How far is Champaign, IL from Warrensburg, IL?

The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Warrensburg, IL is about 51.1 miles (82.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 45.1 miles (72.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
51.17 mi
01h 00m
Flight
45.14 mi
72.64 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
45.14 mi
Kilometers
72.64 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
51.17 mi
Kilometers
82.35 km
Drive Time
01h 00m

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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 01h 00m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Warrensburg
Wed, Apr 22, 10:45 PM CDT
Return by in Champaign
Wed, Apr 22, 11:46 PM CDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Champaign
2026-04-22T21:44
Arrive Warrensburg
Wed, Apr 22, 10:45 PM CDT
Route Timing
01h 00m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:01 AM to 11:01 AM CDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:28 PM CDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Champaign
9:30 PM CDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Cisco
IL

Village in Piatt County, Illinois, United States

From Champaign
25.5 mi
00h 30m
To Warrensburg
25.6 mi
00h 30m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
10 mph WSW
Destination
78°F
Wednesday

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM CDT
Wind
12 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Champaign and Warrensburg.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Warrensburg.

  1. 1

    Start on North Neil Street

    13 m · 6 sec · North Neil Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West University Avenue

    141 m · 17 sec · West University Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Randolph Street

    721 ft · 28 sec · North Randolph Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto West Church Street

    1.9 mi · 5 min · West Church Street

  5. 5

    Continue straight

    44.6 mi · 48 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward IL 121: Decatur, Lincoln

    2314 ft · 49 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on 72 WB Ramp

    35 m · 3 sec · 72 WB Ramp

  8. 8

    Turn right onto East Pershing Road

    3.7 mi · 5 min · East Pershing Road

  9. 9

    Turn left onto North North Street

    1317 ft · 43 sec · North North Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    39 m · 4 sec · North Main Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Warrensburg.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
West Church Street
46.5 mi · 91%
East Pershing Road
3.69 mi · 7%
IL 121
0.44 mi · 1%
North North Street
0.25 mi
North Randolph Street
0.14 mi
West University Avenue
0.09 mi
Longest Stretch

West Church Street

Continue straight

44.6 mi · 00h 48m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 00m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 02m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6 mi
45.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Cisco
00h 30m from Champaign
Leave By
4:28 PM CDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny leaving Champaign and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Warrensburg.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Warrensburg?

The road trip is about 51.1 miles (82.3 km) and usually takes 01h 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?

Cisco is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.5 miles from Champaign and 25.6 miles from Warrensburg.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 45.1 miles (72.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:28 PM CDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.83 one way or $13.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny around Champaign and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Sunny near Warrensburg.

Stop Ideas Near Cisco

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Cisco, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Cisco.

RAIL

Illinois Terminal

43 mi away
45 East University Ave.
RAIL

Lincoln

56 mi away
Broadway and North Chicago Sts.
RAIL

Uptown Station

59 mi away
100 East Parkinson St.
RAIL

Rantoul

59 mi away
West Sangamon and North Kentucky Aves.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Warrensburg. Straight-line distance: 45.14 mi (72.64 km).

Champaign

#1 Champaign

The most populous city in Champaign County, Illinois.

Population89,390
Coordinates40.1164200, -88.2433800
Altitude225
CountryUnited States
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#2 Warrensburg

Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America

Population1,112
Coordinates39.9328200, -89.0620300
Altitude215
CountryUnited States
Start: Champaign (-88.24338, 40.11642)
End: Warrensburg (-89.06203, 39.93282)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 82 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 42m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 43m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.81 gal
6.84 L · about $6.83
Round trip
$13.65
3.62 gal · 13.68 L
Estimated CO2
16.1 kg one way
Round trip: 32.2 kg / 71 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.83 $13.65
Mid-grade $4.25 $7.70 $15.40
Premium $4.65 $8.42 $16.85
Diesel $5.30 $9.60 $19.20

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Illinois · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Champaign and Warrensburg. The current time is 21:44:44.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.