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Trip from Champaign, IL to Broadwell, IL

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 37m

Distance

87 mi

140 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 31m ★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 34m

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

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Downtown Broadwell, IL, IL

Broadwell, IL

Nicolas Foster

Trip Overview

The drive from Champaign, IL to Broadwell, IL covers 87 miles and takes about 1h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 74, South Veterans Parkway, North Randolph Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.4 miles on I 74. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.60 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

43.5 miles from Champaign, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 87 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 37m highway drive covering 87 miles, with most of the trip on I 74 and South Veterans Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 46.4 miles on I 74.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 74 is the longest continuous segment at about 46.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and South Veterans Parkway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West University Avenue.

Driving Effort 5/10

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 87 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (West University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (West Bradley Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West University Avenue

Turn right onto West University Avenue

Navigation decision point

7
0.8 mi into trip | ~2m in | West Bradley Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto West Bradley Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
1.8 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the ramp toward I 74 West: Bloomington

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 74 West: Bloomington
5
48.6 mi into trip | ~55m in

Take the exit toward I 55 South: Saint Louis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 134A Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
5
48.9 mi into trip | ~56m in | I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway

Merge onto I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 74 46.4 mi 50m
South Veterans Parkway 37.2 mi 40m
North Randolph Street 0.8 mi 2m
Bloomington Road 0.7 mi 1m
800th Avenue 0.4 mi 1m
North Prospect Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
Old Route 66 0.2 mi <1m
West University Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 74 — 46.4 mi, about 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on North Neil Street

42 ft · 5 sec · North Neil Street
2

Turn right onto West University Avenue

463 ft · 17 sec · West University Avenue
3

Turn right onto North Randolph Street

0.8 mi · 2 min · North Randolph Street
4

At end of road, turn left onto West Bradley Avenue

458 ft · 13 sec · West Bradley Avenue
Use the left lane.
5

Turn slight right onto Bloomington Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · Bloomington Road
6

Turn right onto US 150

0.3 mi · 38 sec · North Prospect Avenue
7

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward I 74 West: Bloomington Use the left lane.
8

Merge onto I 74

46 mi · 50 min · I 74
9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 134A Toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
10

Merge onto I 55 Business

37 mi · 40 min · South Veterans Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 24 sec
Toward Broadwell
12

Turn left onto 800th Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · 800th Avenue
13

Continue on Old Route 66

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Old Route 66
14

Arrive at destination

Old Route 66

Trip Plan

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 43.5 miles from Champaign, IL, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.4 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 19 miles or 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 43.5 miles or 49m 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 23m

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

Before You Leave

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

Day 1

Settle into the route from Champaign, IL

This is one driving day of about 87 miles and 1h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Champaign, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 46.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 43.5 mi from Champaign, IL · 49m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Bloomington, IL

44 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

Empire, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bloomington, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 43.5 miles from Champaign, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Broadwell, IL

The final approach into Broadwell, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument

National Monument

In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...

21 mi from route ~53 min detour Free near mile 87
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.60 one way

$27.20 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $14.93 $29.87
premium $4.89 $16.74 $33.48
diesel $5.61 $19.21 $38.42

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 30.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.1 0 $9.13 $4.18
Efficient EV 21.8 0 $7.61 $3.48
EV Truck/SUV 34.8 0 $12.18 $5.57

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Champaign, IL

Evening in Champaign on Thursday

Local time

5:24 PM

CDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Broadwell, IL

Evening in Broadwell on Thursday

Local time

5:24 PM

CDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

52°F

Bloomington, IL

44 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

22 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

1h 37m 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 Champaign, IL to Broadwell, IL covers 87 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 74, South Veterans Parkway, North Randolph Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.5 miles from Champaign, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.60 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 87 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (West Bradley Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Champaign, IL to Broadwell, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument.

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