Berwyn, IL to Saint Rose, IL is 284.6 miles and takes about 5h 30m via I-57, I-70, and South Cicero Avenue, with a fuel budget near $44 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This all-Midwest journey keeps you within Illinois for its entirety, primarily utilizing major interstates. It's a straightforward drive that's well-suited for a single day, offering a practical way to cover ground without much fuss. Consider this route if you prioritize efficiency and a clear path from point A to point B.
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
142.3 miles from Berwyn, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 47m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
188.4 mi
3h 23m
I 70
61.7 mi
1h 6m
South Cicero Avenue
11.6 mi
18m
Cicero Avenue
6.6 mi
10m
Saint Rose Road
5.2 mi
9m
St Rose Road
3.2 mi
5m
West Cermak Road
2.5 mi
5m
US Highway 40
2.5 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 188.4 mi, about 3h 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn, IL and Saint Rose, 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 right at fork onto I 70
62 mi·1 hr 6 min·I 70
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
8
Take the exit onto US 40
0.3 mi·41 sec·US 40
Exit 30Toward US 40, IL 143: Pierron, Highland
9
Turn left onto US 40
0.3 mi·23 sec·Steiner Road
10
Continue on US 40
2.5 mi·3 min·US Highway 40
11
Turn left onto Veterans Honor Parkway
1.6 mi·3 min·Veterans Honor Parkway
12
Enter roundabout onto St Rose Road
225 ft·4 sec·St Rose Road
13
Continue on St Rose Road
3.1 mi·5 min·St Rose Road
14
Continue on Saint Rose Road
5.2 mi·9 min·Saint Rose Road
15
Arrive at destination
Saint Rose Road
Trip Plan
With a 5h 30m estimated duration, you can comfortably complete this drive in a single day, leaving Berwyn in the morning to arrive in Saint Rose by afternoon. The longest stretch on I-57 is nearly 189 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get too low. While the route is primarily interstate, pay attention to the transition onto South Cicero Avenue at the start, as this initial segment may have more local traffic. Given the relatively short drive time, you have flexibility to depart when convenient, but an early start will ensure a relaxed pace.
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 142.3 miles from Berwyn, IL, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 188.4 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 142.3 miles or 2h 47m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Rose, 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 284.6 miles and 5h 30m.
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 188.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Final third
3.4 mi from route
~9 min detour
$20 to $30
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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.5 and 271.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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.
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 70
Keep slight right at fork onto I 70 toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 70 West: Saint Louis
6
271.6 mi into trip|~5h 6m in|US 40
Take the exit onto US 40 toward US 40, IL 143: Pierron, Highland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 30
Toward US 40, IL 143: Pierron, Highland
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.49 one way
$88.99 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg100 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$48.85
$97.71
premium
$4.89
$54.77
$109.54
diesel
$5.61
$62.84
$125.67
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: 99.6 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
85.4
1
$29.88
$13.66
Efficient EV
71.2
0
$24.90
$11.38
EV Truck/SUV
113.8
1
$39.84
$18.21
Gas CO2
100 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 20, 2026
Origin
Berwyn, IL
Late night
in Berwyn on Tuesday
Local time
5:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Saint Rose, IL
Late night
in Saint Rose on Tuesday
Local time
5:55 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°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
9 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 30m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive, with 89% of the journey taking place on major roads like I-57 and I-70. You'll encounter one significant stretch of 188.4 miles primarily on I-57, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed and straightforward navigation. While the bulk of the trip is interstate, the inclusion of South Cicero Avenue at the beginning adds a touch of local road driving before you merge onto the main highways. This profile suggests a route where speed and directness are key.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 188.4 mi on I 57.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 70. 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 Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 30m drive. You will face about 9 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 21.4 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The longest stretch is about 188.4 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 20.7 miles (167th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Saint Rose, IL before the return drive.
