Origin
Champaign, IL
Evening in Champaign on Friday
Local time
8:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Champaign, IL to Lynwood, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 48m
Distance
118.1 mi
190 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 38m
★
6 AM
2h 49m
8 AM
3h 11m
10 AM
2h 56m
12 PM
2h 54m
3 PM
2h 58m
5 PM
3h 10m
8 PM
2h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lynwood, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
Champaign, IL to Lynwood, IL is 118.1 miles and takes about 2h 48m via IL 9 and I-74, with a fuel budget near $18 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traveling entirely within Illinois. It's a straightforward journey primarily on highways, making it a convenient option for a single-day drive. You'll experience a generally open landscape as you make your way north. Consider this route if you need a no-fuss way to get from point A to point B within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59 miles from Champaign, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .
About the Cities
Starting 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 2h 48m. Total distance: 118.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is largely highway-focused, with 74% of the drive utilizing major roadways like IL 9 and I-74. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 77.9 miles on IL 9, offering a consistent pace. The journey begins with a highway focus and likely maintains that character for much of the trip. Expect a driving experience characterized by efficiency rather than winding backroads. This is a drive where you can settle in and cover ground with relative ease.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
IL 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 77.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 9 and I 74. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West University Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 48m drive. You will face about 17 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 0.8 miles (West Bradley Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 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
7
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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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
6
10.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward IL 47: Gibson City, Mahomet
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 172
Toward IL 47: Gibson City, Mahomet
6
117.1 mi into trip
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~2h 46m in
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US 34
Turn left onto US 34
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Champaign, IL to Lynwood, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Mahomet along the way.
Mahomet
10.3 mi in
|
~14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IL 9 | 77.9 mi | 1h 49m |
| I 74 | 8.2 mi | 9m |
| County Road 400 East | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| County Road 350 East | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Minkler Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| North 450 East Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Ashley Road | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| County Road 450 East | 2.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
IL 9
— 77.9 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign, IL and Lynwood, 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
8.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 74
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 172
Toward IL 47: Gibson City, Mahomet
10
Turn right onto IL 47
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
County Road 400 East
11
Continue on IL 47
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road 350 East
12
Continue on IL 47
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
County Road 400 East
13
Continue on IL 47
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 450 East
14
Continue on IL 47
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North 450 East Road
15
Continue on IL 47
383 ft
·
7 sec
·
North 450E Road
16
Continue on IL 47
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
South Sangamon Avenue
17
Turn left onto IL 9; IL 47; IL 54
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
West 1st Street
18
Turn slight right
138 ft
·
7 sec
19
Turn right onto IL 9; IL 47
78 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
IL 9; IL 47
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn right onto Walker Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Walker Road
21
Turn left onto Ashley Road
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Ashley Road
22
At end of road, turn right onto IL 126
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
East Schoolhouse Road
23
Turn left onto Minkler Road
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Minkler Road
24
Enter roundabout onto Minkler Road
126 ft
·
3 sec
·
Minkler Road
25
Continue on Minkler Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Minkler Road
26
Continue on Orchard Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Orchard Road
Use the left lane.
27
Turn left onto US 34
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 34
Use the left lane.
28
Continue on US 34
0.5 mi
·
51 sec
·
US 34
29
Turn right onto East Rickard Drive
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Rickard Drive
30
Turn left onto Edythe Street
307 ft
·
13 sec
·
Edythe Street
31
Arrive at destination
Edythe Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 48-minute duration, this trip is easily achievable in a single day, so you have flexibility with your departure time. Plan for one stop, perhaps midway, to break up the 77.9-mile stretch on IL 9. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as highway driving can consume fuel steadily; the estimated $18 budget should cover it, but it’s always wise to top off before leaving Champaign. The route is primarily on major roads, so be aware of typical highway traffic patterns as you approach your destination in Lynwood.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59 miles from Champaign, IL, or about 1h 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.9 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59 miles or 1h 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lynwood, 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.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 118.1 miles and 2h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Champaign, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on IL 9 for about 77.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59 mi from Champaign, IL · 1h 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59 miles from Champaign, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before IL 9 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.9 miles.
Arriving in Lynwood, IL
The final approach into Lynwood, 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 Lynwood, 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
$18.46 one way
$36.93 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.27 | $40.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.73 | $45.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.07 | $52.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.3 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 | 35.4 | 0 | $12.40 | $5.67 |
| Efficient EV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.33 | $4.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47.2 | 0 | $16.53 | $7.56 |
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.
Destination
Lynwood, IL
Evening in Lynwood on Friday
Local time
8:12 PM
CDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
74°F
Gardner, 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
17 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 48m 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 Lynwood, IL covers 118.1 miles and takes about 2h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are IL 9, I 74, County Road 400 East. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59 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 $18.46 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 2h 48m drive. You will face about 17 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 0.8 miles (West Bradley Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Champaign, IL to Lynwood, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Mahomet along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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