How far is Champaign, IL from Decatur, IL?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Champaign and Decatur is 42.22 miles (67.95 km).

Flight distance from Champaign, IL to Decatur, IL is 42.22 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Champaign, Illinois to Decatur, Illinois is: 49.13 miles (79.07 km) by car.

Driving from Champaign to Decatur will take approximately 00 hours 54 minutes.

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#1 Champaign

The most populous city in Champaign County, Illinois. It is located in the central part of the state. Champaign is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign campus and the Krannert Art Museum.

Population 89390
GPS Coordinates 40°6'59"N 88°14'36"W
Latitude 40.1164200
Longitude -88.2433800
Altitude 225
Country United States
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#2 Decatur

The most populous city in Macon County, Illinois. It is located on the Sangamon River in central Illinois. Decatur is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Decatur Museum of Art and History and the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site.

Population 70007
GPS Coordinates 39°50'25"N 88°57'17"W
Latitude 39.8403100
Longitude -88.9548000
Altitude 205
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Champaign and Decatur

The distance between Champaign and Decatur is 79 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 52 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Champaign and Decatur. The current time is 18:35:25.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 38 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 13 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 58 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 49 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 42 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 39 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 36 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.56 liters (1.73 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Champaign and Decatur.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Champaign to Decatur is $6.25 (diesel $7.45).

Illinois gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.61 $4.11 $4.55 $4.3
Total $6.25 $7.13 $7.89 $7.45

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on March 28, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Champaign and Decatur (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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