How far is Cissna Park, IL from Rantoul, IL?
The driving distance from Cissna Park, IL to Rantoul, IL is about 29.5 miles (47.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in Ford County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cissna Park and Rantoul.
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Start on North 2nd Street
1670 ft · 33 sec · North 2nd Street
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Continue on East 600 North Road
774 ft · 16 sec · East 600 North Road
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Continue on County Road 1250 East
1 mi · 2 min · County Road 1250 East
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Continue on East 400 North Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · East 400 North Road
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Continue on County Road 1200 East
2993 ft · 60 sec · County Road 1200 East
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Continue on Road 270 East
3 mi · 5 min · Road 270 East
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Turn right onto East Orange Street
10.6 mi · 16 min · East Orange Street
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Turn left onto South Railroad Avenue
10.4 mi · 15 min · South Railroad Avenue
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Continue on North Century Boulevard
1.2 km · 2 min · North Century Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Century Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cissna Park and Rantoul.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East Orange Street
Turn right onto East Orange Street
10.6 mi · 00h 16m
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 Cissna Park and Mostly Sunny near Rantoul.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cissna Park to Rantoul?
The road trip is about 29.5 miles (47.4 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Paxton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.7 miles from Cissna Park and 14.7 miles from Rantoul.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.5 miles (36.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.74 one way or $9.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Cissna Park and Mostly Sunny near Rantoul.
Stop Ideas Near Paxton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Rantoul
Gilman
Illinois Terminal
Danville, Illinois
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cissna Park and Rantoul. Straight-line distance: 22.47 mi (36.16 km).
#1 Cissna Park
Village in Pigeon Grove Township, Iroquois County, Illinois, United States
| Population | 771 |
| Coordinates | 40.5647600, -87.8930900 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rantoul
Village in Illinois
| Population | 12,305 |
| Coordinates | 40.3083700, -88.1558800 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rantoul (-88.15588, 40.30837)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.56 | $4.74 | $9.49 |
| Mid-grade | $5.19 | $5.39 | $10.79 |
| Premium | $5.75 | $5.98 | $11.96 |
| Diesel | $6.56 | $6.82 | $13.65 |
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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