Kearney to Peoria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kearney from Peoria?

The distance from Kearney to Peoria is 497 miles (799.9 km) as the crow flies. Peoria is located E of Kearney. By car, the driving distance is approximately 596.5 miles, taking about 12h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Kearney in Nebraska 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kearney 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.