How far is Champaign, IL from Atwood, IL?
The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Atwood, IL is about 32.4 miles (52.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 41m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Champaign County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Champaign and Atwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Atwood.
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Start on North Neil Street
2.3 mi · 5 min · North Neil Street
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Continue on North Dunlap Avenue
2.5 mi · 4 min · North Dunlap Avenue
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Continue on South Dunlap Street
8.7 mi · 13 min · South Dunlap Street
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Continue on Chestnut Street
9.4 mi · 14 min · Chestnut Street
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Turn right
825 ft · 30 sec
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Turn straight onto County Road 950 North
8.8 mi · 13 min · County Road 950 North
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Turn right onto Main Street
2959 ft · 59 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Atwood.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Chestnut Street
Continue on Chestnut Street
9.42 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Champaign and Partly Sunny near Atwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Atwood?
The road trip is about 32.4 miles (52.1 km) and usually takes 00h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Pesotum is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.2 miles from Champaign and 16.2 miles from Atwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.8 miles (39.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.30 one way or $8.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Champaign and Partly Sunny near Atwood.
Stop Ideas Near Pesotum
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Pesotum.
Illinois Terminal
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Mattoon station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Atwood. Straight-line distance: 24.78 mi (39.88 km).
#1 Champaign
The most populous city in Champaign County, Illinois.
| Population | 89,390 |
| Coordinates | 40.1164200, -88.2433800 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Atwood
City in Rawlins County, Kansas, United States
| Population | 1,155 |
| Coordinates | 39.7994800, -88.4622800 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: Atwood (-88.46228, 39.79948)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.30 | $8.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.85 | $9.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.31 | $10.61 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.05 | $12.09 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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