Trip from Champaign, IL to North Barrington, IL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 24m

Distance

169.6 mi

273 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$27

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 12m ★

6 AM

3h 24m

8 AM

3h 48m

10 AM

3h 33m

12 PM

3h 30m

3 PM

3h 34m

5 PM

3h 47m

8 PM

3h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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North Barrington, IL

NIKOLAI FOMIN

Trip Overview

This 169.6-mile journey from Champaign, IL, to North Barrington, IL, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 24 minutes. You'll primarily be on major interstates, including I-57 and the Tri-State Tollway, making for a largely highway-focused drive. With an estimated fuel cost of $27, it's an economical option for exploring within Illinois. The drive is straightforward, designed for efficient travel between these two Midwest locations. It's a route that prioritizes getting you to your destination without extensive detours.

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

84.8 miles from Champaign, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 57	108.1 mi	1h 58m
Tri-State Tollway	22.9 mi	28m
I 290	13.4 mi	17m
IL 53	8.9 mi	11m
North Rand Road	4.4 mi	5m
North Market Street	4.3 mi	7m
IL 59	1.3 mi	1m
State Route 22	1.1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 57 — 108.1 mi, about 1h 58m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Champaign, IL and North Barrington, IL.

Start on North Neil Street

42 ft · 8 sec · North Neil Street

Turn left onto East University Avenue

238 ft · 11 sec · East University Avenue

Turn left onto North Walnut Street

0.3 mi · 45 sec · North Walnut Street

Turn right onto East Washington Street

254 ft · 12 sec · East Washington Street

Turn left onto North Market Street

4.3 mi · 7 min · North Market Street

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 39 sec

Toward I-57 North: Kankakee

Merge onto I 57

108 mi · 1 hr 58 min · I 57

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Exit 349-350 Toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevard, 147th Street, Wisconsin Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

1.8 mi · 3 min

Exit 349 Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin Use the straight / slight left lanes.

Merge onto I 294

21 mi · 25 min · Tri-State Tollway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 294

1.2 mi · 1 min · Tri-State Tollway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto I 294

321 ft · 7 sec · Tri-State Tollway

Exit 31 Toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 294

0.8 mi · 1 min · Tri-State Tollway

Exit 31 Toward I 290 West, I 294 North: Rockford, Milwaukee

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 290 West: Rockford

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward Saint Charles Road West

Merge onto I 290

13 mi · 17 min · I 290

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto IL 53

8.9 mi · 11 min · IL 53

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on Lake Cook Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Lake Cook Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on US 12

4.4 mi · 5 min · North Rand Road

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto IL 22

0.4 mi · 53 sec · West Main Street

Use the left lane.

Continue on IL 22

1.1 mi · 1 min · State Route 22

Turn right onto IL 59

1.3 mi · 1 min · IL 59

Turn right onto Eton Drive

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Eton Drive

Use the right lane.

Turn right onto Woodland Drive

60 ft · 2 sec · Woodland Drive

Arrive at destination

Woodland Drive

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour 24-minute duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day, and starting early can help you avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the Chicago metropolitan area. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without major exits is over 100 miles on I-57. The estimated fuel cost of $27 is a good baseline, but it's always wise to budget a little extra for unexpected needs or tolls.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 84.8 miles from Champaign, IL, or about 1h 36m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 108.1 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 37 miles or 44m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 84.8 miles or 1h 36m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Barrington, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Champaign, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 169.6 miles and 3h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 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 108.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Orland Park, IL

85 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

Onarga, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

New Lenox, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 84.8 miles from Champaign, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 108.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop

The Literary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Champaign, Illinois

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12179541500

Visit website

The Library Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Champaign, Illinois

0.4 mi

Crossroads Cantina

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Gilman, Illinois

0.7 mi

Best coffee break · final third

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Chicago Ridge, Illinois

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third · 58min to go 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+17085813915

Visit website

The Well

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manteno, Illinois

1.8 mi

Original Mocha Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Tinley Park, Illinois

2.9 mi

The Literary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12179541500

Visit website

The Library Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–8:30 pm

+12174032000

Visit website

Crossroads Cantina

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Gilman, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+18157075200

Visit website

Murray's Tavern

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The Well

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Manteno, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17795295090

Visit website

Original Mocha Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Tinley Park, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+17089044960

Visit website

Bonny's Bistro

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

Final third 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Matteson, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+17738964817

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route

Champaign, Illinois

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12175312800

1.9 mi from route

Prairie Trail Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Willowbrook, Illinois

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 21

5 decision points cluster between mile 113 and 137.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

113 mi into trip | ~2h 7m in

Take the exit toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevard, 147th Street, Wisconsin

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 349-350 Toward IL 83, I 294 Toll North: Sibley Boulevar...

113.4 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight left lanes. Exit 349 Toward I 294 Toll North: Wisconsin

135.9 mi into trip | ~2h 37m in | I 294 / Tri-State Tollway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

137.1 mi into trip | ~2h 38m in | I 294 / Tri-State Tollway

Take the exit onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Rockford, Milwaukee, Chicago

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 31 Toward I 290 West, I 294 North, I 290 East: Roc...

137.2 mi into trip | ~2h 38m in | I 294 / Tri-State Tollway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway toward I 290 West, I 294 North: Rockford, Milwaukee

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 31 Toward I 290 West, I 294 North: Rockford, Milwa...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$26.52 one way

$53.03 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$29.11	$58.22
premium	$4.89	$32.64	$65.28
diesel	$5.61	$37.45	$74.89

Estimated Tolls: $1.37

Tri-state Tollway (22.9 mi) $1.37

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$27

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 59.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	50.9	$17.81	$8.14
Efficient EV	42.4	$14.84	$6.78
EV Truck/SUV	67.8	$23.74	$10.85

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 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

4:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

69°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North Barrington, IL

Late night in North Barrington on Tuesday

Local time

4:00 AM

CDT

Current temp

28°F

Widespread Frost

N 0 to 5 mph 0% chance 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

41 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

3h 24m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 117

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 78% of the drive utilizing major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 108.1 miles on I-57, offering a period of consistent cruising. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed roads, the transition onto I-290 and then local roads as you approach North Barrington will introduce some variation. This route generally maintains a steady pace, allowing for efficient travel for the most part.

78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 108.1 mi on I 57.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and Tri-State Tollway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 113 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 169.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 113 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 135.9 miles (I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Champaign, IL and North Barrington, IL, road signs point toward Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Chicago and Saint Charles Road West.

Wisconsin

113 mi in | ~2h 7m

Milwaukee

137.1 mi in | ~2h 38m | via I 294

Chicago

137.1 mi in | ~2h 38m | via I 294

Saint Charles Road West

138.8 mi in | ~2h 42m

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 3h 24m. Total distance: 169.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 108.1 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $1.37 in tolls one way, starting with Tri-state Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

Yes — we found about 21 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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 North Barrington, 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. There are 21 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 hours — manageable with a long break at North Barrington, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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Trip from Champaign, IL to North Barrington, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

The Literary

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

The Literary

The Library Café

Crossroads Cantina

Murray's Tavern

Roma Cafe Chicago Ridge

Paxton Family Restaurant

Red Herring Vegetarian Restaurant

Bootsma Bookstore Cafe

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

The Well

Original Mocha Coffee House

Bonny's Bistro

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

EV Connect Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

Nissan Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

ChargePoint Charging Station

Main Line Station Rest Area - Northbound

Hinsdale Oasis

Main Line Station Rest Area - Southbound

Pilot Travel Center

Prairie View Rest Area - Northbound

Prairie View Rest Area - Southbound

Road Ranger

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Petro Stopping Centers

Road Ranger

Peotone Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

Pilot Travel Center

Service Plaza

QuikTrip

AF Truck Center

Service Plaza

Pilot Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

QuikTrip

Prairie Trail Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Champaign, IL

North Barrington, IL

Same local time

41 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 24m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Pullman National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Starting in Champaign, IL

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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