Trip from Berwyn, IL to Rogers Park, IL

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are South Ashland Avenue, Eisenhower Expressway, West Cermak Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 8.7 miles from Berwyn, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.70 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Berwyn, IL to Rogers Park, IL?

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

Q: Are there national parks near the route from Berwyn, IL to Rogers Park, IL?

Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

32m

Distance

17.3 mi

28 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 9 min

4 AM

0h 30m ★

6 AM

0h 33m

8 AM

0h 39m

10 AM

0h 35m

12 PM

0h 34m

3 PM

0h 35m

5 PM

0h 38m

8 PM

0h 31m

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 Rogers Park, IL covers 17.3 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on South Ashland Avenue, Eisenhower Expressway, West Cermak Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.3 miles on South Ashland Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.70 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 17.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

32m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (25%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a 32m drive with frequent turns across 17.3 miles of local and secondary roads.

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

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South Ashland Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 7.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near South Central 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 17.3 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.5 miles (South Central Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 290; IL 110 / Eisenhower Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

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

1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | South Central Avenue

Turn left onto South Central Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

5

3.1 mi into trip | ~6m 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 straight / slight right lanes.

7

7.3 mi into trip | ~11m in

Take the exit toward Damen Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 28A Toward Damen Avenue

5

17.2 mi into trip | ~32m in | North Greenview Avenue

Turn left onto North Greenview Avenue

Navigation decision point

5

17.3 mi into trip | ~32m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Ashland Avenue	7.3 mi	14m
Eisenhower Expressway	4.2 mi	5m
West Cermak Road	1.5 mi	3m
North Clark Street	1.5 mi	3m
South Central Avenue	1.4 mi	2m
West Ogden Avenue	0.5 mi	1m
West Morse Avenue	0.3 mi	<1m
West Congress Parkway	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: South Ashland Avenue — 7.3 mi, about 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on West Cermak Road

1.5 mi · 3 min · West Cermak Road

2

Turn left onto South Central Avenue

1.4 mi · 2 min · South Central Avenue

Use the left lane.

3

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward I 290 East

4

Merge onto I 290; IL 110

4.2 mi · 5 min · Eisenhower Expressway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

5

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec

Exit 28A Toward Damen Avenue Use the slight right lane.

6

Turn straight onto West Congress Parkway

0.2 mi · 31 sec · West Congress Parkway

Use the left / straight lanes.

7

Turn left onto US 66 Hist

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Ogden Avenue

8

Turn left onto South Ashland Avenue

7.3 mi · 14 min · South Ashland Avenue

9

Turn slight left onto North Clark Street

1.5 mi · 3 min · North Clark Street

10

Turn right onto West Morse Avenue

0.3 mi · 52 sec · West Morse Avenue

11

Turn left onto North Greenview Avenue

220 ft · 11 sec · North Greenview Avenue

12

Turn right

317 ft · 23 sec

13

Arrive at destination

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.70 one way

$5.41 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 6 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$2.97	$5.94
premium	$4.89	$3.33	$6.66
diesel	$5.61	$3.82	$7.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	5.2	$1.82	$0.83
Efficient EV	4.3	$1.51	$0.69
EV Truck/SUV	6.9	$2.42	$1.11

Gas CO2

6 kg

EV CO2

2 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Berwyn, IL

Evening in Berwyn on Thursday

Local time

7:58 PM

CDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Rogers Park, IL

Evening in Rogers Park on Thursday

Local time

7:58 PM

CDT

Current temp

49°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

18 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

32m 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 Rogers Park, IL covers 17.3 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.