How far is Champaign, IL from Holiday Shores, IL?
The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Holiday Shores, IL is about 158.1 miles (254.4 km), with a travel time of about 03h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 122.5 miles (197.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 00m.
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
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Champaign and Holiday Shores.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Holiday Shores.
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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
79.9 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 South, I 72 West: Saint Louis, Jacksonville
5.3 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
62.6 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 140: Alton, Greenville
1756 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto East State Street
1 km · 1 min · East State Street
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Continue on State Route 140
5.2 mi · 7 min · State Route 140
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Turn right onto Saint James Drive
1.5 mi · 4 min · Saint James Drive
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Turn right onto Elm Drive
1418 ft · 1 min · Elm Drive
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Turn left onto Boulevard de Cannes
673 ft · 31 sec · Boulevard de Cannes
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Turn right onto Monaco Drive
32 m · 5 sec · Monaco Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Monaco Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Holiday Shores.
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
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79.9 mi · 01h 26m
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 Clear leaving Champaign and Mostly Sunny near Holiday Shores.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Holiday Shores?
The road trip is about 158.1 miles (254.4 km) and usually takes 03h 00m 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?
Clear Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79 miles from Champaign and 79.1 miles from Holiday Shores.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 122.5 miles (197.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.6 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:30 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.46 one way or $50.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Champaign and Mostly Sunny near Holiday Shores.
Stop Ideas Near Clear Lake
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 Clear Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Holiday Shores. Straight-line distance: 122.45 mi (197.06 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 Holiday Shores
Holiday Shores is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.9219900, -89.9406600 |
| Altitude | 158 |
| Country | United States |
End: Holiday Shores (-89.94066, 38.92199)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 254 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 09m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 58m |
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 | $4.56 | $25.46 | $50.91 |
| Mid-grade | $5.19 | $28.94 | $57.89 |
| Premium | $5.75 | $32.08 | $64.16 |
| Diesel | $6.56 | $36.62 | $73.23 |
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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