This 180.3-mile drive from Long Creek to Berwyn, Illinois, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 34 minutes on the road, depending on traffic. The route primarily utilizes major interstates like I-57 and I-72, making it a highway-focused journey through the heart of the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $28, it's an economical option for a day trip. This drive is designed for efficiency rather than leisurely sightseeing, offering a practical way to get from point A to point B.
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
90.1 miles from Long Creek, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 43m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 34m. Total distance: 180.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The majority of this 180.3-mile route, specifically 83% of it, consists of high-speed highway driving. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-57, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 106.9 miles. The profile is predominantly a highway-focused drive, meaning you'll experience consistent speeds and limited opportunities for spontaneous stops. While the route is direct, the character is one of steady progress on major arteries, transitioning onto South Cicero Avenue as you approach your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 57 is the longest continuous segment at about 106.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and I 72. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Widener Avenue.
Driving Effort6/10
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 180.3 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (South Widener Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 47.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 47.7 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|South Widener Avenue
Turn left onto South Widener Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
47.4 mi into trip|~56m in
Take the exit toward I 57 North: Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 182B
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
5
47.7 mi into trip|~57m in|I 57
Merge onto I 57
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
154.6 mi into trip|~2h 52m in
Take the exit toward Vollmer Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 342
Toward Vollmer Road
9
154.9 mi into trip|~2h 53m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Vollmer Road West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 342
Toward Vollmer Road West
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 Long Creek, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Vollmer Road West along the way.
Vollmer Road West
154.9 mi in|~2h 53m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 57
106.9 mi
1h 54m
I 72
36.9 mi
39m
South Cicero Avenue
11.6 mi
18m
Cicero Avenue
10.8 mi
17m
US 36
4.8 mi
7m
North 22nd Street
3.9 mi
6m
West Cermak Road
2.6 mi
5m
IL 48
1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 106.9 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Long Creek, IL and Berwyn, IL.
1
Start on Gustin Avenue
33 ft·6 sec·Gustin Avenue
2
Turn left onto South Widener Avenue
0.1 mi·28 sec·South Widener Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto US 36
4.8 mi·7 min·US 36
4
Turn right onto North 22nd Street
3.9 mi·6 min·North 22nd Street
5
Continue on IL 48
1.0 mi·1 min·IL 48
6
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I-72 East: Champaign
7
Merge onto I 72
37 mi·39 min·I 72
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 182BToward I 57 North: Chicago
9
Merge onto I 57
107 mi·1 hr 54 min·I 57
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Exit 342Toward Vollmer RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
522 ft·17 sec
Exit 342Toward Vollmer Road WestUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto CH B66
0.4 mi·39 sec·Vollmer Road
13
Turn left onto IL 50
11 mi·17 min·Cicero Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on IL 50
12 mi·18 min·South Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto West Cermak Road
2.6 mi·5 min·West Cermak Road
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
West Cermak Road
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 34-minute duration, this drive is best tackled as a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the 180.3 miles. Since the longest stretch is over 100 miles on I-57, ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. The estimated fuel cost is $28, so factor that into your budget. A practical tip for this route is to monitor traffic conditions, especially as you approach the Chicago metropolitan area near Berwyn, as congestion can significantly impact your travel time.
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 90.1 miles from Long Creek, IL, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.9 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 40 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 90.1 miles or 1h 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 2h 45m
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 Long Creek, 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 Long Creek, IL
This is one driving day of about 180.3 miles and 3h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 40 miles from Long Creek, 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 57 for about 106.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 90.1 mi from Long Creek, IL
· 1h 43m into the drive
The midpoint is around 90.1 miles from Long Creek, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106.9 miles.
Arriving in Berwyn, IL
The final approach into Berwyn, 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 Berwyn, 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.
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 167.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.19 one way
$56.38 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg63 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$30.95
$61.90
premium
$4.89
$34.70
$69.39
diesel
$5.61
$39.81
$79.62
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 63.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
54.1
0
$18.93
$8.65
Efficient EV
45.1
0
$15.78
$7.21
EV Truck/SUV
72.1
0
$25.24
$11.54
Gas CO2
63 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Long Creek, IL
Morning
in Long Creek on Friday
Local time
10:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Berwyn, IL
Morning
in Berwyn on Friday
Local time
10:37 AM
CDT
Current temp
67°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
7 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 34m 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 Long Creek, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 180.3 miles and takes about 3h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, I 72, South Cicero 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 90.1 miles from Long Creek, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.19 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 180.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (South Widener Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 47.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 47.7 miles (I 57): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Long Creek, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Vollmer Road West along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Pullman National Historical Park.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
