How far is Champaign, IL from Wood River, IL?
The driving distance from Champaign, IL to Wood River, IL is about 167 miles (268.7 km), with a travel time of about 03h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 131.5 miles (211.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 25m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 12m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Sangamon County, 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 Wood River.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign and Wood River.
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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
79.9 mi · 1 hr 26 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 55 South, I 72 West: Saint Louis, Jacksonville
5.3 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
62.6 mi · 1 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 140: Alton, Greenville
1756 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto East State Street
1 km · 1 min · East State Street
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Continue on State Route 140
9.6 mi · 13 min · State Route 140
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Continue on East Bethalto Drive
1.8 mi · 4 min · East Bethalto Drive
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Turn left onto North Bellwood Drive
1.5 km · 2 min · North Bellwood Drive
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Continue on South Bellwood Drive
1.1 km · 1 min · South Bellwood Drive
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Continue on Vaughn Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Vaughn Road
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Continue on North Central Avenue
1376 ft · 34 sec · North Central Avenue
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Turn right onto Madison Avenue
1.6 km · 1 min · Madison Avenue
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Turn slight right
63 m · 8 sec
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Turn slight right onto South Wood River Avenue
67 m · 8 sec · South Wood River Avenue
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Turn right onto East Ferguson Avenue
50 m · 7 sec · East Ferguson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Ferguson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Champaign and Wood River.
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
79.9 mi · 01h 26m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Champaign and Showers And Thunderstorms near Wood River.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Champaign to Wood River?
The road trip is about 167 miles (268.7 km) and usually takes 03h 12m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Grandview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83.5 miles from Champaign and 83.5 miles from Wood River.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 131.5 miles (211.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.21 one way or $44.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.3 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 Wood River.
Stop Ideas Near Grandview
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 Grandview.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Champaign and Wood River. Straight-line distance: 131.51 mi (211.65 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 Wood River
City in Illinois, United States
| Population | 10,002 |
| Coordinates | 38.8611600, -90.0976100 |
| Altitude | 133 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wood River (-90.09761, 38.86116)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 269 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
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 | $22.21 | $44.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.05 | $50.10 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.41 | $54.82 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.24 | $62.48 |
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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