Detroit to Peoria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

356.9 miles 574.3 km · straight line
420.1 miles actual route 676.1 km · driving distance
7h 50min estimated drive time
$40 - $50 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
254° WSW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Peoria?

The distance from Detroit to Peoria is 356.9 miles (574.3 km) as the crow flies. Peoria is located WSW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 420.1 miles, taking about 7h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Peoria in Illinois.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Detroit and Peoria. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Detroit to Peoria

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 50min $40 - $50 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 24min $34–$63* Budget
Train ~7h 27min $50–$147* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m 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 119 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM