How far is Champaign, IL from Decatur, IL?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Champaign and Decatur is 42.22 miles (67.95 km).
Flight distance from Champaign, IL to Decatur, IL is 42.22 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Champaign, Illinois to Decatur, Illinois is: 49.13 miles (79.07 km) by car.
Driving from Champaign to Decatur will take approximately 00 hours 54 minutes.
#1 Champaign
The most populous city in Champaign County, Illinois. It is located in the central part of the state. Champaign is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign campus and the Krannert Art Museum.
| Population | 89390 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 40°6'59"N 88°14'36"W |
| Latitude | 40.1164200 |
| Longitude | -88.2433800 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Decatur
The most populous city in Macon County, Illinois. It is located on the Sangamon River in central Illinois. Decatur is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Decatur Museum of Art and History and the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site.
| Population | 70007 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°50'25"N 88°57'17"W |
| Latitude | 39.8403100 |
| Longitude | -88.9548000 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Decatur: East Wood Street (-88.954801,39.840341)
Estimated Travel Time Between Champaign and Decatur
The distance between Champaign and Decatur is 79 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 52 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Champaign and Decatur. The current time is 04:06:43.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.56 liters (1.73 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Champaign and Decatur.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Champaign to Decatur is $6.25 (diesel $7.45).
Illinois gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.61 | $4.11 | $4.55 | $4.3 |
| Total | $6.25 | $7.13 | $7.89 | $7.45 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Illinois ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.607 (Diesel $4.300) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Champaign and Decatur (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
