How far is Champaign, IL from Blue Mound, IL?

The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Blue Mound, IL is about 64.7 miles (104.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 54.7 miles (88.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 29m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
64.69 mi
01h 14m
Flight
54.75 mi
88.11 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
54.75 mi
Kilometers
88.11 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
64.69 mi
Kilometers
104.11 km
Drive Time
01h 14m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Blue Mound
Sat, Apr 18, 5:24 AM CDT
Return by in Champaign
Sat, Apr 18, 6:38 AM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Champaign
2026-04-18T04:09
Arrive Blue Mound
Sat, Apr 18, 5:24 AM CDT
Route Timing
01h 14m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:15 AM to 11:15 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:00 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Champaign
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Newburg
IL

Unincorporated community in Illinois, United States

From Champaign
32.3 mi
00h 37m
To Blue Mound
32.4 mi
00h 37m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
15 to 20 mph WSW
Destination
66°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
16 to 21 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Champaign and Blue Mound.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Blue Mound.

  1. 1

    Start on North Neil Street

    13 m · 6 sec · North Neil Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West University Avenue

    141 m · 17 sec · West University Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Randolph Street

    721 ft · 28 sec · North Randolph Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto West Church Street

    1.9 mi · 5 min · West Church Street

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    49.2 mi · 53 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight left toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana

    2607 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on US 51 South: Pana

    3.4 mi · 4 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right

    2218 ft · 54 sec

  9. 9

    Merge left

    9 mi · 10 min

  10. 10

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Railroad Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Blue Mound.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
10 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Church Street
51.1 mi · 79%
US 51 South
12.9 mi · 20%
US 36 East
0.49 mi · 1%
North Randolph Street
0.14 mi
West University Avenue
0.09 mi
North Neil Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

West Church Street

Continue straight

49.2 mi · 00h 53m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 14m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10 mi
54.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Newburg
00h 37m from Champaign
Leave By
4:00 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Champaign and Showers And Thunderstorms near Blue Mound.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Blue Mound?

The road trip is about 64.7 miles (104.1 km) and usually takes 01h 14m 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?

Newburg is a useful midpoint, sitting about 32.3 miles from Champaign and 32.4 miles from Blue Mound.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 54.7 miles (88.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:00 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.60 one way or $17.20 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Champaign and Showers And Thunderstorms near Blue Mound.

Stop Ideas Near Newburg

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Newburg and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 14.6 mi away

Clinton City Hall

Clinton , IL
118 W Washington St, Clinton, IL 61727
Historical landmark
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 9.3 mi away

Maroa City Hall

Maroa , IL
120 S Locust St # B, Maroa, IL 61756
Rating 4.0/5 1 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.7 mi away

City of Decatur

Decatur , IL
2850 N Jasper St, Decatur, IL 62526
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews Corporate office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newburg.

RAIL

Illinois Terminal

50 mi away
45 East University Ave.
RAIL

Lincoln

51 mi away
Broadway and North Chicago Sts.
RAIL

Uptown Station

61 mi away
100 East Parkinson St.
RAIL

Mattoon station

66 mi away
1718 Broadway Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Blue Mound. Straight-line distance: 54.75 mi (88.11 km).

Champaign

#1 Champaign

The most populous city in Champaign County, Illinois.

Population89,390
Coordinates40.1164200, -88.2433800
Altitude225
CountryUnited States
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#2 Blue Mound

Village in Macon County, Illinois

Population1,065
Coordinates39.7011500, -89.1231400
Altitude190
CountryUnited States
Start: Champaign (-88.24338, 40.11642)
End: Blue Mound (-89.12314, 39.70115)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 104 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 09m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 37m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 17m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 04m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 55m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 48m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.28 gal
8.64 L · about $8.60
Round trip
$17.20
4.56 gal · 17.28 L
Estimated CO2
20.3 kg one way
Round trip: 40.5 kg / 89 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $8.60 $17.20
Mid-grade $4.25 $9.70 $19.39
Premium $4.65 $10.61 $21.22
Diesel $5.30 $12.09 $24.19

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Illinois · Apr 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Champaign and Blue Mound. The current time is 04:09:41.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.