Origin
Maryville, IL
Afternoon in Maryville on Sunday
Local time
3:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maryville, IL to Champaign, IL
Drive Time
3h 1m
Distance
163.2 mi
263 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 50m
★
6 AM
3h 2m
8 AM
3h 25m
10 AM
3h 10m
12 PM
3h 8m
3 PM
3h 11m
5 PM
3h 24m
8 PM
2h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maryville, IL
Mike Tyurin
Trip Overview
Connecting Maryville to Champaign, this 163.2-mile journey is a straightforward trek across the Illinois Midwest. You can expect to spend about 3 hours and 1 minute behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a estimated fuel cost of $25, the drive is budget-friendly and efficient. You will primarily utilize a combination of I-70, I-57, and I-270 to complete the trip. Since the drive is short and manageable, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless you have specific business or social commitments at your destination. It is a practical route for those prioritizing speed and reliability over scenic detours.
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
81.6 miles from Maryville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route is a quintessential highway-focused drive, with 98% of your journey spent on high-speed interstates. You should prepare for a consistent, steady pace as you navigate the transition between major thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on I-70, which spans 82.8 miles of the drive. Because the road personality is defined by these wide-open interstate stretches, you will find the experience to be very predictable. Expect a functional, no-nonsense drive that rewards steady cruising over technical maneuvering.
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 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 82.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
764 ft
478 ft
Total Climb
550 ft
Total Descent
394 ft
Highest Point
764 ft
~108.8 mi in
Elevation Range
285 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and I 57. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 1m 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: at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 88.2 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 159.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 270 East: Effingham
Navigation decision point
Toward I 270 East: Effingham
5
88.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
I 57
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57 toward I 57 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
5
159.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 53m in
Take the exit toward I-72 East: University Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 235A
Toward I-72 East: University Avenue
5
163.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m in
|
West Park Avenue
Turn right onto West Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
163.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 1m in
|
North Neil Street
Turn right onto North Neil Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 82.8 mi | 1h 29m |
| I 57 | 71.4 mi | 1h 16m |
| I 270 | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| West University Avenue | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| South State Route 159 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| North Center Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| I 72 | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Park Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 82.8 mi, about 1h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryville, IL and Champaign, IL.
1
Start on East Main Street
175 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn right onto IL 159
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Center Street
3
Continue on IL 159
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South State Route 159
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 270 East: Effingham
5
Merge onto I 270
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 270
6
Merge onto I 70
83 mi
·
1 hr 29 min
·
I 70
Toward I 70 East: Indianapolis
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
71 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
I 57
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 235A
Toward I-72 East: University Avenue
9
Merge onto I 72
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 72
10
Continue on West University Avenue
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
West University Avenue
11
Turn left onto North Randolph Street
364 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Randolph Street
12
Turn right onto West Park Avenue
458 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Park Avenue
13
Turn right onto North Neil Street
320 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Neil Street
14
Arrive at destination
North Neil Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3-hour trip, plan for at least one stop to break up the monotony of the highway travel. Since the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though avoiding peak traffic hours near metro areas is always a smart move. Keep your $25 fuel budget in mind when planning your refueling stops along the way. Given the heavy reliance on I-70 and I-57, check real-time traffic reports before you leave to ensure there are no major delays on those primary corridors. Taking a quick break midway will help you arrive in Champaign feeling refreshed rather than fatigued.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.6 miles from Maryville, IL, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.8 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.6 miles or 1h 30m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Champaign, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maryville, 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 Maryville, IL
This is one driving day of about 163.2 miles and 3h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Maryville, 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 I 70 for about 82.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.6 mi from Maryville, IL · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 81.6 miles from Maryville, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 70 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.8 miles.
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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Champaign, 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
$24.79 one way
$49.58 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $27.33 | $54.65 |
| premium | $4.80 | $30.81 | $61.62 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $36.26 | $72.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49 | 0 | $17.14 | $7.83 |
| Efficient EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.28 | $6.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.3 | 0 | $22.85 | $10.44 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Champaign, IL
Afternoon in Champaign on Sunday
Local time
3:06 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
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
15 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
3h 1m 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 Maryville, IL to Champaign, IL covers 163.2 miles and takes about 3h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, I 57, I 270. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.6 miles from Maryville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.79 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 3h 1m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 88.2 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 159.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Maryville, IL to Champaign, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 478 ft to 764 ft elevation with about 550 ft of total climbing.
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