How far is Wheaton, IL from Petersburg, IL?
The driving distance from Wheaton, IL to Petersburg, IL is about 188.6 miles (303.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 157.1 miles (252.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 49m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wheaton and Petersburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheaton and Petersburg.
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Start on West Wesley Street
761 ft · 23 sec · West Wesley Street
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Turn left onto North Wheaton Avenue
142 m · 28 sec · North Wheaton Avenue
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Turn left onto West Front Street
897 ft · 31 sec · West Front Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
2252 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East Roosevelt Road
906 ft · 26 sec · East Roosevelt Road
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Turn right onto South Naperville Road
4.3 mi · 8 min · South Naperville Road
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Continue on Naper Boulevard
3.5 mi · 7 min · Naper Boulevard
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Turn right onto Hobson Road
1.3 km · 2 min · Hobson Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Washington Street
2.4 mi · 4 min · South Washington Street
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Turn right onto Washington Street
2580 ft · 51 sec · Washington Street
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Continue on Weber Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · Weber Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 South: Bloomington
1902 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
105.9 mi · 1 hr 55 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
47.8 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 123: Williamsville
1678 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right
112 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto County Highway 2
644 ft · 12 sec · County Highway 2
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Continue on Dinius Road
2.9 mi · 4 min · Dinius Road
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Continue on County Road 11 North
3.6 mi · 6 min · County Road 11 North
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Turn right
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Turn left onto Springfield Road
1810 ft · 1 min · Springfield Road
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Continue on East Hargrave Street
2666 ft · 2 min · East Hargrave Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Main Street
1186 ft · 42 sec · North Main Street
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Turn left onto Salem Road
91 m · 9 sec · Salem Road
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Continue on Athens Blacktop Road
6.6 mi · 10 min · Athens Blacktop Road
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Turn right
2.2 mi · 4 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 6th Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wheaton and Petersburg.
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 55 South
Merge slight left
106 mi · 01h 55m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Rain Showers leaving Wheaton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Petersburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wheaton to Petersburg?
The road trip is about 188.6 miles (303.6 km) and usually takes 03h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Chenoa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 94.3 miles from Wheaton and 94.4 miles from Petersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 157.1 miles (252.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:22 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.07 one way or $62.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 59.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Wheaton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Petersburg.
Stop Ideas Near Chenoa
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 Chenoa.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wheaton and Petersburg. Straight-line distance: 157.08 mi (252.79 km).
#1 Wheaton
The most populous city in DuPage County, Illinois.
| Population | 52,451 |
| Coordinates | 41.8661400, -88.1070100 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Petersburg
City in Menard County, Illinois
| Population | 2,190 |
| Coordinates | 40.0117200, -89.8481700 |
| Altitude | 156 |
| Country | United States |
End: Petersburg (-89.84817, 40.01172)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 304 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.67 | $31.07 | $62.14 |
| Mid-grade | $5.29 | $35.24 | $70.49 |
| Premium | $5.84 | $38.87 | $77.75 |
| Diesel | $6.57 | $43.76 | $87.53 |
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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