How far is Champaign, IL from Taylorville, IL?
The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Taylorville, IL is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.2 miles (109.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 04m 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 32m.
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 Taylorville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Taylorville.
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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
49.2 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight left toward US 36 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Pana
2607 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 51 South: Pana
3.4 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right
2218 ft · 54 sec
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Merge left
22.2 mi · 25 min
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Turn right onto Water Street
845 ft · 11 sec · Water Street
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Turn right onto East Park Street
1.4 km · 1 min · East Park Street
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Turn left onto North Walnut Street
1418 ft · 1 min · North Walnut Street
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Turn right onto East Market Street
108 m · 18 sec · East Market Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
63 m · 9 sec · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Taylorville.
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
Continue straight
49.2 mi · 00h 53m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Champaign and Showers And Thunderstorms near Taylorville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Taylorville?
The road trip is about 79.3 miles (127.6 km) and usually takes 01h 32m 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?
Oreana is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.6 miles from Champaign and 39.6 miles from Taylorville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.2 miles (109.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.1 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 3:26 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.56 one way or $21.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Champaign and Showers And Thunderstorms near Taylorville.
Stop Ideas Near Oreana
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 Oreana.
Lincoln
Illinois Terminal
Uptown Station
Mattoon station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Taylorville. Straight-line distance: 68.18 mi (109.72 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 Taylorville
City in Christian County, Illinois
| Population | 10,280 |
| Coordinates | 39.5489400, -89.2945300 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
End: Taylorville (-89.29453, 39.54894)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $10.56 | $21.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.91 | $23.82 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.03 | $26.06 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.85 | $29.70 |
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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