator and Peru.
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Start on East Main Street
15 m · 3 sec · East Main Street
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Continue on North 13th Road
12.4 mi · 22 min · North 13th Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 39 North, US 51 North: Rockford
2081 ft · 51 sec
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Merge slight left
10.1 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 251: La Salle, Peru
1390 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto East 2nd Road
4.4 mi · 7 min · East 2nd Road
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Turn slight right
697 ft · 26 sec
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Turn slight right onto 4th Street
2554 ft · 45 sec · 4th Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 4th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Streator and Peru.
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.
North 13th Road
Continue on North 13th Road
12.4 mi · 00h 22m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Streator and Showers And Thunderstorms near Peru.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Streator to Peru?
The road trip is about 28.2 miles (45.4 km) and usually takes 00h 36m 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?
Lostant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.1 miles from Streator and 14.1 miles from Peru.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.9 miles (33.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.67 one way or $9.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Streator and Showers And Thunderstorms near Peru.
Stop Ideas Near Lostant
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 Lostant.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Streator and Peru. Straight-line distance: 20.9 mi (33.63 km).
#1 Streator
City in Illinois
| Population | 12,933 |
| Coordinates | 41.1208700, -88.8353500 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Peru
City in Illinois, United States
| Population | 9,612 |
| Coordinates | 41.3275300, -89.1289700 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: 4th Street (-89.128971, 41.327618)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $4.67 | $9.33 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $5.29 | $10.58 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $5.84 | $11.67 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $6.57 | $13.14 |
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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