Origin
Champaign, IL
Late night in Champaign on Tuesday
Local time
5:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Champaign, IL to Brighton Park, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
128.4 mi
207 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brighton Park, IL
Expect Best
Trip Overview
Champaign, IL to Brighton Park, IL is 128.4 miles and takes about 2h 35m via I 57 and Cicero Avenue, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest and the state of Illinois, making it a straightforward, same-day trip. Expect a route that is primarily highway-focused, designed for efficient travel between these two Illinois locations. With a relatively short duration and a low fuel cost, this journey is ideal for those looking for a quick and practical transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.2 miles from Champaign, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 101.2 mi | 1h 48m |
| Cicero Avenue | 10.8 mi | 17m |
| South Cicero Avenue | 8 mi | 13m |
| North Market Street | 4.3 mi | 7m |
| South Archer Avenue | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Vollmer Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Walnut Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 101.2 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign, IL and Brighton Park, IL.
1
Start on North Neil Street
42 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Neil Street
2
Turn left onto East University Avenue
238 ft
·
11 sec
·
East University Avenue
3
Turn left onto North Walnut Street
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Walnut Street
4
Turn right onto East Washington Street
254 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Washington Street
5
Turn left onto North Market Street
4.3 mi
·
7 min
·
North Market Street
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I-57 North: Kankakee
7
Merge onto I 57
101 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 342
Toward Vollmer Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
522 ft
·
17 sec
Exit 342
Toward Vollmer Road West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto CH B66
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Vollmer Road
11
Turn left onto IL 50
11 mi
·
17 min
·
Cicero Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on IL 50
8.0 mi
·
13 min
·
South Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto South Archer Avenue
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Archer Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto South Richmond Street
160 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Richmond Street
15
Turn left
162 ft
·
14 sec
16
Turn right
216 ft
·
15 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 35m duration, this is easily a single-day trip, and you can depart anytime that suits your schedule. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and avoid potential evening traffic as you enter the Brighton Park area. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $20, planning is minimal. Pay attention to the shift from I 57 to Cicero Avenue; it's a clear change in the driving environment and a good point to confirm your navigation.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 64.2 miles from Champaign, IL, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.2 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 28 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.2 miles or 1h 13m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brighton Park, 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.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Champaign, IL
This is one driving day of about 128.4 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Champaign, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 101.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.2 miles from Champaign, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 125.6 — 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
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East University Avenue
Turn left onto East University Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
106.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Take the exit toward Vollmer Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 342
Toward Vollmer Road
9
106.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Vollmer Road West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 342
Toward Vollmer Road West
5
125.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
|
South Archer Avenue
Turn right onto South Archer Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.07 one way
$40.15 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.04 | $44.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.71 | $49.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.35 | $56.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.5 | 0 | $13.48 | $6.16 |
| Efficient EV | 32.1 | 0 | $11.24 | $5.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.4 | 0 | $17.98 | $8.22 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Brighton Park, IL
Late night in Brighton Park on Tuesday
Local time
5:35 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
7 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
2h 35m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
7 mi from route
~17 min detour
Free
near mile 119.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 79% of the route utilizing major roadways like I 57 and Cicero Avenue. You'll experience a significant stretch of 101.2 miles on I 57, offering a consistent pace for a large portion of your journey. The transition to Cicero Avenue, including South Cicero Avenue, will bring you into more urban environments as you approach your destination. This blend of interstate speeds and city approaches defines the road's personality, moving from open highway to a more developed roadway.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.2 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and Cicero Avenue. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East University Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 128.4 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
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 Brighton Park, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Vollmer Road West along the way.
Vollmer Road West
106.4 mi in
|
~1h 58m
About the Cities
Starting in Champaign, IL
Full guide →Founded 1855
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
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 128.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 101.2 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Brighton Park, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4.9 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 106.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Brighton Park, IL before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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