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Trip from Williamsville, 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 23m

Distance

178.6 mi

287 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min
4 AM
3h 12m ★
6 AM
3h 24m
8 AM
3h 48m
10 AM
3h 32m
12 PM
3h 30m
3 PM
3h 33m
5 PM
3h 47m
8 PM
3h 16m

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

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Williamsville, IL

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city in Cook County, Illinois, United States

Berwyn, IL

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Trip Overview

This 179-mile journey from Williamsville, IL, to Berwyn, IL, is designed as a straightforward, one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 54 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily using Highway 2 and I-55 North, with a segment on IL 43. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $27, this route is budget-friendly for a quick excursion within the Midwest. The drive offers a practical, turn-heavy local feel, making it an efficient option for getting from point A to point B without extensive highway time. Given its manageable length, it's perfectly suited for a single-day drive, allowing for a relaxed pace.

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

89.3 miles from Williamsville, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 38m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 55 173.6 mi 3h 12m
South Harlem Avenue 2.9 mi 5m
Riverside Drive 0.8 mi 1m
West Main Street 0.2 mi <1m
County Highway 2 0.1 mi <1m
Oak Park Avenue 0.1 mi <1m
West Cermak Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 55 — 173.6 mi, about 3h 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on West Main Street

0.2 mi · 29 sec · West Main Street
2

Continue on IL 123

0.1 mi · 21 sec · County Highway 2
3

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min
4

Merge onto I 55

17 mi · 18 min · I 55
5

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55

29 mi · 31 min · I 55
Toward I 55 North: Chicago Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55

127 mi · 2 hr 22 min · I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 283 Toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue Use the right lane.
8

Turn left onto IL 43

2.9 mi · 5 min · South Harlem Avenue
9

Turn right onto Riverside Drive

0.8 mi · 1 min · Riverside Drive
10

Turn slight left onto Oak Park Avenue

0.1 mi · 26 sec · Oak Park Avenue
11

Turn left onto West Cermak Road

91 ft · 1 sec · West Cermak Road
12

Arrive at destination

West Cermak Road

Trip Plan

For this 179-mile drive, departing Williamsville, IL, in the morning is recommended to make the most of daylight and avoid potential rush hour congestion as you near Berwyn, IL. With a duration of under three hours, you won't need to plan for overnight stops. Consider making just one planned stop to refuel or stretch your legs, as the drive is relatively short. The primary roads include Highway 2 and I-55 North, so be mindful of the transitions between them. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to local signage for IL 43, as it's a key segment that will guide you through more community-based driving.

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 89.3 miles from Williamsville, IL, or about 1h 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 173.6 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 39 miles or 42m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 89.3 miles or 1h 38m 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 43m

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 Williamsville, 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 Williamsville, IL

This is one driving day of about 178.6 miles and 3h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 39 miles from Williamsville, 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 173.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Woodford County, Illinois

Mid-route town

Meal stop

El Paso, IL

89 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

Bloomington, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

El Paso, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 89.3 miles from Williamsville, 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 173.6 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

Falco's Pizza

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Burr Ridge, Illinois

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 14min to go 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16306544644

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3 Rivers Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Channahon, Illinois

1.6 mi

Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe & Banquets

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Darien, Illinois

1.4 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Friendly Coffee Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Berwyn, Illinois

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+17084849794

Visit website

Emmys Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Braidwood, Illinois

2.2 mi

Falco's Pizza

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Burr Ridge, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+16306544644

Visit website

3 Rivers Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Channahon, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+18158285110

Visit website

Chuck's Southern Comforts Cafe & Banquets

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30

Darien, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+13314314000

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

charlie's restaurant - forest park

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

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

Forest Park, Illinois

Hours: 5:30 am–2:30 pm

+17087711969

Visit website

Whistle Stop Cafe Diamond IL

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Diamond, Illinois

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+18156342360

Visit website

Capri Ristorante

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately

Burr Ridge, Illinois

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+16304554003

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

Ten Drops Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Plainfield, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+16306962137

Visit website

Emmys Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Braidwood, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18153905133

Emmy's Cafe & Gaming

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour

Coal City, Illinois

Hours: 8 am–12 pm

+18155185375

Kafe De Kasa

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17792421902

Visit website

Critical Grind Board Game Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

Final third 4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Shorewood, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–11 pm

+18156304235

Visit website

The Happy Crab Mobile Coffee Bar

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

Final third 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Minooka, Illinois

+18155928941

Visit website

Brick & Ivy Coffee Co.

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

Final third 4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Channahon, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+12176638389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Normal, Illinois

+13094549590

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

Early stretch 3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour

Bloomington, Illinois

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+13096641222

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

First break 4 mi from route ~10 min detour

Lincoln, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+12177354444

Visit website

Rivian Waypoints

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

Early stretch 3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour

Normal, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887484261

Visit website

Prairie Trail Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 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

Dock Rotz Tavern

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

Final third 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20

Minooka, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+18154672200

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 7

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 178.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

3
0.8 mi into trip | ~1m in | I 55

Merge onto I 55

Merge point - match speed before joining

7
18 mi into trip | ~20m in | I 55

Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
47.3 mi into trip | ~51m in | I 55

Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
7
174.4 mi into trip | ~3h 14m 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
5
178.6 mi into trip | ~3h 23m in | West Cermak Road

Turn left onto West Cermak Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.92 one way

$55.84 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 63 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $30.66 $61.31
premium $4.89 $34.37 $68.74
diesel $5.61 $39.43 $78.87

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 62.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 53.6 0 $18.75 $8.57
Efficient EV 44.7 0 $15.63 $7.14
EV Truck/SUV 71.4 0 $25.00 $11.43

Gas CO2

62 kg

EV CO2

21 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

Williamsville, IL

Morning in Williamsville on Tuesday

Local time

7:22 AM

CDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Berwyn, IL

Morning in Berwyn on Tuesday

Local time

7:22 AM

CDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

El Paso, IL

89 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

8 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 23m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive with a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, indicating a route that prioritizes local roads over high-speed highway travel. With a 0% highway share, you won't be spending time on interstates, but rather navigating through communities and along state routes. This means you'll likely encounter more traffic signals and varied speed limits as you make your way north. The absence of a defined longest uninterrupted stretch suggests a frequent need for adjustments in speed and direction, keeping you engaged with the immediate surroundings. The character of the road will likely shift as you progress, moving from more rural settings to more developed areas as you approach Berwyn.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 173.6 mi on I 55.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and South Harlem Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near I 55.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 23m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 18 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Williamsville, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.

Peoria

47.3 mi in | ~51m | via I 55

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 23m. Total distance: 178.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 173.6 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: at 0.8 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 18 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.8 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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