Drive Time
5h 25m
Distance
287.1 mi
462 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$44
one way
The drive from Berwyn, IL to Centreville, IL covers 287.1 miles and takes about 5h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, Adlai Stevenson Expressway, I 255 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 146.8 miles on I 55. At current regular gas prices, budget about $43.61 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
143.5 miles from Berwyn, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 45m into the drive .
This is a 5h 25m highway drive covering 287.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 146.8 miles on I 55.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and Adlai Stevenson Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Oak Park Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 287.1 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: near the start (Oak Park Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 129.9 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Oak Park Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork toward I 55 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 South: Saint Louis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward IL 15 West: Missouri Avenue, East Saint Louis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Berwyn, IL to Centreville, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Springfield along the way.
Springfield
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 146.8 mi | 2h 38m |
| Adlai Stevenson Expressway | 125.9 mi | 2h 22m |
| I 255 | 7 mi | 8m |
| South Harlem Avenue | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| Riverside Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| New Missouri Avenue | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| North 42nd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South 42nd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn, IL and Centreville, IL.
Start on West Cermak Road
Turn right onto Oak Park Avenue
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
Turn left onto IL 43
Turn right
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 255
Take the exit
Turn straight onto IL 15
Turn left onto IL 163
Turn right onto North 42nd Street
At end of road, turn left onto Converse Avenue
Turn right onto South 42nd Street
Turn left onto Trendley Avenue
Arrive at destination
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.
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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 143.5 miles or 2h 45m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Centreville, IL than in the middle of the route.
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 287.1 miles and 5h 25m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 143.5 mi from Berwyn, IL · 2h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
144 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 143.5 miles from Berwyn, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 55 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 146.8 miles.
The final approach into Centreville, 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 Centreville, IL.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$43.61 one way
$87.22 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $48.07 | $96.14 |
| premium | $4.80 | $54.20 | $108.40 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $63.78 | $127.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 100.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 86.1 | 1 | $30.15 | $13.78 |
| Efficient EV | 71.8 | 0 | $25.12 | $11.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 114.8 | 1 | $40.19 | $18.37 |
Gas CO2
100 kg
EV CO2
34 kg (66% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Afternoon in Berwyn on Saturday
Local time
4:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Afternoon in Centreville on Saturday
Local time
4:08 PM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
53°F
Bloomington, IL
144 mi in
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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