How far is Champaign, IL from Buckhart, IL?
The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Buckhart, IL is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.5 miles (110.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 13m 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 01h 36m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Champaign and Buckhart.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Buckhart.
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Start on North Neil Street
13 m · 6 sec · North Neil Street
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Turn right onto West University Avenue
141 m · 17 sec · West University Avenue
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Turn right onto North Randolph Street
721 ft · 28 sec · North Randolph Street
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Turn left onto West Church Street
1.9 mi · 5 min · West Church Street
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Continue straight
60.3 mi · 1 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Mount Auburn, Illiopolis
1942 ft · 40 sec
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Turn straight onto Dye Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Dye Road
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Continue on Mechanicsburg Illiopolis Road
7.2 mi · 10 min · Mechanicsburg Illiopolis Road
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Continue on County Highway 33
554 ft · 14 sec · County Highway 33
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Continue on Mecla Road
2281 ft · 43 sec · Mecla Road
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Continue on County Highway 3F
144 m · 13 sec · County Highway 3F
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Continue on East Main Street
2018 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Turn left onto South Church Street
2125 ft · 1 min · South Church Street
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Continue on Roby Road
4.3 mi · 6 min · Roby Road
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Continue on North 730 East Road
1533 ft · 28 sec · North 730 East Road
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Turn right onto County Road 2675 North
1.5 mi · 2 min · County Road 2675 North
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Continue on Buckhart Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Buckhart Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Buckhart Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Buckhart.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Church Street
Continue straight
60.3 mi · 01h 05m
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 Mostly Sunny near Buckhart.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Buckhart?
The road trip is about 79.6 miles (128.1 km) and usually takes 01h 36m 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?
Oreana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.7 miles from Champaign and 39.8 miles from Buckhart.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.5 miles (110.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 3:16 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.60 one way or $21.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Champaign and Mostly Sunny near Buckhart.
Stop Ideas Near Oreana
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 Oreana.
Lincoln
Illinois Terminal
Uptown Station
Mattoon station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Buckhart. Straight-line distance: 68.51 mi (110.25 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 Buckhart
Unincorporated community in Illinois
| Population | 1,679 |
| Coordinates | 39.7497700, -89.4448100 |
| Altitude | 172 |
| Country | United States |
End: Buckhart (-89.44481, 39.74977)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.60 | $21.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.08 | $26.16 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.90 | $29.81 |
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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