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Trip from West Peoria, IL to Berwyn, IL

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 9m

Distance

161 mi

259 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
2h 58m ★
6 AM
3h 9m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 15m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 2m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown West Peoria, IL, IL

West Peoria, IL

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city in Cook County, Illinois, United States

Berwyn, IL

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Trip Overview

This 161-mile drive from West Peoria, Illinois, to Berwyn, Illinois, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 9 minutes to complete. The route is heavily focused on highway travel, with 94% of it on main roads like I-55 and I-74, making it a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $25, this trip is budget-friendly for a day excursion. You'll encounter one designated stop along the way, offering a chance to stretch your legs. Given the relatively short duration and highway-centric profile, it's an efficient option for a quick trip between these two Illinois locations.

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

80.5 miles from West Peoria, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 119.9 mi 2h 15m
I 74 30.4 mi 32m
South Harlem Avenue 2.9 mi 5m
West Lincoln Avenue 0.9 mi 1m
MacArthur Highway 0.8 mi 1m
North Western Avenue 0.8 mi 1m
Riverside Drive 0.8 mi 1m
Cedar Street 0.7 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 119.9 mi, about 2h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Peoria, IL and Berwyn, IL.

1

Start on North Waverly Avenue

81 ft · 8 sec · North Waverly Avenue
2

Turn left onto West Ayers Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · West Ayers Avenue
3

At end of road, turn right onto North Western Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Western Avenue
4

Turn left onto IL 116

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Lincoln Avenue
5

Turn straight onto IL 116

236 ft · 9 sec · Southwest Adams Street
6

Turn right onto IL 8; IL 116

0.8 mi · 1 min · MacArthur Highway
7

Continue on IL 8; IL 116

0.7 mi · 49 sec · Cedar Street
8

Keep slight left at fork onto IL 8; IL 116

0.3 mi · 43 sec · IL 8; IL 116
9

Turn straight onto IL 29

0.3 mi · 26 sec · South Main Street
10

Turn right onto East Washington Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Washington Street
11

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 58 sec
12

Merge onto I 74

30 mi · 32 min · I 74
13

Keep slight left at fork

1.4 mi · 2 min
Toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
14

Merge onto I 55; US 51

120 mi · 2 hr 15 min · I 55; US 51
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 283 Toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue Use the right lane.
16

Turn left onto IL 43

2.9 mi · 5 min · South Harlem Avenue
17

Turn right onto Riverside Drive

0.8 mi · 1 min · Riverside Drive
18

Turn slight left onto Oak Park Avenue

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Oak Park Avenue
19

Turn left onto West Cermak Road

91 ft · 1 sec · West Cermak Road
20

Arrive at destination

West Cermak Road

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, so you can leave whenever it's most convenient. Aim to depart earlier in the day to maximize daylight and potentially avoid heavier traffic, especially as you get closer to the Chicago metropolitan area. The longest stretch on I-55 is nearly 120 miles, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly, perhaps utilizing the one recommended stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $25 estimate is based on current prices and the route's efficiency.

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 80.5 miles from West Peoria, IL, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.9 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 35 miles or 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 80.5 miles or 1h 34m 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 32m

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 West Peoria, 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 West Peoria, IL

This is one driving day of about 161 miles and 3h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from West Peoria, 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 55 for about 119.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

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Mid-route town

Meal stop

Reading, IL

81 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

Normal, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Reading, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 80.5 miles from West Peoria, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 119.9 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.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Topaz Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Burr Ridge, Illinois

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 13min to go 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16306541616

Visit website

Capri Ristorante

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Burr Ridge, Illinois

0.7 mi

One World

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Peoria, Illinois

0.9 mi

Best coffee break · final third

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Shorewood, Illinois

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third · 40min to go 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+18156304235

Visit website

Friendly Coffee Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Berwyn, Illinois

1 mi

Kafe De Kasa

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Shorewood, Illinois

0.8 mi

Topaz Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive

Burr Ridge, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16306541616

Visit website

Capri Ristorante

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately

Burr Ridge, Illinois

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+16304554003

Visit website

One World

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 7:30 am–8 pm

+13096721522

Visit website

Haddad's Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–7:30 pm

+13096725339

Happy Place Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18156661447

Visit website

D'Cache Latin Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Berwyn, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–8 pm

+17083175008

Visit website

Media Noche Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Berwyn, Illinois

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+17083175093

Visit website

Falco's Pizza

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Burr Ridge, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16306544644

Visit website

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+18156304235

Visit website

Friendly Coffee Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Berwyn, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+17084849794

Visit website

Kafe De Kasa

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17792421902

Visit website

Kafé De Kasa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Crest Hill, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18156303694

Visit website

Bonny's Bistro

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour

Joliet, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+18476271095

Visit website

Emmy's Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Final third 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Coal City, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18155185375

Emmys Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

Final third 5 mi from route ~12 min detour

Braidwood, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18153905133

InCharge Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour

Morton, Illinois

+13092913039

Visit website

Circle K Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Morton, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18335052291

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

East Peoria, Illinois

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Peoria, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–12 pm

+18887584389

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Peoria, Illinois

Prairie Trail Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Willowbrook, Illinois

Hours: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

Visit website

The Wine Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30

Wilmington, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–12 pm

+18154769009

Visit website

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 0 and 156.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Ayers Avenue

Turn left onto West Ayers Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | North Western Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto North Western Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
35.5 mi into trip | ~42m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 55 North, US 51 North: Chicago
5
36.9 mi into trip | ~45m in | I 55; US 51

Merge onto I 55; US 51

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
156.8 mi into trip | ~3h in

Take the exit toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 283 Toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.17 one way

$50.34 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 56 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $27.64 $55.27
premium $4.89 $30.98 $61.97
diesel $5.61 $35.55 $71.09

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 48.3 0 $16.90 $7.73
Efficient EV 40.3 0 $14.09 $6.44
EV Truck/SUV 64.4 0 $22.54 $10.30

Gas CO2

56 kg

EV CO2

19 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 20, 2026

Origin

West Peoria, IL

Morning in West Peoria on Tuesday

Local time

10:14 AM

CDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Berwyn, IL

Morning in Berwyn on Tuesday

Local time

10:14 AM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

67°F

Reading, IL

81 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

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 9m 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

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...

13 mi from route ~32 min detour Free near mile 155.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 161-mile trip, with 94% of the route utilizing major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 119.9 miles on I-55, offering a consistent pace. While largely an interstate drive, the inclusion of South Harlem Avenue at some point suggests a transition towards more local or arterial roads as you approach your destination. This profile indicates a drive where maintaining speed is generally possible, with minimal deviations into slower, more scenic byways.

94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 119.9 mi on I 55.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 74. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Ayers 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 161 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (West Ayers Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Western Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 35.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Arriving 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 3h 9m. Total distance: 161 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 119.9 miles on I 55. 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.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Ayers Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (North Western Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 35.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Berwyn, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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