How far is Champaign, IL from Witt, IL?
The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Witt, IL is about 100.7 miles (162.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 83.6 miles (134.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 16m 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
Driving Distance
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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 02h 08m.
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 Witt.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Witt.
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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
24.2 mi · 28 min
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Turn left onto South Shumway Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Shumway Street
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Continue on County Highway 1
1.6 mi · 3 min · County Highway 1
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Continue on North 1250 East Road
8.2 mi · 14 min · North 1250 East Road
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Continue on North 1300 East Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · North 1300 East Road
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Continue on Taylorville Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · Taylorville Road
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Continue on North Spruce Street
3116 ft · 1 min · North Spruce Street
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Turn right onto West State Street
4.5 mi · 7 min · West State Street
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Turn right onto East Ford Avenue
68 m · 15 sec · East Ford Avenue
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Turn left onto Hirst Street
56 m · 8 sec · Hirst Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Hirst Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Witt.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Champaign and Mostly Sunny near Witt.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Witt?
The road trip is about 100.7 miles (162.1 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Harristown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.3 miles from Champaign and 50.4 miles from Witt.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 83.6 miles (134.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 2:14 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.39 one way or $26.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Champaign and Mostly Sunny near Witt.
Stop Ideas Near Harristown
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 Harristown.
Lincoln
Springfield station
Uptown Station
Mattoon station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Witt. Straight-line distance: 83.55 mi (134.46 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 Witt
City in Montgomery County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 833 |
| Coordinates | 39.2564400, -89.3481400 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
End: Witt (-89.34814, 39.25644)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 162 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 15m |
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 | $13.39 | $26.77 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.10 | $30.20 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.52 | $33.04 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.83 | $37.66 |
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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