Origin
Blue Mound, IL
Late night in Blue Mound on Saturday
Local time
4:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Blue Mound, IL to Champaign, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
64.7 mi
104 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blue Mound, IL
Siarhei Nester
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Blue Mound to Champaign, IL, expect a straightforward journey covering 64.7 miles. This trip typically takes about 1 hour and 5 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily through local roads, including West University Avenue, North Randolph Street, and West Park Avenue, rather than relying on major interstates. Budgeting approximately $10 for fuel should cover your needs for this excursion. Since the entire route remains within the Midwest, you can expect a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. It is a practical choice for those who prefer avoiding high-speed highways in favor of a more direct, local transit path.
About the Cities
Arriving in Champaign, IL
Full guide →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.
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 1h 14m. Total distance: 64.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, meaning your speed and rhythm will fluctuate as you navigate through various local segments. The path relies entirely on surface streets, creating a driving experience that feels more connected to the rural and town landscapes of Illinois. Because there are no major highway stretches, you will be making frequent adjustments to your speed and steering. This is a technical, low-speed route that rewards drivers who prefer steady, controlled movement over the high-velocity intensity of the open freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 72 is the longest continuous segment at about 37.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 72 and US 51. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 9.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Blue Mound, IL to Champaign, IL is easy. At 1h 14m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 9.6 miles (US 51): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 64.5 miles (North Randolph Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
9.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
3
9.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
US 51
Merge onto US 51
Merge point - match speed before joining
4
64.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
North Randolph Street
Turn left onto North Randolph Street
Navigation decision point
5
64.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
West Park Avenue
Turn right onto West Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
North Neil Street
Turn right onto North Neil Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 72 | 37.8 mi | 41m |
| US 51 | 15.1 mi | 16m |
| North Railroad Avenue | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| West University Avenue | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| West Park Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Randolph Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Neil Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 72
— 37.8 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blue Mound, IL and Champaign, IL.
1
Start on IL 48
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
North Railroad Avenue
2
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
3
Merge onto US 51
15 mi
·
16 min
·
US 51
4
Continue on I 72
38 mi
·
41 min
·
I 72
5
Continue on West University Avenue
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West University Avenue
6
Turn left onto North Randolph Street
364 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Randolph Street
7
Turn right onto West Park Avenue
458 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Park Avenue
8
Turn right onto North Neil Street
320 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Neil Street
9
Arrive at destination
North Neil Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.4 mi from Blue Mound, IL · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.4 miles from Blue Mound, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Champaign, IL
The final approach into Champaign, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.12 one way
$20.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.11 | $22.21 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.45 | $24.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.28 | $28.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.79 | $3.11 |
| Efficient EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.06 | $4.14 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Late night in Champaign on Saturday
Local time
4:17 AM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 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
1h 14m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Blue Mound, IL to Champaign, IL covers 64.7 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 72, US 51, North Railroad Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.4 miles from Blue Mound, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Blue Mound, IL to Champaign, IL is easy. At 1h 14m with 82% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 9.6 miles (US 51): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 64.5 miles (North Randolph Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Blue Mound, IL to Champaign, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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