Heading from South Holland, IL to Champaign, IL covers 118.3 miles and takes about 2 hours and 17 minutes of driving time. This is a straightforward, highway-focused journey primarily utilizing I-57 and I-80, with a small portion on Market Street. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, this trip is an easy day trip, allowing you to depart and arrive within the same day. The route stays within the Midwest region, offering a familiar driving experience. It's a practical option for a quick connection between these two Illinois locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
59.2 miles from South Holland, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
104 mi
1h 52m
I 80
4.1 mi
5m
Market Street
3.9 mi
6m
Halsted Street
1.3 mi
2m
Tri-State Tollway
1.2 mi
1m
East 162nd Street
1.1 mi
2m
North Neil Street
0.7 mi
1m
West 159th Street
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 104 mi, about 1h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Holland, IL and Champaign, IL.
1
Start on US 6
1.1 mi·2 min·East 162nd Street
2
Continue on US 6
0.4 mi·57 sec·West 159th Street
3
Turn left onto IL 1
1.3 mi·2 min·Halsted Street
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 80 Toll West, I 294 Toll North: Iowa, Wisconsin
5
Merge onto I 80; I 294
1.2 mi·1 min·Tri-State Tollway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80
4.1 mi·5 min·I 80
Exit 5Toward I 80 West: IowaUse the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·31 sec
Exit 151AToward I 57 South: MemphisUse the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Merge onto I 57
104 mi·1 hr 52 min·I 57
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Exit 240Toward Market Street
10
Turn left
96 ft·5 sec
11
Turn left onto Market Street
3.9 mi·6 min·Market Street
12
Turn right onto East Bradley Avenue
0.3 mi·34 sec·East Bradley Avenue
13
Turn left onto North Neil Street
0.7 mi·1 min·North Neil Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Neil Street
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour, 118-mile drive, flexibility is your best friend. You can easily complete this trip in a single day, so consider an early morning departure to maximize your time at your destination. With no designated stops in the data, plan your own breaks as needed, especially during the 104-mile stretch on I-57. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the estimated cost is $18, but it's always wise to top up before embarking. A practical tip for this route is to utilize the interstate exits for rest stops, as they are typically well-equipped and conveniently located along I-57 and I-80.
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 59.2 miles from South Holland, IL, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104 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 26 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.2 miles or 1h 9m 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 50m
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 South Holland, 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 South Holland, IL
This is one driving day of about 118.3 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from South Holland, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 104 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 113.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.5 mi into trip|~3m in|IL 1 / Halsted Street
Turn left onto IL 1 / Halsted Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
4.7 mi into trip|~9m in|I 80
Keep slight right at fork onto I 80 toward I 80 West: Iowa
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 5
Toward I 80 West: Iowa
7
8.8 mi into trip|~14m in
Take the exit toward I 57 South: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 151A
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
5
9.1 mi into trip|~15m in|I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
113.1 mi into trip|~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward Market Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 240
Toward Market Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.49 one way
$36.99 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$20.31
$40.61
premium
$4.89
$22.77
$45.53
diesel
$5.61
$26.12
$52.24
Estimated Tolls: $0.07
Tri-state Tollway
(1.2 mi)$0.07
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
$18
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.5
0
$12.42
$5.68
Efficient EV
29.6
0
$10.35
$4.73
EV Truck/SUV
47.3
0
$16.56
$7.57
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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 17, 2026
Origin
South Holland, IL
Morning
in South Holland on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Champaign, IL
Morning
in Champaign on Sunday
Local time
6:31 AM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Clear
S 6 mph0% chanceLive forecast
69°F
Clifton, IL
59 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
14 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 17m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 91% of the route on major interstates. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 104 miles on I-57, meaning extended periods of consistent speed and minimal turn-offs. Expect a steady pace for most of the journey, punctuated by the initial segments on I-80 and the brief transition onto Market Street. The character is largely about efficient travel rather than varied scenery, making it a predictable and consistent drive.
91% 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: 104 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 80. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near IL 1 / Halsted Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 118.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 1.5 miles (IL 1 / Halsted Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 118.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 104 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.07 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, 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 1.5 miles (IL 1 / Halsted Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (I 80): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 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 Champaign, IL before heading back.
