This 92.3-mile drive from Champaign, IL to Bartonville, IL is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking about 1 hour and 43 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, it's an economical journey. You'll be spending 97% of your time on major highways, making it a quick and efficient transit between these two Midwest locations. This route is ideal for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stop. The overall feel is one of efficient travel through the heart of Illinois.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.2 miles from Champaign, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 74
81 mi
1h 27m
I 474
7.9 mi
8m
US 24
0.9 mi
1m
North Randolph Street
0.8 mi
2m
Bloomington Road
0.7 mi
1m
South Adams Street
0.4 mi
1m
North Prospect Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
West University Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 81 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign, IL and Bartonville, IL.
1
Start on North Neil Street
42 ft·5 sec·North Neil Street
2
Turn right onto West University Avenue
463 ft·17 sec·West University Avenue
3
Turn right onto North Randolph Street
0.8 mi·2 min·North Randolph Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto West Bradley Avenue
458 ft·13 sec·West Bradley Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Turn slight right onto Bloomington Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Bloomington Road
6
Turn right onto US 150
0.3 mi·38 sec·North Prospect Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward I 74 West: BloomingtonUse the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 74
53 mi·56 min·I 74
9
Take the exit onto I 74
28 mi·30 min·I 74
Toward I 74 West: Peoria
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 474
7.9 mi·8 min·I 474
Exit 99Toward I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island
11
Take the exit onto US 24
0.9 mi·1 min·US 24
Exit 6AToward US 24 West: Bartonville
12
Turn right onto South Adams Street
0.1 mi·22 sec·South Adams Street
13
Continue on South Adams Street
0.3 mi·44 sec·South Adams Street
14
Arrive at destination
South Adams Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 43-minute duration and 92.3-mile distance, this trip offers great flexibility. You can depart Champaign, IL at your leisure, as there's no need to split the journey. With 97% highway driving, it's wise to ensure your vehicle is in good condition before you leave, as you'll be covering 81 miles on I-74 without many opportunities for quick stops. The estimated fuel cost is $14, so factor that into your budget. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the long stretch on I-74, to avoid any unexpected delays.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.2 miles from Champaign, IL, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 81 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.2 miles or 52m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bartonville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Champaign, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Champaign, IL
This is one driving day of about 92.3 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Champaign, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 81 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 91 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|West University Avenue
Turn right onto West University Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
0.8 mi into trip|~2m in|West Bradley Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto West Bradley Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1.8 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 74 West: Bloomington
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 74 West: Bloomington
7
83.1 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|I 474
Keep slight left at fork onto I 474 toward I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 99
Toward I 474 West: Moline, Rock Island
5
91 mi into trip|~1h 41m in|US 24
Take the exit onto US 24 toward US 24 West: Bartonville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 6A
Toward US 24 West: Bartonville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.43 one way
$28.86 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.84
$31.69
premium
$4.89
$17.76
$35.52
diesel
$5.61
$20.38
$40.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.7
0
$9.69
$4.43
Efficient EV
23.1
0
$8.08
$3.69
EV Truck/SUV
36.9
0
$12.92
$5.91
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Champaign, IL
Late night
in Champaign on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Bartonville, IL
Late night
in Bartonville on Tuesday
Local time
4:11 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Bloomington, IL
46 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 43m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this 92.3-mile route, with 97% of your travel occurring on interstates and major roadways like I-74, I-474, and US-24. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 81 miles on I-74, so plan for a solid period of consistent driving. This highway-focused profile suggests a drive characterized by speed and directness rather than winding country roads. You'll likely experience a consistent pace for the majority of the journey, making it a predictable and efficient drive.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 81 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and I 474. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West University Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (West Bradley Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Champaign, IL to Bartonville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Island along the way.
Champaign-Urbana is a metropolitan area in central Illinois, composed of the towns of Champaign, Urbana, and Savoy. The community is the site of the main campus of the University of Illinois, one of the great public universities of the United States.
Top landmarks
•Orpheum Theatre — theater and movie theater in Champaign, Illinois, United States
•Virginia Theatre — movie theater in Champaign, Illinois, United States
•Cattle Bank — bank building in Champaign, United States of America
The longest stretch is about 81 miles on I 74. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (West Bradley Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bartonville, IL before heading back.
