Origin
Country Club Hills, IL
Morning in Country Club Hills on Sunday
Local time
8:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Country Club Hills, IL to Champaign, 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 7m
Distance
110.9 mi
178 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 14m
12 PM
2h 12m
3 PM
2h 15m
5 PM
2h 25m
8 PM
2h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Country Club Hills, IL
Stefan Camps
Trip Overview
This 110.9-mile drive from Country Club Hills, IL to Champaign, IL is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 7 minutes. Given its manageable distance and duration, it's a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion, eliminating the need for an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost is around $17, making it an economical option for many travelers. You'll spend the vast majority of your time on the interstate, so expect a consistent driving experience throughout this Midwest to Midwest journey within Illinois.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.4 miles from Country Club Hills, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 101.1 mi | 1h 48m |
| Market Street | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Cicero Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| North Neil Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 177th Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Vollmer Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Bradley Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 101.1 mi, about 1h 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Country Club Hills, IL and Champaign, IL.
1
Start on 177th Street
253 ft
·
13 sec
·
177th Street
2
Continue on 177th Street
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
177th Street
3
At end of road, turn left onto IL 50
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Cicero Avenue
4
Turn right onto CH B66
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Vollmer Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee
6
Merge onto I 57
101 mi
·
1 hr 48 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 240
Toward Market Street
8
Turn left
96 ft
·
5 sec
9
Turn left onto Market Street
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Market Street
10
Turn right onto East Bradley Avenue
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Bradley Avenue
11
Turn left onto North Neil Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Neil Street
12
Arrive at destination
North Neil Street
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour, 110.9-mile trip, departing in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic. Since the drive is relatively short and predominantly highway, you won't need to plan for extensive stops; however, the longest stretch on I-57 is over 100 miles, so consider a brief break before or during that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $17, and plan to fill up if you're running low before you depart. The straightforward nature of this route means you have the flexibility to depart when it suits you best.
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 55.4 miles from Country Club Hills, IL, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.1 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 24 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.4 miles or 1h 3m 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 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Champaign, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Country Club Hills, 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 Country Club Hills, IL
This is one driving day of about 110.9 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Country Club Hills, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 101.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.4 miles from Country Club Hills, 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 101.1 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 105.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
IL 50 / Cicero Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto IL 50 / Cicero Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
CH B66 / Vollmer Road
Turn right onto CH B66 / Vollmer Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
4.1 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 57 South: Kankakee
Navigation decision point
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee
5
4.6 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.
5
105.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
Take the exit toward Market Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 240
Toward Market Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.34 one way
$34.68 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.04 | $38.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.34 | $42.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.49 | $48.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.64 | $5.32 |
| Efficient EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.70 | $4.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Champaign, IL
Morning in Champaign on Sunday
Local time
8:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
84°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 20 mph
33% chance
Live forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 14 at 4:05PM CDT by NWS Milwaukee/Sullivan WI
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued April 14 at 2:35PM CDT until April 14 at 10:00PM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
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
15 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 7m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The personality of this route is decidedly highway-centric, with 91% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I-57. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 101.1 miles on I-57, which means extended periods of consistent speed and minimal interaction with local traffic. While Cicero Avenue and Market Street play roles, particularly at the beginning and end, the bulk of the drive is on the interstate. This profile suggests a predictable and efficient transit rather than a winding, scenic tour.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 101.1 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and Market Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near IL 50 / Cicero Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Country Club Hills, IL to Champaign, IL is easy. At 2h 7m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (IL 50 / Cicero Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (CH B66 / Vollmer Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
About the Cities
Arriving 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 7m. Total distance: 110.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 101.1 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (IL 50 / Cicero Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (CH B66 / Vollmer Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Champaign, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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