Berwyn, IL to Caledonia, IL is 79.9 miles and takes about 1h 42m via Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Illinois, taking you from the Midwest's urban edge into its more rural stretches. You'll primarily use tollways and surface roads, making it a straightforward trip for a single day. It's a practical option if you're looking for a relatively quick transit between these two points without a significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40 miles from Berwyn, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
41.3 mi
44m
I 290
14.5 mi
19m
Fairgrounds Road
6.8 mi
9m
Belvidere Road
3.9 mi
6m
Eisenhower Expressway
3.5 mi
4m
State Route 173
2.1 mi
2m
1st Avenue Cutoff
1.7 mi
3m
North Meacham Road
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
— 41.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn, IL and Caledonia, IL.
1
Start on West Cermak Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Cermak Road
2
Continue on Cermak Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Cermak Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Turn slight right onto 1st Avenue Cutoff
1.7 mi·3 min·1st Avenue Cutoff
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto Harrison Street
354 ft·9 sec·Harrison Street
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·19 sec
Toward I 290 West
6
Merge onto I 290; IL 110
3.5 mi·4 min·Eisenhower Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290
15 mi·19 min·I 290
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, MilwaukeeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 1BToward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf RoadUse the right lane.
9
Turn left onto IL 72
0.8 mi·1 min·East Higgins Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto North Meacham Road
1.4 mi·2 min·North Meacham Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 90 Toll West: RockfordUse the left lane.
12
Merge onto I 90
41 mi·44 min·Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Exit 25Toward Belvidere
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward Belvidere
15
Keep slight right at fork
287 ft·7 sec
16
Turn straight onto CR T40
0.3 mi·38 sec·Genoa Road
17
Continue on US 20 Business
3.9 mi·6 min·Belvidere Road
18
Turn right onto IL 76
6.8 mi·9 min·Fairgrounds Road
19
Turn left onto IL 173
2.1 mi·2 min·State Route 173
20
Turn left onto Main Street
446 ft·24 sec·Main Street
21
Turn left onto Front Street
114 ft·4 sec·Front Street
22
Arrive at destination
Front Street
Trip Plan
With a total drive time under two hours, this route is easily completed in a single day, offering flexibility for when you depart. Leaving Berwyn mid-morning should allow you to avoid the heaviest rush hour traffic. Since there are no designated stops in the data, plan for a quick fuel stop before you leave or near your destination, as the $12 fuel cost is an estimate. Keep an eye out for the transition from the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway to Fairgrounds Road, as this marks the shift to surface streets.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40 miles from Berwyn, IL, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.3 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Caledonia, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Berwyn, IL
This is one driving day of about 79.9 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Berwyn, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway for about 41.3 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.7 and 24.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.7 mi into trip|~7m in|I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway
Merge onto I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
7.1 mi into trip|~11m in|I 290
Keep slight right at fork onto I 290 toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford,...
8
21.6 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Ro...
5
22.8 mi into trip|~33m in|North Meacham Road
Turn right onto North Meacham Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
24.3 mi into trip|~36m in
Turn left toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.19 one way
$24.38 round trip
$3.88/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.27
$13.43
$26.85
premium
$4.81
$15.12
$30.24
diesel
$5.40
$17.00
$33.99
Estimated Tolls: $2.89
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway
(41.3 mi)$2.89
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24
0
$8.39
$3.84
Efficient EV
20
0
$6.99
$3.20
EV Truck/SUV
32
0
$11.19
$5.11
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 24, 2026
Origin
Berwyn, IL
Morning
in Berwyn on Sunday
Local time
6:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Caledonia, IL
Morning
in Caledonia on Sunday
Local time
6:56 AM
CDT
Current temp
40°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
4 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
1h 42m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 mixes highway and surface roads, with about 25% of the drive on highways like the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. You'll experience a longest stretch of 41.3 miles on the tollway before transitioning to more surface roads. Expect some urban merging near the start and then more open cruising as you head north. The profile is mostly surface roads, so be prepared for more frequent intersections and traffic lights after leaving the tollway.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.3 mi on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in near I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79.9 miles you will encounter 17 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 3.7 miles (I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Caledonia, IL, road signs point toward Milwaukee and Belvidere.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 79.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.3 miles on Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $2.89 in tolls one way, starting with Jane Addams Memorial Tollway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes — we found about 9 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.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Caledonia, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.7 miles (I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Caledonia, IL before heading back.
