Origin
Berwyn, IL
Late night in Berwyn on Friday
Local time
1:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Berwyn, IL to Braidwood, IL
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
54.5 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Berwyn, IL
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Braidwood, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Berwyn, IL to Braidwood, IL covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Adlai Stevenson Expressway, South Harlem Avenue, North Division Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.3 miles on Adlai Stevenson Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.52 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 54.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 54.5 miles, with most of the trip on Adlai Stevenson Expressway and South Harlem Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.3 miles on Adlai Stevenson Expressway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Adlai Stevenson Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 47.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Adlai Stevenson Expressway and South Harlem Avenue. 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 Oak Park 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 54.5 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 (Oak Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Oak Park Avenue
Turn right onto Oak Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Turn right
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 55 South
5
4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge onto I 55 / Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
51.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward IL 113: Coal City, Kankakee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward IL 113: Coal City, Kankakee
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 Berwyn, IL to Braidwood, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Kankakee along the way.
Kankakee
51.3 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 47.3 mi | 58m |
| South Harlem Avenue | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| North Division Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Riverside Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Coal City Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oak Park Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
— 47.3 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn, IL and Braidwood, IL.
1
Start on West Cermak Road
91 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Cermak Road
2
Turn right onto Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Oak Park Avenue
3
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverside Drive
4
Turn left onto IL 43
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
South Harlem Avenue
5
Turn right
137 ft
·
5 sec
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 55 South
7
Merge onto I 55
47 mi
·
58 min
·
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward IL 113: Coal City, Kankakee
9
Turn left onto IL 113
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Coal City Road
10
Turn right onto IL 113
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Division Street
11
Turn left onto IL 113
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
12
Turn left onto IL 129
161 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Washington Street
13
Turn left
200 ft
·
14 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.2 mi from Berwyn, IL · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.2 miles from Berwyn, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Braidwood, IL
The final approach into Braidwood, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.52 one way
$17.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.36 | $18.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.49 | $20.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Braidwood, IL
Late night in Braidwood on Friday
Local time
1:48 AM
CDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 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
1h 13m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Berwyn, IL to Braidwood, IL covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Adlai Stevenson Expressway, South Harlem Avenue, North Division Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.2 miles from Berwyn, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Oak Park Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Berwyn, IL to Braidwood, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Kankakee along the way.
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