Traveling from Berwyn to Aviston covers a distance of 288.3 miles through the heart of the Illinois Midwest. Expect to spend approximately 5 hours and 28 minutes behind the wheel, making this a manageable single-day commitment for most drivers. With a projected fuel cost of $44, you can plan your travel budget with confidence before heading out. Because this route avoids major interstates entirely, it is best suited for those who prefer a steady, local pace over high-speed highway travel. Since the entire journey remains within Illinois, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
144.2 miles from Berwyn, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 49m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
229.4 mi
4h 7m
West Missouri Avenue
14.1 mi
16m
US 50
13.1 mi
15m
South Cicero Avenue
11.6 mi
18m
Cicero Avenue
6.6 mi
10m
Poplar
2.7 mi
3m
East Poplar Street
2.7 mi
3m
West Cermak Road
2.5 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 229.4 mi, about 4h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn, IL and Aviston, 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
188 mi·3 hr 23 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
41 mi·43 min·I 57
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
9
Keep slight right at fork
83 ft·2 sec
Toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
10
Turn right onto US 50
2.2 mi·2 min·West Main Street
11
Continue on US 50
2.7 mi·3 min·East Poplar Street
12
Continue on US 50
2.7 mi·3 min·Poplar
13
At end of road, turn left onto US 50; US 51
443 ft·5 sec·North Mine Street
14
Continue on US 50; US 51
0.2 mi·16 sec·N Mine St
15
Turn right onto US 50
14 mi·16 min·West Missouri Avenue
16
Turn right onto US 50; IL 127
1.0 mi·1 min·12th Street
17
Turn left onto US 50
13 mi·15 min·US 50
18
Turn left onto Russland Road
0.2 mi·42 sec·Russland Road
19
Turn left onto Old US Hwy 50
0.1 mi·12 sec·Old US Hwy 50
20
Continue on Harrison Street
0.1 mi·16 sec·Harrison Street
21
Turn right onto Clinton Street
0.4 mi·59 sec·Clinton Street
22
Turn left onto 2nd Street
106 ft·4 sec·2nd Street
23
Arrive at destination
2nd Street
Trip Plan
To keep your 288.3-mile journey smooth, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since you are navigating local roads rather than interstates, account for extra time if you are traveling during peak hours when local traffic is heaviest. Departing early in the morning is your best strategy to ensure you reach Aviston without feeling rushed by the high volume of turns. Keep your $44 fuel budget handy and monitor your gas levels, as local routes may have fewer high-capacity refueling stations than major highways. Being flexible with your pace is the biggest advantage of this route, allowing you to stop whenever local surroundings catch your interest.
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 144.2 miles from Berwyn, IL, or about 2h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 229.4 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 63 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 144.2 miles or 2h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aviston, 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 288.3 miles and 5h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 63 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 229.4 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 251.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
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.
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.
5
209.9 mi into trip|~4h in|I 57
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57 toward I 57 South: Memphis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
5
250.8 mi into trip|~4h 44m in
Take the exit toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
6
251.3 mi into trip|~4h 44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50: Salem, Sandoval
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$45.07 one way
$90.14 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg101 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$49.49
$98.98
premium
$4.89
$55.48
$110.96
diesel
$5.61
$63.65
$127.31
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
86.5
1
$30.27
$13.84
Efficient EV
72.1
0
$25.23
$11.53
EV Truck/SUV
115.3
1
$40.36
$18.45
Gas CO2
101 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 20, 2026
Origin
Berwyn, IL
Morning
in Berwyn on Tuesday
Local time
9:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Sunny
S 10 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Aviston, IL
Morning
in Aviston on Tuesday
Local time
9:13 AM
CDT
Current temp
72°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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
5h 28m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature rather than the quick, monotonous pace of an interstate. You will rely on surface streets like South Cicero Avenue, Cicero Avenue, and 167th Street to navigate your way toward Aviston. Because the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for frequent stops and a more involved driving experience compared to typical cross-country transit. The road's personality changes as you transition off busy suburban corridors and onto secondary roads. Stay alert, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be navigating intersections and local traffic for the duration of the 5-hour and 28-minute journey.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 229.4 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and West Missouri Avenue. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 288.3 miles you will encounter 16 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
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 21.4 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 209.9 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Berwyn, IL to Aviston, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Sandoval along the way.
St. Louis Metro East is a region of southwestern Illinois that includes the Illinois part of the St. Louis metropolitan area, plus surrounding counties. It consists of the counties of Bond, Calhoun, Clinton, Fayette, Jersey, Madison, Marion, Monroe, Randolph, St. Clair, and Washington. The most populous city is Belleville, which borders East St. Louis, once the most populous.
Top landmarks
•James C. Twiss House — historic house in Illinois, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 28m. Total distance: 288.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 229.4 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 34 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 34 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 209.9 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Aviston, IL before the return drive.
