How far is Richmond, IL from Champaign, IL?
The driving distance from Richmond, IL to Champaign, IL is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 18m.
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.
Village in Illinois, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richmond and Champaign.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richmond and Champaign.
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Start on Center Road
1.4 km · 3 min · Center Road
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Turn right onto Grove Road
1.5 mi · 6 min · Grove Road
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Turn left onto Armington Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Armington Road
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Continue on West 3rd Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · West 3rd Street
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Turn right onto Armington Road
2 mi · 5 min · Armington Road
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At the end of the road, turn left
7.7 mi · 12 min
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Turn left onto I 55 North: Bloomington
1791 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
11 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on South Veterans Parkway
1680 ft · 21 sec · South Veterans Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 74 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Indianapolis
2367 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight right
46.9 mi · 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Neil Street
1387 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Neil Street
43 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto North Neil Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · 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 Richmond 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 74 East
Merge slight right
46.9 mi · 00h 51m
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 Richmond and Sunny near Champaign.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Richmond to Champaign?
The road trip is about 75.3 miles (121.2 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?
Downs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.4 miles from Richmond and 37.9 miles from Champaign.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.7 miles (99.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.6 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:52 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.25 one way or $24.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Richmond and Sunny near Champaign.
Stop Ideas Near Downs
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall - Town of Normal
City of Bloomington, Illinois
Bloomington Finance Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Downs.
Uptown Station
Lincoln
Pontiac station
Rantoul
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richmond and Champaign. Straight-line distance: 61.72 mi (99.33 km).
#1 Richmond
Richmond is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 40.3608700, -89.3689800 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| 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: 121 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.61 | $12.25 | $24.51 |
| Mid-grade | $5.24 | $13.94 | $27.88 |
| Premium | $5.79 | $15.41 | $30.82 |
| Diesel | $6.59 | $17.53 | $35.07 |
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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