Road trip from Champaign to Austin
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ITINERARY
18h 7m1,018 miles20 stops
1
Centennial Park Champaign
2
State Farm Center
3
Boneyard Creek Trail
4
The Quarry at Crystal Springs
5
H.U. Lee International Gate and Garden
6
Robinson Center
7
Mystery Mansion Escape Room
Interactive Game of sleuthing intelligence. Bring your family, friends, or convention attendees for 60 minutes of sheer, heart pumping entertainment. Push your mind to its limits as you solve puzzles, find clues and crack codes to escape your fate. Great for team building, entertainment, date night and special occasions. Check out our website for details. Private bookings available. Hours Vary - Book online By Reservation Only. Children of any age are welcome to attend with family in a private room. For specific information, check out our FAQs on the website or feel free to call.
8
Children's Library and Learning Center
9
PanIQ Room Dallas
10
Central Market
11
Spa Adolphus
Spa Adolphus offers a tranquil retreat amidst the energy of downtown Dallas, Texas. Located within The Adolphus, Autograph Collection, our luxury spa provides a wide range of services including body wraps and massage therapy.
12
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
13
The Texas Collection
Established in 1923, The Texas Collection is a special library, archival research center, and the University Archive that collects, preserves, and provides access to materials documenting the history, heritage and culture of Texas for the Baylor community and the public.
14
Waco Hippodrome Theatre
The Historic Waco Hippodrome Theatre is back! Come enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks as you sit back, relax, and watch your favorite films, live music, and performing arts. First opening on February 7, 1914, The Waco Hippodrome Theatre is a landmark in entertainment for the Waco community. After some tender-loving renovations, the Waco Hippodrome Theatre is open and busier than ever! Our dining room and bar/lounge area are open Mon-Fri for lunch and dinner, and we open at 10:00 am on Saturdays and Sundays to serve the best brunch in Downtown Waco.
15
Little Shop on Bosque
The Little Shop on Bosque is the original home of Magnolia Market and offers last chance and slightly damaged items at a discount. The shop is stocked with everything from florals to vases, apparel to gifts, and so much more. *Please note that all sales at our Little Shop on Bosque are final. You cannot receive a replacement or refund on any sales.
16
Mindspark Adventures and Escape Games
Mind Spark is a fully interactive and immersive experience unlike anything else you can do in Austin, Texas. Up to 12 participants will be locked in a room, and they must use their minds and teamwork to figure out their escape. Clues and riddles hidden throughout the room provide the tools necessary to win the game and get out of the room. As the clock ticks down and the pressure mounts, can you stay calm, can you escape?
17
The Frank Erwin Center
18
Big Top Candy Shop
19
Saxon Pub
20
Purrfecto Cat Lounge
We partner with local rescues to temporarily house cats. Book a CatXperience and be surrounded by love-able furrballs. You might find your next furry friend!
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OVERVIEW
Champaign to Austin
1
Start:Centennial Park Champaign
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(9) review
Kirby St Crescent Dr, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL
2
Start:State Farm Center
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(77) review
1800 S 1st St, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820-6950
3
Start:Boneyard Creek Trail
Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, Illinois·
4.5
(8) review
Champaign Park, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL
4
Start:The Quarry at Crystal Springs
Maryland Heights, Saint Louis, Missouri·
4.0
(5) review
1 Crystal Springs Quarry Dr, Maryland Heights, Saint Louis, MO 63043-0015
5
Start:H.U. Lee International Gate and Garden
Little Rock, Arkansas·
4.0
(84) review
7 Statehouse Plz, Little Rock, AR 72201-1436
6
Start:Robinson Center
Little Rock, Arkansas·
4.5
(99) review
Markham At Broadway, Little Rock, AR 72201
7
Start:Mystery Mansion Escape Room
Little Rock, Arkansas·
5.0
(901) review
Interactive Game of sleuthing intelligence. Bring your family, friends, or convention attendees for 60 minutes of sheer, heart pumping entertainment. Push your mind to its limits as you solve puzzles, find clues and crack codes to escape your fate. Great for team building, entertainment, date night and special occasions. Check out our website for details. Private bookings available. Hours Vary - Book online By Reservation Only. Children of any age are welcome to attend with family in a private room. For specific information, check out our FAQs on the website or feel free to call.
8
Start:Children's Library and Learning Center
Little Rock, Arkansas·
4.5
(9) review
4800 W 10th St, Little Rock, AR 72204-1807
9
Start:PanIQ Room Dallas
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5302 Belt Line Rd, Dallas, TX 75254-7606
10
Start:Central Market
Dallas, Texas·
4.5
(99) review
5750 E Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75206-2921
11
Start:Spa Adolphus
Dallas, Texas·
5.0
(99) review
Spa Adolphus offers a tranquil retreat amidst the energy of downtown Dallas, Texas. Located within The Adolphus, Autograph Collection, our luxury spa provides a wide range of services including body wraps and massage therapy.
12
Start:Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Waco, Texas·
3.5
(8) review
203 N University Parks Dr, Waco, TX 76701
13
Start:The Texas Collection
Waco, Texas·
5.0
(9) review
Established in 1923, The Texas Collection is a special library, archival research center, and the University Archive that collects, preserves, and provides access to materials documenting the history, heritage and culture of Texas for the Baylor community and the public.
14
Start:Waco Hippodrome Theatre
Waco, Texas·
4.0
(92) review
The Historic Waco Hippodrome Theatre is back! Come enjoy delicious food and refreshing drinks as you sit back, relax, and watch your favorite films, live music, and performing arts. First opening on February 7, 1914, The Waco Hippodrome Theatre is a landmark in entertainment for the Waco community. After some tender-loving renovations, the Waco Hippodrome Theatre is open and busier than ever! Our dining room and bar/lounge area are open Mon-Fri for lunch and dinner, and we open at 10:00 am on Saturdays and Sundays to serve the best brunch in Downtown Waco.
15
Start:Little Shop on Bosque
Waco, Texas·
3.5
(93) review
The Little Shop on Bosque is the original home of Magnolia Market and offers last chance and slightly damaged items at a discount. The shop is stocked with everything from florals to vases, apparel to gifts, and so much more. *Please note that all sales at our Little Shop on Bosque are final. You cannot receive a replacement or refund on any sales.
16
Start:Mindspark Adventures and Escape Games
Austin, Texas·
5.0
(99) review
Mind Spark is a fully interactive and immersive experience unlike anything else you can do in Austin, Texas. Up to 12 participants will be locked in a room, and they must use their minds and teamwork to figure out their escape. Clues and riddles hidden throughout the room provide the tools necessary to win the game and get out of the room. As the clock ticks down and the pressure mounts, can you stay calm, can you escape?
17
Start:The Frank Erwin Center
Austin, Texas·
4.0
(96) review
1701 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701-1438
18
Start:Big Top Candy Shop
Austin, Texas·
4.5
(96) review
South Congress Ave, Austin, TX
19
Start:Saxon Pub
Austin, Texas·
4.5
(97) review
1320 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704-2387
20
Start:Purrfecto Cat Lounge
Austin, Texas·
5.0
(97) review
We partner with local rescues to temporarily house cats. Book a CatXperience and be surrounded by love-able furrballs. You might find your next furry friend!
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the driving distance between Champaign and Austin?
The distance is 1,018 miles
What's the travel time between Champaign and Austin?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 18h 7m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Austin?
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