Trip from Berwyn, IL to Newell, IL

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

3h 20m

Distance

134.3 mi

216 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 36 min

4 AM

3h 9m ★

6 AM

3h 21m

8 AM

3h 45m

10 AM

3h 29m

12 PM

3h 27m

3 PM

3h 30m

5 PM

3h 43m

8 PM

3h 13m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Berwyn, IL to Newell, IL covers 134.3 miles and takes about 3h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on IL 1, I 57, North 2100 E Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.1 miles on IL 1. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.00 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

67.2 miles from Berwyn, IL

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 20m. Total distance: 134.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (62%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 20m highway drive covering 134.3 miles, with most of the trip on IL 1 and I 57. The longest continuous stretch is about 43.1 miles on IL 1.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

IL 1 is the longest continuous segment at about 43.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on IL 1 and I 57. 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 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 3h 20m drive. You will face about 9 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 20.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

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.

4

20.9 mi into trip | ~34m in

Take the ramp toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 57 South: Kankakee, I-80

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

55.5 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Take the exit toward IL 17: Kankakee, Momence

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

Exit 312 Toward IL 17: Kankakee, Momence

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 Newell, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Momence along the way.

Momence

55.5 mi in | ~1h 14m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
IL 1	43.1 mi	1h 4m
I 57	34 mi	38m
North 2100 E Road	14.8 mi	22m
South Cicero Avenue	11.6 mi	18m
South State Route 1	6.7 mi	10m
Cicero Avenue	6.6 mi	10m
East Court Street	5.9 mi	8m
West Walnut Street	2.7 mi	6m

Longest stretch: IL 1 — 43.1 mi, about 1h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn, IL and Newell, 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

34 mi · 38 min · I 57

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 312 Toward IL 17: Kankakee, Momence

8

Turn straight onto IL 17

5.9 mi · 8 min · East Court Street

9

Continue on IL 1

6.7 mi · 10 min · South State Route 1

10

Continue on IL 1

0.3 mi · 32 sec · North Dixie Highway

11

Turn right onto IL 1

0.5 mi · 47 sec · E 7000S Road

12

Continue on IL 1

0.9 mi · 1 min · S 7000E Road

13

Continue on IL 1

15 mi · 22 min · North 2100 E Road

14

Continue on IL 1

1.0 mi · 1 min · North 2100 East Road

15

At end of road, turn left onto US 24; IL 1

2.7 mi · 6 min · West Walnut Street

16

Turn right onto IL 1

43 mi · 1 hr 4 min · IL 1

17

Turn left onto East Winter Avenue

2.5 mi · 9 min · East Winter Avenue

18

Arrive at destination

East Winter Avenue

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 67.2 miles from Berwyn, IL, or about 1h 31m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.1 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 30 miles or 45m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 67.2 miles or 1h 31m 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 38m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newell, 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 134.3 miles and 3h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 IL 1 for about 43.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 67.2 mi from Berwyn, IL · 1h 31m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Orland Park, IL

67 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

Orland Park, IL

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kankakee, IL

Meal break

The midpoint is around 67.2 miles from Berwyn, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Newell, IL

The final approach into Newell, 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 Newell, IL.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

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...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 13.9

View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.00 one way

$41.99 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 47 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$23.05	$46.11
premium	$4.89	$25.84	$51.69
diesel	$5.61	$29.65	$59.30

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 47 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	40.3	$14.10	$6.45
Efficient EV	33.6	$11.75	$5.37
EV Truck/SUV	53.7	$18.80	$8.60

Gas CO2

47 kg

EV CO2

16 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 15, 2026

Origin

Berwyn, IL

Night in Berwyn on Thursday

Local time

11:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Newell, IL

Night in Newell on Thursday

Local time

11:11 PM

CDT

Current temp

54°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

13 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 20m 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 Newell, IL covers 134.3 miles and takes about 3h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are IL 1, I 57, North 2100 E Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 67.2 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 $21.00 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.

This is a straightforward 3h 20m drive. You will face about 9 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 20.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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

Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.

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Trip from Berwyn, IL to Newell, IL

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Newell, IL

National Parks Near This Route

Pullman National Historical Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Berwyn, IL

Newell, IL

Same local time

13 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 20m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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