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Trip from Berwyn, IL to Cincinnati, IL

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

5h 42m

Distance

274.9 mi

442 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

10 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 29m ★
6 AM
5h 42m
8 AM
6h 9m
10 AM
5h 51m
12 PM
5h 49m
3 PM
5h 53m
5 PM
6h 7m
8 PM
5h 34m

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

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city in Cook County, Illinois, United States

Berwyn, IL

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Cincinnati, IL

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Trip Overview

The drive from Berwyn, IL to Cincinnati, IL covers 274.9 miles and takes about 5h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 57, County Road 925 East, South Banker Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 183.5 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $42.98 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

137.4 miles from Berwyn, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 41m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 57 183.5 mi 3h 18m
County Road 925 East 16.2 mi 24m
South Banker Street 14.9 mi 22m
South Cicero Avenue 11.6 mi 18m
County Road 1400 E 10.4 mi 15m
County Road 1600E 8.5 mi 12m
IL 15 7.1 mi 10m
Cicero Avenue 6.6 mi 10m
Longest stretch: I 57 — 183.5 mi, about 3h 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on West Cermak Road

2.5 mi · 5 min · West Cermak Road
2

Turn right onto IL 50

12 mi · 18 min · South Cicero Avenue
Use the right lane.
3

Continue on IL 50

6.6 mi · 10 min · Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Turn left onto 167th Street

0.2 mi · 26 sec · 167th Street
Use the left lane.
5

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80
6

Merge onto I 57

183 mi · 3 hr 18 min · I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Exit 162 Toward US 45: Sigel, Effingham
8

Turn left onto US 45

1.9 mi · 2 min · US 45
9

Turn right onto US 40; US 45; IL 33

0.2 mi · 32 sec · East Fayette Avenue
10

Turn left onto US 45

15 mi · 22 min · South Banker Street
11

Continue on US 45

16 mi · 24 min · County Road 925 East
12

Turn slight left

135 ft · 5 sec
13

Merge onto US 45; US 50

3.9 mi · 4 min · US 45; US 50
14

Turn right onto US 45

10 mi · 15 min · County Road 1400 E
15

Continue on US 45

0.9 mi · 1 min · Central Street
16

Continue on US 45

1.4 mi · 2 min · County Road 1800N
17

Turn straight onto US 45

4.6 mi · 6 min · County Road 1600E
18

Continue on US 45

1.0 mi · 1 min · Washington Street
19

Continue on US 45

3.9 mi · 5 min · County Road 1600E
20

Turn sharp right onto IL 15

7.1 mi · 10 min · IL 15
21

Turn right onto 900E

2.0 mi · 4 min · 900E
22

Turn right onto County Road 1000N

1.0 mi · 3 min · County Road 1000N
23

Arrive at destination

County Road 1000N

Trip Plan

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 137.4 miles from Berwyn, IL, or about 2h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 183.5 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 60 miles or 1h 17m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 137.4 miles or 2h 41m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cincinnati, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Berwyn, 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 Berwyn, IL

This is one driving day of about 274.9 miles and 5h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Berwyn, 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 57 for about 183.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Champaign, IL

137 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

Joliet, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Champaign, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 137.4 miles from Berwyn, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 183.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cafe De Miro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Oak Forest, Illinois

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 19.6

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+16166345638

Visit website

Asian bowl express

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rantoul, Illinois

0.7 mi

Red Wheel Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Rantoul, Illinois

0.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Friendly Coffee Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Berwyn, Illinois

Near the start, right off the route

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

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+17084849794

Visit website

Cafe De Miro

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 19.6

Oak Forest, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+16166345638

Visit website

Asian bowl express

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 117.8

Rantoul, Illinois

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+12172821215

Visit website

Red Wheel Restaurant

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 117.8

Rantoul, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12178930471

Visit website

ET's Downtown Rantoul

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 117.8

Rantoul, Illinois

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+12178930222

Visit website

D'Cache Latin Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

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 start, short detour

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 start, short detour

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

Forest Park, Illinois

Hours: 5:30 am–2:30 pm

+17087711969

Visit website

Honey Bee Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 176.7

Mattoon, Illinois

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12172344997

Visit website

Friendly Coffee Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Berwyn, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–1 pm

+17084849794

Visit website

La Bodega Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 19.6

Posen, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

Visit website

Original Mocha Coffee House

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 19.6

Tinley Park, Illinois

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+17089044960

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 176.7

Mattoon, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 137.4

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 137.4

Savoy, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 137.4

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 137.4

Champaign, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Hampton Inn Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 137.4

Champaign, Illinois

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 176.7

Mattoon, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 176.7

Mattoon, Illinois

Hours: Open 24 hours

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 2.5 and 264.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
2.5 mi into trip | ~5m in | IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue

Turn right onto IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
4
20.7 mi into trip | ~34m in | 167th Street

Turn left onto 167th Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
5
21.4 mi into trip | ~36m in | I 57

Merge onto I 57

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
204.9 mi into trip | ~3h 54m in

Take the exit toward US 45: Sigel, Effingham

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 162 Toward US 45: Sigel, Effingham
5
264.7 mi into trip | ~5h 22m in | IL 15

Turn sharp right onto IL 15

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.98 one way

$85.95 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 96 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $47.19 $94.38
premium $4.89 $52.90 $105.80
diesel $5.61 $60.69 $121.39

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: 96.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

10 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

ChargePoint Charging Station

Mattoon, Illinois

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Champaign, Illinois

Tesla

1 DCFC

Blink Charging Station

Mattoon, Illinois

Blink

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Savoy, Illinois

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Mattoon, Illinois

Other

1 DCFC

Tesla Destination Charger

Champaign, Illinois

Tesla Destination

1 DCFC

Hampton Inn Charging Station

Champaign, Illinois

Other

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Champaign, Illinois

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Blink: 3 ChargePoint: 2 Other: 2 Tesla: 1 EV Connect: 1 Tesla Destination: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 82.5 1 $28.86 $13.20
Efficient EV 68.7 0 $24.05 $11.00
EV Truck/SUV 110 1 $38.49 $17.59

Gas CO2

96 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Berwyn, IL

Afternoon in Berwyn on Saturday

Local time

2:35 PM

CDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Cincinnati, IL

Afternoon in Cincinnati on Saturday

Local time

2:35 PM

CDT

Current temp

74°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

7 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

5h 42m 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.

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...

8 mi from route ~20 min detour Free near mile 9.5
Caution: Road Construction Near the Park
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 5h 42m highway drive covering 274.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and County Road 925 East. The longest continuous stretch is about 183.5 miles on I 57.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 183.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and County Road 925 East. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 2.5 miles in near IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue.

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 5h 42m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (167th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Cincinnati, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Effingham along the way.

Effingham

204.9 mi in | ~3h 54m

About the Cities

Starting 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 5h 42m. Total distance: 274.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (71%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Berwyn, IL to Cincinnati, IL covers 274.9 miles and takes about 5h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 57, County Road 925 East, South Banker 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 137.4 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 $42.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This is a straightforward 5h 42m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 2.5 miles (IL 50 / South Cicero Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles (167th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

On the drive from Berwyn, IL to Cincinnati, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Effingham along the way.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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