Traveling from Berwyn to Atwood covers 165.4 miles of Illinois landscape, making for a manageable journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 19 minutes. Since this is a straightforward trek, you can easily complete it as a one-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $25 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating through the Midwest, you will rely on local roads rather than major interstates, utilizing routes like South Cicero Avenue, Cicero Avenue, and 167th Street. It is a practical choice for those who prefer a steady pace over the high-speed demands of an interstate commute.
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
82.7 miles from Berwyn, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 42m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
126.1 mi
2h 16m
South Cicero Avenue
11.6 mi
18m
County Road 950 North
8.8 mi
12m
US 45
8 mi
11m
Cicero Avenue
6.6 mi
10m
West Cermak Road
2.5 mi
5m
Main Street
0.6 mi
<1m
167th Street
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 126.1 mi, about 2h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn, IL and Atwood, IL.
1
Start on West Cermak Road
2.5 mi·5 min·West Cermak Road
2
Turn right onto IL 50
12 mi·18 min·South Cicero Avenue
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on IL 50
6.6 mi·10 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Turn left onto 167th Street
0.2 mi·26 sec·167th Street
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
6
Merge onto I 57
126 mi·2 hr 16 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·28 sec
Exit 220Toward US 45: Tolono, Pesotum, Tuscola
8
Turn straight onto US 45
8.0 mi·11 min·US 45
9
Turn right
0.2 mi·30 sec
10
Turn straight onto US 36
8.8 mi·12 min·County Road 950 North
11
Turn right onto Main Street
0.6 mi·59 sec·Main Street
12
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 19-minute duration, plan to incorporate at least one stop to stretch your legs and break up the turn-heavy segments. Aim to depart outside of peak traffic hours to avoid congestion on the local roads that make up this route. Since you are not utilizing interstates, keep a close eye on your navigation to ensure you stay on the correct local thoroughfares. The $25 fuel estimate is a helpful baseline, but be mindful of fluctuating local gas prices along your path. Embracing the flexibility of this shorter trip allows you to set your own pace, so enjoy the freedom of a direct, non-highway drive.
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 82.7 miles from Berwyn, IL, or about 1h 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 126.1 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 36 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.7 miles or 1h 42m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Atwood, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Berwyn, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Berwyn, IL
This is one driving day of about 165.4 miles and 3h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Berwyn, 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 57 for about 126.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 147.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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2.5 mi into trip|~5m in|IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue
Turn right onto IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
20.7 mi into trip|~34m in|167th Street
Turn left onto 167th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
20.9 mi into trip|~34m in
Take the ramp toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
5
21.4 mi into trip|~36m in|I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
147.5 mi into trip|~2h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 45: Tolono, Pesotum, Tuscola
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 220
Toward US 45: Tolono, Pesotum, Tuscola
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.86 one way
$51.72 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$28.39
$56.78
premium
$4.89
$31.83
$63.66
diesel
$5.61
$36.52
$73.04
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.6
0
$17.37
$7.94
Efficient EV
41.4
0
$14.47
$6.62
EV Truck/SUV
66.2
0
$23.16
$10.59
Gas CO2
58 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Berwyn, IL
Late night
in Berwyn on Tuesday
Local time
5:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 mph34% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued April 13 at 2:09PM CDT until April 13 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 2:54PM EDT until April 14 at 4:46AM EDT by NWS Indianapolis IN
Destination
Atwood, IL
Late night
in Atwood on Tuesday
Local time
5:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°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
10 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 19m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pullman National Historical Park
National Historical Park
In a growing Chicago neighborhood, diverse people and stories intertwined. All were seeking opportunity. Some succeeded. Others were limited—by race, gender, or economic status. Their stories came tog...
7 mi from route
~18 min detour
Free
near mile 11.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous highway cruise, this route features zero percent highway share, meaning you will navigate surface streets and local roads for the entirety of the 165.4-mile trip. The journey requires your full attention as you transition between local road segments, offering a different rhythm than a standard interstate trek. Because of the frequent turns, the drive feels more technical and involved. You will find that the road surface and traffic patterns change as you move away from the suburban environment of Berwyn toward your destination in Atwood.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 126.1 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and South Cicero Avenue. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Berwyn, IL to Atwood, IL is easy. At 3h 19m with 81% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (167th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
798 ft618 ft
Total Climb
351 ft
Total Descent
297 ft
Highest Point
798 ft
~106.3 mi in
Elevation Range
180 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Berwyn, IL and Atwood, IL, road signs point toward Pesotum and Tuscola.
The longest stretch is about 126.1 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (167th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Atwood, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
