Origin
Champaign, IL
Afternoon in Champaign on Sunday
Local time
3:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Champaign, IL to City of Greenville, IL
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
129.5 mi
208 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
★
6 AM
2h 26m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 33m
12 PM
2h 31m
3 PM
2h 34m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Greenville, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Champaign, IL to City of Greenville, IL covers 129.5 miles and takes about 2h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, I 70, West Church Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 77.4 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.67 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
64.8 miles from Champaign, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 25m highway drive covering 129.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and I 70. The longest continuous stretch is about 77.4 miles on I 57.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 77.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
735 ft
487 ft
Total Climb
228 ft
Total Descent
383 ft
Highest Point
735 ft
Elevation Range
249 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 70. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West University Avenue.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 2h 25m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Randolph Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (West Church Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West University Avenue
Turn right onto West University Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Randolph Street
Turn right onto North Randolph Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West Church Street
Turn left onto West Church Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 57 South: Memphis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 182A
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
6
127.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward IL 127: Greenville, Carlyle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 45
Toward IL 127: Greenville, Carlyle
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 77.4 mi | 1h 23m |
| I 70 | 46.8 mi | 50m |
| West Church Street | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| I 72 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Illinois Route 127 | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Randolph Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West University Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Idler Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 77.4 mi, about 1h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign, IL and City of Greenville, 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
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Randolph Street
4
Turn left onto West Church Street
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West Church Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Continue on I 72
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 72
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 182A
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
7
Merge onto I 57
77 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 57
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70
47 mi
·
50 min
·
I 70
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 45
Toward IL 127: Greenville, Carlyle
10
Turn right onto IL 127
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Illinois Route 127
11
Turn right onto South Idler Lane
289 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Idler Lane
12
Turn right
474 ft
·
20 sec
13
Arrive at destination
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 64.8 miles from Champaign, IL, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.4 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.8 miles or 1h 13m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Greenville, 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.
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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 Champaign, IL
This is one driving day of about 129.5 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Champaign, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 57 for about 77.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 64.8 mi from Champaign, IL · 1h 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.8 miles from Champaign, 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 77.4 miles.
Arriving in City of Greenville, IL
The final approach into City of Greenville, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around City of Greenville, IL.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.67 one way
$39.34 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.68 | $43.37 |
| premium | $4.80 | $24.45 | $48.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.77 | $57.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.60 | $6.22 |
| Efficient EV | 32.4 | 0 | $11.33 | $5.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.8 | 0 | $18.13 | $8.29 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
City of Greenville, IL
Afternoon in City of Greenville on Sunday
Local time
3:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
79°F
Chance Rain Showers
S 22 mph
25% chance
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
25 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 25m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Champaign, IL to City of Greenville, IL covers 129.5 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, I 70, West Church 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 64.8 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 $19.67 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 is a straightforward 2h 25m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Randolph Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (West Church Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Champaign, IL to City of Greenville, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 487 ft to 735 ft elevation with about 228 ft of total climbing.
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