Frankfort, Kentucky to Peoria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Frankfort, Kentucky from Peoria?

The distance from Frankfort, Kentucky to Peoria is 304.8 miles (490.6 km) as the crow flies. Peoria is located NW of Frankfort, Kentucky. By car, the driving distance is approximately 381.1 miles, taking about 7h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Frankfort, Kentucky in Kentucky 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 Frankfort, Kentucky 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.