How far is Champaign, IL from Sherman, IL?
The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Sherman, IL is about 87.8 miles (141.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 25m 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 42m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Champaign and Sherman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Sherman.
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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
74.5 mi · 1 hr 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Riverton, Dawson
1784 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto Overpass Road
1796 ft · 44 sec · Overpass Road
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Turn left onto Old Route 36
1.8 mi · 3 min · Old Route 36
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Keep slight right to continue on Camp Butler Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Camp Butler Road
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Continue on East Sangamon Avenue
877 ft · 17 sec · East Sangamon Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 North: Chicago
2193 ft · 54 sec
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Merge slight left
4.8 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Sherman
1744 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto South Sherman Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · South Sherman Boulevard
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Turn right onto East Andrew Road
740 ft · 23 sec · East Andrew Road
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Turn left onto Parkway Drive
853 ft · 24 sec · Parkway Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Parkway Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Sherman.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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74.5 mi · 01h 20m
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.
Scattered Rain Showers leaving Champaign and Isolated Rain Showers near Sherman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Sherman?
The road trip is about 87.8 miles (141.3 km) and usually takes 01h 42m 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?
Forsyth is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.9 miles from Champaign and 44 miles from Sherman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.7 miles (118.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.1 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 3:04 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.69 one way or $23.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Scattered Rain Showers around Champaign and Isolated Rain Showers near Sherman.
Stop Ideas Near Forsyth
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 Forsyth.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Sherman. Straight-line distance: 73.68 mi (118.57 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 Sherman
Village in Illinois, USA
| Population | 4,660 |
| Coordinates | 39.8936600, -89.6048200 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sherman (-89.60482, 39.89366)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 141 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 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 |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $11.69 | $23.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.18 | $26.37 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.43 | $28.85 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.44 | $32.88 |
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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