Worden to Berwyn is 256.7 miles and takes about 4h 50m via I 55, with a fuel budget near $41 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Illinois, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. Given its relatively short duration and high percentage of highway driving, it's a straightforward trip. You'll be covering most of the distance on a major interstate, making it an efficient option for getting 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
128.4 miles from Worden, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
249.6 mi
4h 35m
South Harlem Avenue
2.9 mi
5m
Possum Hill Road
1.8 mi
4m
Riverside Drive
0.8 mi
1m
IL 4
0.4 mi
<1m
East Wall Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi
<1m
Goodall Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 249.6 mi, about 4h 35m
Traffic on I-55
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 24 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,743 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,333
Quietest
2 AM
~157 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 103 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Worden, IL and Berwyn, IL.
1
Start on East Wall Street
0.3 mi·49 sec·East Wall Street
2
Turn left onto Goodall Street
0.1 mi·16 sec·Goodall Street
3
Turn right onto East Kell Street
192 ft·5 sec·East Kell Street
4
Continue on Possum Hill Road
1.8 mi·4 min·Possum Hill Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto IL 4
0.4 mi·39 sec·IL 4
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
7
Merge onto I 55
93 mi·1 hr 40 min·I 55
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
29 mi·31 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North: ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
127 mi·2 hr 22 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, PeoriaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 283Toward IL 43: Harlem AvenueUse the right lane.
11
Turn left onto IL 43
2.9 mi·5 min·South Harlem Avenue
12
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
0.8 mi·1 min·Riverside Drive
13
Turn slight left onto Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi·26 sec·Oak Park Avenue
14
Turn left onto West Cermak Road
91 ft·1 sec·West Cermak Road
15
Arrive at destination
West Cermak Road
Trip Plan
For this 4h 50m drive, leaving in the morning will give you plenty of time to reach your destination before evening. With only one recommended stop and a long 249.6-mile stretch on I 55, plan your fuel and rest breaks accordingly. The fuel cost is estimated at $41, so ensure your tank is full before departing Worden. As you get closer to Berwyn, be aware of the increased number of exits and potential for heavier traffic on South Harlem Avenue.
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 128.4 miles from Worden, IL, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 249.6 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 56 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 128.4 miles or 2h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 54m
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 Worden, 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 Worden, IL
This is one driving day of about 256.7 miles and 4h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 56 miles from Worden, 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 249.6 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 252.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|East Kell Street
Turn right onto East Kell Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.2 mi into trip|~5m in|IL 4
At end of road, turn right onto IL 4
Navigation decision point
7
96.1 mi into trip|~1h 47m 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
125.5 mi into trip|~2h 18m 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
252.5 mi into trip|~4h 41m 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
$42.82 one way
$85.64 round trip
$4.24/gal25.4 MPG avg90 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.62
$46.72
$93.44
premium
$5.25
$53.09
$106.18
diesel
$6.28
$63.43
$126.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 89.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
77
0
$26.95
$12.32
Efficient EV
64.2
0
$22.46
$10.27
EV Truck/SUV
102.7
1
$35.94
$16.43
Gas CO2
90 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Worden, IL
Morning
in Worden on Thursday
Local time
6:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
71°F
Sunny
SE 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Berwyn, IL
Morning
in Berwyn on Thursday
Local time
6:00 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Sunny
SSW 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
64°F
Bloomington, IL
128 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
4 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
4h 50m 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.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
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 256.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly highway, with 97% of the 256.7 miles on interstates. You'll spend the longest stretch, 249.6 miles, on I 55. The transition to surface roads happens near the end, with Possum Hill Road and South Harlem Avenue making up the final miles. Expect a consistent cruising speed for most of the drive, with increased traffic and more frequent exits as you approach the Chicago metropolitan area.
97% 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: 249.6 mi on I 55.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and South Harlem Avenue. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near East Kell Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 256.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.4 miles (East Kell Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (IL 4): Navigation decision point; at 96.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
770 ft558 ft
Total Climb
494 ft
Total Descent
446 ft
Highest Point
770 ft
~128.6 mi in
Elevation Range
212 ft
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 Worden, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 50m. Total distance: 256.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 249.6 miles on I 55. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 27 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.
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 0.4 miles (East Kell Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (IL 4): Navigation decision point; at 96.1 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument and Pullman National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Berwyn, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
