Merrillville to North Peoria: Road Trip Guide & Distance

128.6 miles 207 km · straight line
160.8 miles estimated 258.8 km · driving distance
3h 14min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
246° WSW bearing direction

How far is Merrillville from North Peoria?

The distance from Merrillville to North Peoria is 128.6 miles (207 km) as the crow flies. North Peoria is located WSW of Merrillville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 160.8 miles, taking about 3h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Merrillville in Indiana and North 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. 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. 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 Merrillville and North 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.

How to Get from Merrillville to North Peoria

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 14min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 53min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 4min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merrillville & North Peoria

Quick Facts

Merrillville
41.48°N, 87.33°W
America/Chicago
200m elevation
North Peoria
40.72°N, 89.58°W
America/Chicago
193m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 43 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 193.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients