Trip from Champaign, IL to Villa Park, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 47m

Distance

142.6 mi

229 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$22

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 37m ★

6 AM

2h 48m

8 AM

3h 9m

10 AM

2h 55m

12 PM

2h 53m

3 PM

2h 56m

5 PM

3h 8m

8 PM

2h 41m

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

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village in DuPage County, Illinois, United States of America

Villa Park, IL

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Trip Overview

This 142.6-mile drive from Champaign, IL, to Villa Park, IL, is an easy one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 47 minutes. You'll primarily be on highways, with 76% of the journey utilizing major interstates like I-57 and the Tri-State Tollway, making for a straightforward commute. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $22, which is quite reasonable for the distance covered. Given the relatively short duration and highway focus, this route is perfectly suited for a single day's travel without the need for an overnight stop. It's a practical option for getting between these two Illinois locations efficiently.

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

71.3 miles from Champaign, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 57	108.1 mi	1h 58m
Tri-State Tollway	21.7 mi	26m
North Market Street	4.3 mi	7m
Roosevelt Road	2 mi	2m
Kingery Highway	1.8 mi	2m
West Saint Charles Road	1.4 mi	2m
North Walnut Street	0.3 mi	<1m
East Washington Street	<0.1 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 Villa Park, 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

0.9 mi · 1 min · Tri-State Tollway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Exit 30B Toward IL 38 West: Roosevelt Road Use the right lane.

Merge onto IL 38

2.0 mi · 2 min · Roosevelt Road

Use the right lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 50 sec

Toward IL 83 North: Kingery Highway Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto IL 83

1.8 mi · 2 min · Kingery Highway

Turn left onto West Saint Charles Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · West Saint Charles Road

Use the left lane.

Arrive at destination

West Saint Charles Road

Trip Plan

With a duration of under 3 hours, this 142.6-mile trip offers flexibility. You can depart Champaign, IL, at your convenience, aiming to avoid peak traffic on the Tri-State Tollway as you approach Villa Park. The estimated fuel cost of $22 means you won't need to worry too much about frequent fill-ups, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Consider making your single planned stop strategically along I-57 during the longest stretch to break up the drive. Keep an eye on toll road signage as you transition onto the Tri-State Tollway for any payment requirements.

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 71.3 miles from Champaign, IL, or about 1h 21m 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 31 miles or 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 71.3 miles or 1h 21m 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 13m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Villa Park, 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 142.6 miles and 2h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 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.

city in Kankakee County, Illinois, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kankakee, IL

71 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Clifton, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 71.3 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

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

Roma Cafe Chicago Ridge

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Chicago Ridge, Illinois

0.4 mi

The Library Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Champaign, Illinois

0.4 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Chicago Ridge, Illinois

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122.2

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+17085813915

Visit website

La Bodega Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Posen, Illinois

2.4 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

Roma Cafe Chicago Ridge

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 122.2

Chicago Ridge, Illinois

Hours: 1 pm–3 am

+17084990048

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

Murray's Tavern

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 61.1

Clifton, Illinois

Hours: 4–10 pm

+18159185017

Visit website

Red Herring Vegetarian Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Urbana, Illinois

+12173672340

Visit website

Basil Thai At Urbana

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Urbana, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+12173448662

Visit website

Cafe De Miro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112

Oak Forest, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+16166345638

Visit website

BerryField Cafe

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 112

Midlothian, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+17083882000

Visit website

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 122.2

Chicago Ridge, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+17085813915

Visit website

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

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 132.4

Willowbrook, Illinois

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

Visit website

Caffe Milan

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 101.8

Frankfort, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–3:30 pm

+18154697124

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 15

5 decision points cluster between mile 113 and 139 — 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.

136.8 mi into trip | ~2h 38m in

Take the exit toward IL 38 West: Roosevelt Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 30B Toward IL 38 West: Roosevelt Road

139 mi into trip | ~2h 41m in

Take the exit toward IL 83 North: Kingery Highway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward IL 83 North: Kingery Highway

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$22.29 one way

$44.59 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 50 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$24.48	$48.96
premium	$4.89	$27.44	$54.88
diesel	$5.61	$31.48	$62.97

Estimated Tolls: $1.30

Tri-state Tollway (21.7 mi) $1.30

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

$22

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 49.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	42.8	$14.97	$6.84
Efficient EV	35.7	$12.48	$5.70
EV Truck/SUV	57	$19.96	$9.13

Gas CO2

50 kg

EV CO2

17 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 15, 2026

Origin

Champaign, IL

Late night in Champaign on Sunday

Local time

2:59 AM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Villa Park, IL

Late night in Villa Park on Sunday

Local time

2:59 AM

CDT

Current temp

71°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

18 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 47m 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 118

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 highway-focused drive for the majority of this 142.6-mile route, with 76% of the journey on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 108.1 miles on I-57, offering a consistent pace. While the primary roads are I-57 and the Tri-State Tollway, North Market Street also plays a role, suggesting a transition from open highway to more urban or suburban approaches as you near Villa Park. This profile indicates a drive that is largely about covering distance efficiently, rather than winding scenic byways.

76% 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: 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 15 significant decision points across 142.6 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.

On the drive from Champaign, IL to Villa Park, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Wisconsin along the way.

Wisconsin

113 mi in | ~2h 7m

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 47m. Total distance: 142.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (76%). 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 $1.30 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.

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 Villa 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.

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 Villa 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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Trip from Champaign, IL to Villa Park, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

The Literary

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

The Literary

Roma Cafe Chicago Ridge

The Library Café

Murray's Tavern

Red Herring Vegetarian Restaurant

Basil Thai At Urbana

Cafe De Miro

BerryField Cafe

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

La Bodega Cafe

Bonny's Bistro

Original Mocha Coffee House

Solyne Cafe

The Well

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

Prairie Trail Park

Caffe Milan

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Champaign, IL

Villa Park, IL

Same local time

18 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 47m 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?

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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