Kirksville to Peoria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kirksville from Peoria?

The distance from Kirksville to Peoria is 161.2 miles (259.4 km) as the crow flies. Peoria is located ENE of Kirksville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 201.5 miles, taking about 4h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Kirksville in Missouri 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kirksville 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.