Trip from Berwyn, IL to Guilford, IL

Drive Time

3h 30m

Distance

157.4 mi

253 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 18m ★

6 AM

3h 31m

8 AM

3h 55m

10 AM

3h 39m

12 PM

3h 37m

3 PM

3h 41m

5 PM

3h 54m

8 PM

3h 23m

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

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Berwyn, IL

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Trip Overview

Embarking on this 157.4-mile journey from Berwyn to Guilford takes you across the Illinois Midwest in approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes. Given the manageable timeframe, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $24 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for a quick getaway. By utilizing a combination of I-290, the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, and the U.S. Grant Memorial Highway, you navigate a variety of road types. Whether you are looking to escape the city or simply reach your destination efficiently, this path offers a straightforward transit through the heart of the state.

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

78.7 miles from Berwyn, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 36m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While you spend 15% of the trip on highways, the character of the journey shifts significantly as you transition between major thoroughfares and local roads. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted segment while cruising for 55.1 miles along the U.S. Grant Memorial Highway. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route keeps you engaged with frequent changes in road geometry and layout. Prepare for a dynamic driving experience that balances faster stretches with the more technical demands of navigating regional surface streets.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

U.S. Grant Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 55.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 miles in near I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 157.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 3.7 miles (I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles (I 290): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3.7 mi into trip | ~7m in | I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway

Merge onto I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway

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

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

7.1 mi into trip | ~11m in | I 290

Keep slight right at fork onto I 290 toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee

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

Use the none lane. Toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford,...

21.6 mi into trip | ~30m in

Take the exit toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road

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

Use the right lane. Exit 1B Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Ro...

22.8 mi into trip | ~33m in | North Meacham Road

Turn right onto North Meacham Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

24.3 mi into trip | ~36m in

Turn left toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
U.S. Grant Memorial Highway	55.1 mi	1h 9m
Jane Addams Memorial Tollway	49.1 mi	52m
I 290	14.5 mi	19m
South Elizabeth Scales Mound Road	8.1 mi	14m
South Galena Avenue	7.3 mi	13m
US 20 Business	3.6 mi	5m
Eisenhower Expressway	3.5 mi	4m
I 39	2.6 mi	2m

Longest stretch: U.S. Grant Memorial Highway — 55.1 mi, about 1h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on West Cermak Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Cermak Road

Continue on Cermak Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · Cermak Road

Use the left / straight lanes.

Turn slight right onto 1st Avenue Cutoff

1.7 mi · 3 min · 1st Avenue Cutoff

Use the right lane.

Turn left onto Harrison Street

354 ft · 9 sec · Harrison Street

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Toward I 290 West

Merge onto I 290; IL 110

3.5 mi · 4 min · Eisenhower Expressway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 290

15 mi · 19 min · I 290

Toward I 290 West, I 294 North Toll: Rockford, Milwaukee Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Exit 1B Toward IL 72, IL 58: Higgins Road, Woodfield Road, Golf Road Use the right lane.

Turn left onto IL 72

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Higgins Road

Use the left / none lanes.

Turn right onto North Meacham Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Meacham Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 90 Toll West: Rockford Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 90

49 mi · 52 min · Jane Addams Memorial Tollway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Toward I-39 South, US 51 South: Bloomington

Merge onto I 39; US 51

0.5 mi · 30 sec · I 39; US 51

Continue on I 39; US 20; US 51

2.1 mi · 2 min · I 39; US 20; US 51

Keep slight left at fork onto US 20

30 mi · 34 min · U.S. Grant Memorial Highway

Take the exit onto US 20 Business

3.6 mi · 5 min · US 20 Business

Toward US 20 BUS: Freeport

Turn slight right onto US 20 Business

7.3 mi · 13 min · South Galena Avenue

Turn left onto US 20

14 mi · 19 min · U.S. Grant Memorial Highway

Continue on US 20; IL 78

2.1 mi · 3 min · East North Avenue

Continue on US 20

6.4 mi · 8 min · U.S. Grant Memorial Highway

Continue on US 20

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Woodbine Street

Continue on US 20

4.6 mi · 6 min · U.S. Grant Memorial Highway

Continue on US 20

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Turn straight onto US 20

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Diagonal Street

Continue on US 20

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Madison Street

Turn right onto CR 4

8.1 mi · 14 min · South Elizabeth Scales Mound Road

Turn left onto West Rawlins Road

1.9 mi · 4 min · West Rawlins Road

Continue on West Guilford Road

0.4 mi · 56 sec · West Guilford Road

Arrive at destination

West Guilford Road

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 3-hour and 30-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and break up the turn-heavy sections. Since this is a one-day trip, leaving early in the morning provides the most flexibility for your arrival in Guilford. Keep in mind that your fuel expenses will hover around $24, so topping off your tank before you leave Berwyn is a smart way to avoid unnecessary stops. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, stay alert for changing speed limits and intersections that require more focus than standard highway driving. Having your navigation ready before you hit the local stretches will help you manage the tighter turns with confidence.

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 78.7 miles from Berwyn, IL, or about 1h 36m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 55.1 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 78.7 miles or 1h 36m 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 Guilford, IL than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Berwyn, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 157.4 miles and 3h 30m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 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 U.S. Grant Memorial Highway for about 55.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 78.7 mi from Berwyn, IL · 1h 36m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Rockford, IL

79 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

Rockford, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Rockford, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 78.7 miles from Berwyn, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Guilford, IL

The final approach into Guilford, IL usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Guilford, IL.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.91 one way

$47.81 round trip

$3.86/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.25	$26.36	$52.71
premium	$4.80	$29.71	$59.43
diesel	$5.64	$34.97	$69.94

Estimated Tolls: $3.44

Jane Addams Memorial Tollway (49.1 mi) $3.44

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$52–$77

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 55.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	47.2	$16.53	$7.56
Efficient EV	39.4	$13.77	$6.30
EV Truck/SUV	63	$22.04	$10.07

Gas CO2

55 kg

EV CO2

18 kg (67% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Berwyn, IL

Evening in Berwyn on Sunday

Local time

7:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Guilford, IL

Evening in Guilford on Sunday

Local time

7:51 PM

CDT

Current temp

73°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

26 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

3h 30m 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 Guilford, IL covers 157.4 miles and takes about 3h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are U.S. Grant Memorial Highway, Jane Addams Memorial Tollway, I 290. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 78.7 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 $23.91 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Berwyn, IL to Guilford, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Berwyn, IL to Guilford, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Guilford, IL

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Berwyn, IL

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Same local time

26 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 30m on the road

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