Knox, IL to Berwyn, IL is 194.4 miles and takes about 3h 44m via IL 110 and I-74, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, traversing the Midwest region. Expect a straightforward drive primarily on highways, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. The route is recommended for one day, so you can easily complete it without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
97.2 miles from Knox, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 51m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
IL 110
135 mi
2h 28m
I 74
39.3 mi
42m
West Cermak Road
6.5 mi
12m
Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
6.3 mi
6m
Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
3.7 mi
4m
Knox Road 1020 E
1.4 mi
5m
22nd Street
0.5 mi
<1m
Mine Road
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
IL 110
— 135 mi, about 2h 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Knox, IL and Berwyn, IL.
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Start on Knox Station Road
148 ft·10 sec·Knox Station Road
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Turn left onto Mine Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Mine Road
3
Turn right onto Knox Road 1020 E
1.4 mi·5 min·Knox Road 1020 E
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 74 West: Galesburg
5
Merge onto I 74
39 mi·42 min·I 74
6
Keep slight left at fork onto IL 110
6.3 mi·6 min·Chicago-Kansas City Expressway
Toward I 80 West: Des Moines
7
Take the exit onto IL 110
135 mi·2 hr 28 min·IL 110
Exit 4BToward I 88 East, IL 92 East: Sterling, Rock FallsUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 88; IL 110
3.7 mi·4 min·Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 138Toward I 294 South, IL 38: IndianaUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·28 sec
Exit 138Toward York Road, Oak Brook, HinsdaleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
130 ft·8 sec
Toward York Road, Oak Brook
12
Turn left onto York Road
0.3 mi·30 sec·York Road
13
Turn left onto 22nd Street
0.5 mi·59 sec·22nd Street
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on West Cermak Road
6.0 mi·10 min·West Cermak Road
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on West Cermak Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Cermak Road
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
West Cermak Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 44m duration, leaving Knox, IL in the morning will give you plenty of time to reach Berwyn, IL before evening. With a fuel cost estimated at $30, you won't need to worry too much about budgeting for gas. The longest stretch without a major turn is 135 miles on IL 110, so plan your stop before you get too far into that segment. Since it's a one-day trip, you have flexibility to depart when you're ready.
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 97.2 miles from Knox, IL, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 135 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 43 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 97.2 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berwyn, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Knox, 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 Knox, IL
This is one driving day of about 194.4 miles and 3h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Knox, 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 IL 110 for about 135 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 47.9 and 187.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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47.9 mi into trip|~57m in|IL 110
Take the exit onto IL 110 toward I 88 East, IL 92 East: Sterling, Rock Falls
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 4B
Toward I 88 East, IL 92 East: Sterling, Rock Fa...
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182.9 mi into trip|~3h 25m in|I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
186.5 mi into trip|~3h 30m in
Take the exit toward I 294 South, IL 38: Indiana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 138
Toward I 294 South, IL 38: Indiana
9
186.9 mi into trip|~3h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward York Road, Oak Brook, Hinsdale
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 138
Toward York Road, Oak Brook, Hinsdale
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187.1 mi into trip|~3h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward York Road, Oak Brook
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward York Road, Oak Brook
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.39 one way
$60.78 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg68 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$33.37
$66.74
premium
$4.89
$37.41
$74.82
diesel
$5.61
$42.92
$85.84
Estimated Tolls: $0.22
Reagan Memorial Tollway
(3.7 mi)$0.22
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
$30
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
58.3
0
$20.41
$9.33
Efficient EV
48.6
0
$17.01
$7.78
EV Truck/SUV
77.8
0
$27.22
$12.44
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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 15, 2026
Origin
Knox, IL
Afternoon
in Knox on Sunday
Local time
12:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Berwyn, IL
Afternoon
in Berwyn on Sunday
Local time
12:26 PM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
6 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
3h 44m 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...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 194.4
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 93% of the 194.4 miles on roads like IL 110 and I-74. You'll encounter a long stretch of 135 miles on IL 110 before transitioning to surface roads. Pay attention as you approach Berwyn, as the frequent exits on I-74 can signal the beginning of more developed areas.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 135 mi on IL 110.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 110 and I 74. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47.9 miles in near IL 110.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 194.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 47.9 miles (IL 110): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 182.9 miles (I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 186.5 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.
On the drive from Knox, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Rock Falls along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 44m. Total distance: 194.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 44m 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 135 miles on IL 110. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.22 in tolls one way, starting with Reagan 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 10 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 Berwyn, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 10 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 47.9 miles (IL 110): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 182.9 miles (I 88; IL 110 / Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 186.5 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Berwyn, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
