How far is Champaign, IL from Morris, IL?
The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Morris, IL is about 92.1 miles (148.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 86.2 miles (138.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 24m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 12m.
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 Morris.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Morris.
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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
1.2 km · 2 min · North Randolph Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Bradley Avenue
140 m · 13 sec · West Bradley Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Bloomington Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Bloomington Road
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Turn right onto North Prospect Avenue
1327 ft · 39 sec · North Prospect Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward I 74 West: Bloomington
1635 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
8.2 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 47: Gibson City, Mahomet
1604 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto County Road 400 East
684 ft · 17 sec · County Road 400 East
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Continue on County Road 350 East
4.5 mi · 7 min · County Road 350 East
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Continue on County Road 400 East
7.5 mi · 10 min · County Road 400 East
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Continue on County Road 450 East
2.1 mi · 3 min · County Road 450 East
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Continue on North 450 East Road
3.5 mi · 5 min · North 450 East Road
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Continue on North 450E Road
117 m · 7 sec · North 450E Road
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Continue on South Sangamon Avenue
2297 ft · 55 sec · South Sangamon Avenue
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Turn left onto West 1st Street
2529 ft · 54 sec · West 1st Street
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Turn slight right
42 m · 7 sec
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Turn right
62.7 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Turn right
13 m · 5 sec
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Turn left
15 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Morris.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
Turn right
62.7 mi · 01h 30m
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 Morris.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Morris?
The road trip is about 92.1 miles (148.2 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?
Strawn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46.1 miles from Champaign and 46 miles from Morris.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 86.2 miles (138.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 2:06 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.26 one way or $24.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Champaign and Mostly Sunny near Morris.
Stop Ideas Near Strawn
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 Strawn.
Pontiac station
Gilman
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Morris. Straight-line distance: 86.23 mi (138.78 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 Morris
City in Illinois
| Population | 15,162 |
| Coordinates | 41.3572500, -88.4211800 |
| Altitude | 157 |
| Country | United States |
End: Morris (-88.42118, 41.35725)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 148 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $12.26 | $24.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.13 | $30.25 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.24 | $34.48 |
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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