Lawrence, Kansas to Peoria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lawrence, Kansas from Peoria?

The distance from Lawrence, Kansas to Peoria is 322.2 miles (518.6 km) as the crow flies. Peoria is located ENE of Lawrence, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 386.7 miles, taking about 7h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas 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 Lawrence, Kansas 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.