Origin
Maryville, IL
Afternoon in Maryville on Sunday
Local time
1:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maryville, IL to Berwyn, IL
Drive Time
5h 7m
Distance
274 mi
441 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
Maryville, IL
Mike Tyurin
Berwyn, IL
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
Connecting Maryville to Berwyn, this 274-mile journey across Illinois is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 5 hours and 7 minutes. Since the drive is focused on efficiency, you can easily complete it in a single day, making it an ideal choice for those who prefer to reach their destination without an overnight stop. Budgeting approximately $42 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-55, ensuring a consistent pace as you transition from the southern part of the state toward the Chicago suburbs. Whether you are traveling for business or a visit, this route offers a reliable, no-nonsense path through the Midwest.
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
137 miles from Maryville, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a classic highway-focused experience, as 98% of your journey is spent on major thoroughfares. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, with the longest stretch covering 268.4 miles exclusively on I-55. This makes for a predictable drive where you can maintain steady speeds for most of the transit. As you approach the final leg of the trip, the character of the road shifts from open interstate to the local flow of South Harlem Avenue and Riverside Drive. Being prepared for this transition from high-speed transit to suburban navigation is key to staying comfortable behind the wheel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 268.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and South Harlem Avenue. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.5 miles in near I 55.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 274 miles you will encounter 10 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 5.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.7 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
5.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
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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. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 55 North, I 270 West: Chicago, Springf...
7
113.4 mi into trip
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~2h 3m in
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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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
8
142.7 mi into trip
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~2h 35m in
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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 none lane.
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
7
269.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 57m 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
5
270.1 mi into trip
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~4h 58m in
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IL 43 / South Harlem Avenue
Turn left onto IL 43 / South Harlem Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Maryville, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
Peoria
142.7 mi in
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~2h 35m
|
via I 55
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 268.4 mi | 4h 55m |
| South Harlem Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Riverside Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Maryville Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| S Center Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Center Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oak Park Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 268.4 mi, about 4h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryville, IL and Berwyn, IL.
1
Start on East Main Street
175 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto IL 159
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Center Street
3
Continue on IL 159
0.5 mi
·
42 sec
·
Maryville Road
4
Continue on IL 159
0.4 mi
·
33 sec
·
S Center Street
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward I 55 North, I 70 East
6
Merge onto I 55; I 70; US 40
4.1 mi
·
4 min
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I 55; I 70; US 40
7
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
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North: Chicago
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 55
127 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
I 55
Toward I 55 North, I 74 West: Chicago, Peoria
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 283
Toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto IL 43
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Harlem Avenue
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverside Drive
13
Turn slight left onto Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Oak Park Avenue
14
Turn left onto West Cermak Road
91 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Cermak Road
15
Arrive at destination
West Cermak Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of this five-hour drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid potential traffic buildup as you near your destination in Berwyn. Since you are spending nearly the entire trip on I-55, keep a close watch on your fuel gauge during that long 268.4-mile stretch to avoid needing to stop at inconvenient locations. Because the route is compact enough for a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to choose a departure time that best fits your personal schedule. Prioritize keeping your focus sharp during the transition off the interstate and onto local roads like South Harlem Avenue.
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 137 miles from Maryville, IL, or about 2h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 268.4 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 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 137 miles or 2h 28m 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 7m
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 Maryville, 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 Maryville, IL
This is one driving day of about 274 miles and 5h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Maryville, 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 268.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 137 mi from Maryville, IL · 2h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
137 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 137 miles from Maryville, 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 268.4 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.62 one way
$83.24 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
96 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $45.88 | $91.76 |
| premium | $4.80 | $51.73 | $103.45 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.87 | $121.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 82.2 | 1 | $28.77 | $13.15 |
| Efficient EV | 68.5 | 0 | $23.97 | $10.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 109.6 | 1 | $38.36 | $17.54 |
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Berwyn, IL
Afternoon in Berwyn on Sunday
Local time
1:57 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
53°F
Bloomington, IL
137 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
22 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 7m 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 Maryville, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 274 miles and takes about 5h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, South Harlem Avenue, Riverside Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 137 miles from Maryville, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.62 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 274 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 5.5 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.4 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 142.7 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Maryville, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
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