Appleton to Peoria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

253.7 miles 408.3 km · straight line
317.1 miles estimated 510.4 km · driving distance
6h 23min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
194° SSW bearing direction

How far is Appleton from Peoria?

The distance from Appleton to Peoria is 253.7 miles (408.3 km) as the crow flies. Peoria is located SSW of Appleton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 317.1 miles, taking about 6h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Appleton in Wisconsin and Peoria in Illinois.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Appleton and Peoria. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Appleton to Peoria

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 23min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 40min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 4min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Appleton & Peoria

Quick Facts

Appleton
44.26°N, 88.42°W
America/Chicago
242m elevation
Peoria
40.69°N, 89.59°W
America/Chicago
153m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients