Origin
Champaign, IL
Evening in Champaign on Wednesday
Local time
6:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Champaign, IL to Rossville, IL
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
51.1 mi
82 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rossville, IL
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
The drive from Champaign, IL to Rossville, IL covers 51.1 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East University Avenue, I 74 East, US 150 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.99 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
25.5 miles from Champaign, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 9m drive with frequent turns across 51.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East University Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Champaign, IL to Rossville, IL is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Champaign, IL to Rossville, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East University Avenue | — | — |
| I 74 East | — | — |
| US 150 | — | — |
| US 150 East | — | — |
| County Road 1720 North | — | — |
| East Main Street | — | — |
| North Vermilion Street | — | — |
| East Attica Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East University Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Champaign, IL and Rossville, IL.
1
Start on North Neil Street
43 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Neil Street
2
Turn left onto East University Avenue
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
East University Avenue
3
Continue straight
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
4
Keep slight right to continue on I 74 East: Danville
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 74 East: Danville
5
Merge slight left
24 mi
·
26 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 150: Martin Luther King Drive
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 150: Martin Luther King Drive
7
Keep slight right to continue on US 150 East: Danville, Kickapoo Park
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 150 East: Danville, Kickapoo Park
8
Turn straight onto County Road 1720 North
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
County Road 1720 North
9
Continue on East Main Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
East Main Street
10
Turn left onto North Vermilion Street
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
North Vermilion Street
11
Continue straight
12 mi
·
17 min
12
Turn right onto East Attica Street
95 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Attica Street
13
Arrive at your 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 25.5 miles from Champaign, IL, or about 34m into the drive.
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 11 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.5 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rossville, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 51.1 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 11 miles from Champaign, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.5 mi from Champaign, IL · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.5 miles from Champaign, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rossville, IL
The final approach into Rossville, 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
$7.99 one way
$15.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.77 | $17.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.83 | $19.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.3 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.45 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.47 | $2.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.15 | $3.27 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Rossville, IL
Evening in Rossville on Wednesday
Local time
6:37 PM
CDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Danville, IL
26 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 9m 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 Rossville, IL covers 51.1 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East University Avenue, I 74 East, US 150. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.5 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 $7.99 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 Champaign, IL to Rossville, IL is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Champaign, IL to Rossville, IL is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Champaign, IL to Rossville, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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