Service Plaza
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Trip from Berwyn, IL to Lawrenceville, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 32m
Distance
264.6 mi
426 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 20m
★
6 AM
5h 33m
8 AM
6h 0m
10 AM
5h 42m
12 PM
5h 40m
3 PM
5h 44m
5 PM
5h 58m
8 PM
5h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berwyn, IL
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Lawrenceville, IL
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Trip Overview
Berwyn, IL to Lawrenceville, IL is 264.6 miles and takes about 5h 32m via South Cicero Avenue and other surface roads, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, traversing the Midwest region entirely. Expect a route that primarily uses surface roads, offering a more grounded experience compared to interstate travel. It's a straightforward drive, suitable for a single day if you're looking for a direct way to get from the Chicago suburbs downstate.
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
132.3 miles from Berwyn, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 36m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 156.5 mi | 2h 49m |
| US 50 | 18.7 mi | 25m |
| North 1250th Street | 13.3 mi | 19m |
| South Cicero Avenue | 11.6 mi | 18m |
| South Van Buren Street | 11 mi | 15m |
| Route 130 | 10 mi | 14m |
| County Road 1100 East | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Cicero Avenue | 6.6 mi | 10m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 156.5 mi, about 2h 49m
Traffic on I-57
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 8 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~928 veh/hr typical · worst 1,278
Quietest
2 AM
~107 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 51 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn, IL and Lawrenceville, IL.
1
Start on West Cermak Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
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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
157 mi
·
2 hr 49 min
·
I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 190A
Toward IL 16 East: Charleston
8
Turn straight onto IL 16
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Charleston Avenue East
9
Continue on IL 16
6.0 mi
·
8 min
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Illinois Route 16
10
Continue on IL 16
1.8 mi
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2 min
·
West Lincoln Avenue
11
Turn right onto IL 130
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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18th Street
12
Continue on IL 130
0.8 mi
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1 min
·
Illinois Route 130
13
Continue on IL 130
10.0 mi
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14 min
·
Route 130
14
Continue on IL 130
2.0 mi
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2 min
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County Road 1825 East
15
Continue on IL 130
0.8 mi
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1 min
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County Road 1775 E
16
Continue on IL 130
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
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North Haughton Highway
17
Continue on IL 130
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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1700E
18
Continue on IL 130
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
North Haughton Highway
19
Continue on IL 130
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
County Road 1700E
20
Continue on IL 130
13 mi
·
19 min
·
North 1250th Street
21
Turn left onto IL 130
11 mi
·
15 min
·
South Van Buren Street
22
Continue on IL 130
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
County Road 1100 East
23
Continue on IL 130
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North West Street
24
Turn left onto West Butler Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
West Butler Street
25
Turn right onto North Lincoln Avenue
481 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Lincoln Avenue
26
Turn left onto East Main Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
27
Turn left onto US 50; IL 250
19 mi
·
25 min
·
US 50; IL 250
28
Take the exit onto US 50 Business
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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US 50 Business
29
Continue on US 50 Business
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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State Street
30
Arrive at destination
US 50 Business
Trip Plan
Given this is a single-day drive of about 5.5 hours, leaving Berwyn, IL in the morning is your best bet to avoid rushing. The 264.6-mile trip doesn't require breaking up, but you'll want to plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel, especially since you'll be on surface roads for the entire duration. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as finding stations might be more spread out than on a major interstate. The estimated fuel cost is around $42, so budget accordingly before you depart.
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 132.3 miles from Berwyn, IL, or about 2h 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 156.5 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 58 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132.3 miles or 2h 36m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lawrenceville, 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.
+
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 264.6 miles and 5h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 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 156.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
132 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 58 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 132.3 miles from Berwyn, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 156.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Main Line Station Rest Area - Northbound
0.1 mi from route
Illini Prairie Rest Area - Southbound
0.1 mi from route
Illini Prairie Rest Area - Northbound
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Main Line Station Rest Area - Southbound
0.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Prairie View Rest Area - Northbound
0.2 mi from route
Prairie View Rest Area - Southbound
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Peotone Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Road Ranger
0.4 mi from route
Service Plaza
1 mi from route
Red Rooster Terminal
1.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.4 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
1.9 mi from route
QuikTrip
2.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.3 mi from route
Thorntons
2.4 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 178 — 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
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~5m in
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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.
5
178 mi into trip
|
~3h 25m in
Take the exit toward IL 16 East: Charleston
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 190A
Toward IL 16 East: Charleston
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.14 one way
$88.28 round trip
$4.24/gal
25.4 MPG avg
93 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $47.97 | $95.94 |
| premium | $5.26 | $54.78 | $109.57 |
| diesel | $6.18 | $64.37 | $128.74 |
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: 92.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 79.4 | 0 | $27.78 | $12.70 |
| Efficient EV | 66.2 | 0 | $23.15 | $10.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 105.8 | 1 | $37.04 | $16.93 |
Gas CO2
93 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Berwyn, IL
Morning in Berwyn on Sunday
Local time
6:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
38°F
Mostly Clear
N 10 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 2:24AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 2:22AM CDT until October 17 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
Destination
Lawrenceville, IL
Morning in Lawrenceville on Sunday
Local time
6:43 AM
CDT
Current temp
59°F
Sunny
NNE 6 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 2:24AM CDT until October 17 at 9:00AM CDT by NWS Quad Cities IA IL
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 17 at 2:22AM CDT until October 17 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Chicago IL
49°F
Shelby, IN
132 mi in
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 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 32m 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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 9.1
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is entirely on surface roads, with a 0% highway share. You'll be navigating through towns and local areas for the full 264.6 miles, starting on roads like South Cicero Avenue. Expect a driving experience marked by frequent intersections and varying speed limits as you pass through communities. The absence of major highways means you'll be more immersed in the local landscape throughout the 5h 32m drive.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 156.5 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and US 50. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 32m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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
796 ft
466 ft
Total Climb
272 ft
Total Descent
423 ft
Highest Point
796 ft
~113.4 mi in
Elevation Range
330 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Berwyn, IL
Full guide →Founded 1908
Berwyn is a city in the Chicagoland region of Illinois.
Top landmarks
- • Arthur J. Dunham House — historic house in Berwyn, Illinois
- • Mr. Robert Silhan House — historic house in Illinois, United States
Arriving in Lawrenceville, IL
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Lawrence County Courthouse — courthouse in Lawrence County, Illinois
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 32m. Total distance: 264.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 156.5 miles on I 57. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 26 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 26 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 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.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Lawrenceville, IL before the return drive.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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