How far is Champaign, IL from Casey, IL?
The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Casey, IL is about 87.3 miles (140.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 58 miles (93.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 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.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.
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.
Village in Coles County, Illinois, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Champaign and Casey.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Casey.
-
1
Start on North Neil Street
13 m · 6 sec · North Neil Street
-
2
Turn right onto West University Avenue
141 m · 17 sec · West University Avenue
-
3
Turn right onto North Randolph Street
721 ft · 28 sec · North Randolph Street
-
4
Turn left onto West Church Street
1.9 mi · 5 min · West Church Street
-
5
Continue straight
1.3 mi · 2 min
-
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 57 South: Memphis
1515 ft · 43 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
45.5 mi · 49 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward IL 16 East: Charleston
1676 ft · 47 sec
-
9
Turn straight onto Charleston Avenue East
1.2 km · 1 min · Charleston Avenue East
-
10
Continue on Illinois Route 16
6 mi · 8 min · Illinois Route 16
-
11
Continue on West Lincoln Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · West Lincoln Avenue
-
12
Turn right onto 18th Street
1.6 mi · 2 min · 18th Street
-
13
Continue on Illinois Route 130
1.2 km · 1 min · Illinois Route 130
-
14
Continue on Route 130
10 mi · 15 min · Route 130
-
15
Continue on County Road 1825 East
2 mi · 3 min · County Road 1825 East
-
16
Continue on County Road 1775 E
1.3 km · 1 min · County Road 1775 E
-
17
Continue on North Haughton Highway
1945 ft · 33 sec · North Haughton Highway
-
18
Continue on 1700E
1.3 mi · 2 min · 1700E
-
19
Continue on North Haughton Highway
1903 ft · 37 sec · North Haughton Highway
-
20
Turn left
1616 ft · 39 sec
-
21
Merge slight left
9.9 mi · 11 min
-
22
Take the exit slight right toward IL 49: Casey, Kansas
1650 ft · 40 sec
-
23
Turn right
1.5 mi · 3 min
-
24
Turn left onto East Main Street
31 m · 5 sec · East Main Street
-
25
Turn right
20 m · 5 sec
-
26
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Casey.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 57 South
Merge slight left
45.5 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny leaving Champaign and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Casey.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Casey?
The road trip is about 87.3 miles (140.5 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Humboldt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.7 miles from Champaign and 43.6 miles from Casey.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 58 miles (93.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.3 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 2:48 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.61 one way or $23.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny around Champaign and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Casey.
Stop Ideas Near Humboldt
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 Humboldt.
Mattoon station
Effingham
Illinois Terminal
Rantoul
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Casey. Straight-line distance: 58.02 mi (93.37 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 Casey
City in Illinois
| Population | 2,585 |
| Coordinates | 39.2992000, -87.9925300 |
| Altitude | 197 |
| Country | United States |
End: Casey (-87.99253, 39.2992)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 140 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $11.61 | $23.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.10 | $26.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.33 | $28.67 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.34 | $32.67 |
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 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.