If you are planning a trip from Berwyn to Breese, Illinois, expect to cover 283.6 miles over the course of approximately 5 hours and 23 minutes. This journey stays entirely within the Midwest, transitioning you through the heart of the state. Since the total drive time is manageable, you can easily complete this as a single-day trip without needing an overnight stay. You should budget roughly $43 for fuel to cover the distance. Because this route relies on local roads rather than major interstates, it is best suited for drivers who prefer a steady, turn-heavy pace over high-speed highway cruising.
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
141.8 miles from Berwyn, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 46m 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
South Cicero Avenue
11.6 mi
18m
US 50
8 mi
9m
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 Breese, 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
8.0 mi·9 min·US 50
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
19
Turn left onto Jamestown Road
0.3 mi·33 sec·Jamestown Road
20
Continue on North Walnut Street
0.5 mi·55 sec·North Walnut Street
21
Turn slight right
141 ft·6 sec
22
Turn slight right onto Old Route 50 West
230 ft·4 sec·Old Route 50 West
23
Arrive at destination
Old Route 50 West
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour and 23-minute duration, plan to incorporate at least one dedicated stop to break up the drive. Since this route utilizes local roads, your travel time can be sensitive to traffic, so checking your navigation app before departing is a smart move. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid the congestion often associated with local corridors like Cicero Avenue. Because fuel costs are estimated at $43, consider topping off your tank before leaving the Berwyn area to ensure you have enough range for the full distance. Use your single planned stop to stretch your legs and reset, as the turn-heavy nature of the roads requires more active focus than a standard interstate cruise.
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 141.8 miles from Berwyn, IL, or about 2h 46m 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 62 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.8 miles or 2h 46m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Breese, 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 283.6 miles and 5h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 62 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.
3.8 mi from route
~10 min detour
$20 to $30
mile 202.6
Effingham, Illinois
Hours: 6–10 am
+12175407716
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
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
$44.34 one way
$88.68 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg99 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$48.68
$97.36
premium
$4.89
$54.58
$109.15
diesel
$5.61
$62.62
$125.23
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 99.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
85.1
1
$29.78
$13.61
Efficient EV
70.9
0
$24.82
$11.34
EV Truck/SUV
113.4
1
$39.70
$18.15
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% 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 13, 2026
Origin
Berwyn, IL
Night
in Berwyn on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Partly Sunny then Scattered Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 15 mph43% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Breese, IL
Night
in Breese on Saturday
Local time
11:34 PM
CDT
Current temp
56°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
21 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
5h 23m 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?
Prepare for a hands-on driving experience, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will navigate via local thoroughfares like South Cicero Avenue, Cicero Avenue, and 167th Street rather than open interstates. This creates a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Because you are not spending time on major expressways, the character of the road remains consistent throughout the 283.6-mile trek. Expect a steady, deliberate pace as you move through the Illinois landscape, as the lack of highway stretches means you will be managing local intersections and traffic patterns for the duration of your trip.
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 14 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 283.6 miles you will encounter 14 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
779 ft454 ft
Total Climb
356 ft
Total Descent
520 ft
Highest Point
779 ft
~182.3 mi in
Elevation Range
325 ft
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 Breese, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Sandoval along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 23m. Total distance: 283.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 23m 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.
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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Breese, IL before the return drive.
