How far is Litchfield, IL from Champaign, IL?
The driving distance from Litchfield, IL to Champaign, IL is about 128.5 miles (206.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 99.3 miles (159.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 58m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 59m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Sangamon County, Illinois
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Litchfield and Champaign.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Litchfield and Champaign.
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Start on the route
56 m · 19 sec
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Turn left onto East Edwards Street
62 m · 11 sec · East Edwards Street
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Turn right onto North State Street
971 ft · 48 sec · North State Street
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Turn left onto West Union Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · West Union Avenue
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Continue on County Road 1200 N
2296 ft · 43 sec · County Road 1200 N
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 55 North: Springfield
2042 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
44.4 mi · 48 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 72 East, US 36 East: Decatur
37 mi · 40 min
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Continue straight
43.2 mi · 47 min
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Continue on West University Avenue
1.9 mi · 5 min · West University Avenue
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Turn left onto North Randolph Street
111 m · 12 sec · North Randolph Street
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Turn right onto West Park Avenue
140 m · 15 sec · West Park Avenue
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Turn right onto North Neil Street
97 m · 11 sec · North Neil Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Neil Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Litchfield and Champaign.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 55 North
Merge slight left
44.4 mi · 00h 48m
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 leaving Litchfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Champaign.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Litchfield to Champaign?
The road trip is about 128.5 miles (206.8 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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?
Illiopolis is a useful midpoint, sitting about 64.2 miles from Litchfield and 64.2 miles from Champaign.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 99.3 miles (159.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.2 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 2:32 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.08 one way or $34.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Litchfield and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Champaign.
Stop Ideas Near Illiopolis
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 Illiopolis.
Lincoln
Springfield station
Uptown Station
Carlinville
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Litchfield and Champaign. Straight-line distance: 99.31 mi (159.82 km).
#1 Litchfield
City in Illinois, United States
| Population | 6,609 |
| Coordinates | 39.1753300, -89.6542600 |
| Altitude | 211 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Champaign
The most populous city in Champaign County, Illinois.
| Population | 89,390 |
| Coordinates | 40.1164200, -88.2433800 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Neil Street (-88.243515, 40.11642)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 207 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 36m |
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 | $17.08 | $34.17 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.27 | $38.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.08 | $42.17 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.03 | $48.05 |
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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