Origin
Berwyn, IL
Night in Berwyn on Saturday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Berwyn, IL to Pinckneyville, IL
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 59m
Distance
316.8 mi
510 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$50
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 46m
★
6 AM
5h 59m
8 AM
6h 25m
10 AM
6h 8m
12 PM
6h 6m
3 PM
6h 10m
5 PM
6h 24m
8 PM
5h 52m
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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Pinckneyville, IL
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Trip Overview
This 316.8-mile journey from Berwyn, IL, to Pinckneyville, IL, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 5 hours and 59 minutes. You'll primarily be on major interstates like I-57 and I-64, with a brief stint on IL-127, making it a highway-focused drive. With an estimated fuel cost of $50, this route is an efficient way to traverse the state. It's a straightforward trip across the Midwest, offering a direct path without many detours. Consider starting early to make the most of daylight hours.
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
158.4 miles from Berwyn, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 4m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 249.5 mi | 4h 29m |
| I 64 | 22.9 mi | 24m |
| IL 127 | 22 mi | 27m |
| South Cicero Avenue | 11.6 mi | 18m |
| Cicero Avenue | 6.6 mi | 10m |
| West Cermak Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| 167th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Water Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 249.5 mi, about 4h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn, IL and Pinckneyville, 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
61 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 57
Toward I 57 South: Memphis
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 64 West: Saint Louis
9
Merge onto I 64
23 mi
·
24 min
·
I 64
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward IL 127
11
Turn straight onto IL 127
22 mi
·
27 min
·
IL 127
12
Turn right onto IL 13; IL 154
135 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Water Street
13
Arrive at destination
IL 13; IL 154
Trip Plan
Given the nearly 6-hour duration, an early morning departure from Berwyn is advisable to arrive in Pinckneyville with ample daylight. You'll have one main stretch of road for over 200 miles, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. The estimated fuel cost of $50 is a good budget to keep in mind. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the longer stretches on I-57, as services can be spaced out. This is a drive where sticking to the main highways will get you there efficiently.
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 158.4 miles from Berwyn, IL, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 249.5 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 70 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 158.4 miles or 3h 4m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pinckneyville, 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 316.8 miles and 5h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 70 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 249.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
158 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 70 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 158.4 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 249.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 209.9 — 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.
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
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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.53 one way
$99.06 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
111 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $54.38 | $108.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $60.97 | $121.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $69.95 | $139.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$50
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$75–$100
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 110.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 95 | 1 | $33.26 | $15.21 |
| Efficient EV | 79.2 | 0 | $27.72 | $12.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 126.7 | 1 | $44.35 | $20.28 |
Gas CO2
111 kg
EV CO2
37 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.
Destination
Pinckneyville, IL
Night in Pinckneyville on Saturday
Local time
11:42 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°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
13 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 59m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-intensive experience, with 93% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The majority of your time will be spent on I-57, where you'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 249.5 miles. This means consistent speeds and minimal slowdowns as you travel south through Illinois. While largely interstate, the inclusion of IL-127 offers a slight change of pace before reaching your destination. The drive is characterized by its efficiency and directness, rather than winding scenic byways.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 249.5 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 64. You will hit about 9 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 Effort
5/10
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 316.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 20.7 miles (167th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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
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 59m. Total distance: 316.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 249.5 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 20.7 miles (167th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.0 hours each way, a round trip means 12.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Pinckneyville, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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