The drive from Crest Hill, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 289.9 miles and takes about 5h 29m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 55, I 255, South Harlem Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 272.6 miles on I 55.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $45.32 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
144.9 miles from Crest Hill, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 43m into the drive
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Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 29m. Total distance: 289.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 5h 29m highway drive covering 289.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 55 and I 255. The longest continuous stretch is about 272.6 miles on I 55.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 55 is the longest continuous segment at about 272.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and I 255. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Bethesda Drive.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 289.9 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 0.1 miles (Bethesda Drive): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 129.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Bethesda Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Bethesda Drive
Navigation decision point
6
21.4 mi into trip|~29m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
7
129.3 mi into trip|~2h 26m in|I 55
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
158.6 mi into trip|~2h 57m in|I 55
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55 toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
7
285.7 mi into trip|~5h 20m in
Take the exit toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 283
Toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Crest Hill, IL and Berwyn, IL, road signs point toward Springfield, Kansas City and Peoria.
Springfield
21.4 mi in|~29m|via I 55
Kansas City
21.4 mi in|~29m|via I 55
Peoria
158.6 mi in|~2h 57m|via I 55
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 55
272.6 mi
5h
I 255
7.2 mi
8m
South Harlem Avenue
2.9 mi
5m
Old Saint Louis Road
1.9 mi
3m
New Missouri Avenue
0.8 mi
<1m
South 88th Street
0.8 mi
1m
Riverside Drive
0.8 mi
1m
Bernard Drive
0.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 272.6 mi, about 5h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Crest Hill, IL and Berwyn, IL.
1
Start on Belvedere Drive
0.1 mi·34 sec·Belvedere Drive
2
At end of road, turn left onto Bethesda Drive
0.2 mi·52 sec·Bethesda Drive
3
Turn right onto Bernard Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Bernard Drive
4
Turn straight onto Eiler Road
0.2 mi·29 sec·Eiler Road
5
Turn left onto IL 13
1.9 mi·3 min·Old Saint Louis Road
6
Enter roundabout onto IL 157
17 ft·0 sec·South 88th Street
7
Continue on IL 157
0.8 mi·1 min·South 88th Street
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
9
Merge onto IL 15
0.8 mi·56 sec·New Missouri Avenue
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 255 North, US 50 North: Chicago
11
Merge onto I 255; US 50
7.2 mi·8 min·I 255; US 50
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East: Indianapolis, Chicago
13
Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40
8.3 mi·9 min·I 55; I 70; US 40
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
108 mi·1 hr 56 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springfield, Kansas City
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
29 mi·31 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North: ChicagoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
127 mi·2 hr 22 min·I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, PeoriaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 283Toward IL 43: Harlem AvenueUse the right lane.
18
Turn left onto IL 43
2.9 mi·5 min·South Harlem Avenue
19
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
0.8 mi·1 min·Riverside Drive
20
Turn slight left onto Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi·26 sec·Oak Park Avenue
21
Turn left onto West Cermak Road
91 ft·1 sec·West Cermak Road
22
Arrive at destination
West Cermak Road
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 144.9 miles from Crest Hill, IL, or about 2h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 272.6 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 64 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 144.9 miles or 2h 43m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berwyn, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Crest Hill, 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 Crest Hill, IL
This is one driving day of about 289.9 miles and 5h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Crest Hill, 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 55 for about 272.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 144.9 mi from Crest Hill, IL
· 2h 43m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument
National Monument
In August 1908, a large White mob attacked the Black community in Springfield, Illinois. Rioters destroyed homes and businesses and lynched two men. The event led to the founding of the National Assoc...
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...
14 mi from route
~36 min detour
Free
near mile 289.9
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
87
1
$30.44
$13.92
Efficient EV
72.5
0
$25.37
$11.60
EV Truck/SUV
116
1
$40.59
$18.55
Gas CO2
101 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Crest Hill, IL
Morning
in Crest Hill on Saturday
Local time
8:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Berwyn, IL
Morning
in Berwyn on Saturday
Local time
8:34 AM
CDT
Current temp
51°F
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
WNW 15 to 20 mph33% chanceLive forecast
52°F
Bloomington, IL
145 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
29 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
5h 29m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Crest Hill, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 289.9 miles and takes about 5h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, I 255, South Harlem Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 144.9 miles from Crest Hill, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $45.32 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 demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 289.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Bethesda Drive): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 129.3 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Crest Hill, IL and Berwyn, IL, road signs point toward Springfield, Kansas City and Peoria.
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.
