Origin
Metropolis, IL
Afternoon in Metropolis on Sunday
Local time
1:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Metropolis, IL to Berwyn, IL
Drive Time
6h 49m
Distance
361 mi
581 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$55
one way
Metropolis, IL
Paolo Sanchez
Berwyn, IL
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
The drive from Metropolis, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 361 miles and takes about 6h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 57, Ken Gray Expressway, I 24 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 178.5 miles on I 57. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.83 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
180.5 miles from Metropolis, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 6h 49m highway drive covering 361 miles, with most of the trip on I 57 and Ken Gray Expressway. The longest continuous stretch is about 178.5 miles on I 57.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 178.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
783 ft
361 ft
Total Climb
972 ft
Total Descent
716 ft
Highest Point
783 ft
~255.7 mi in
Elevation Range
422 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 57 and Ken Gray Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Pearl Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 361 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 0.6 miles (Pearl Street): Navigation decision point; at 37.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 156.8 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Pearl Street
Turn right onto Pearl Street
Navigation decision point
6
37.4 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 57 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 44B
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
7
156.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 55m in
|
I 57
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57 toward I 57 North: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
7
335.4 mi into trip
|
~6h 7m 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
335.6 mi into trip
|
~6h 7m 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 Along This Route
On the drive from Metropolis, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Vollmer Road West along the way.
Vollmer Road West
335.6 mi in
|
~6h 7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 57 | 178.5 mi | 3h 11m |
| Ken Gray Expressway | 119.1 mi | 2h 8m |
| I 24 | 25.4 mi | 27m |
| South Cicero Avenue | 11.6 mi | 18m |
| Cicero Avenue | 10.8 mi | 17m |
| North Avenue | 6.3 mi | 9m |
| New Columbia Road | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| West Cermak Road | 2.6 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 57
— 178.5 mi, about 3h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Metropolis, IL and Berwyn, IL.
1
Start on West 5th Street
45 ft
·
8 sec
·
West 5th Street
2
Turn left onto US 45
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ferry Street
3
Turn left onto US 45
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West 10th Street
4
Turn right onto Pearl Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Pearl Street
5
Turn slight left onto North Avenue
6.3 mi
·
9 min
·
North Avenue
6
Continue on New Columbia Road
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
New Columbia Road
7
Turn right onto Big Bay Road
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Big Bay Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward New Columbia, Big Bay
9
Merge onto I 24
25 mi
·
27 min
·
I 24
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 44B
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
11
Merge onto I 57
52 mi
·
55 min
·
Ken Gray Expressway
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 57
67 mi
·
1 hr 12 min
·
Ken Gray Expressway
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 57
179 mi
·
3 hr 11 min
·
I 57
Toward I 57 North: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 342
Toward Vollmer Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
522 ft
·
17 sec
Exit 342
Toward Vollmer Road West
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto CH B66
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Vollmer Road
17
Turn left onto IL 50
11 mi
·
17 min
·
Cicero Avenue
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on IL 50
12 mi
·
18 min
·
South Cicero Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn left onto West Cermak Road
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
West Cermak Road
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
West Cermak Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 180.5 miles from Metropolis, IL, or about 3h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 178.5 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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 180.5 miles or 3h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Berwyn, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Metropolis, 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 Metropolis, IL
This is one driving day of about 361 miles and 6h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Metropolis, 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 178.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 180.5 mi from Metropolis, IL · 3h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
181 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 180.5 miles from Metropolis, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 57 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 178.5 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
$54.83 one way
$109.66 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
126 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $60.45 | $120.89 |
| premium | $4.80 | $68.15 | $136.30 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $80.20 | $160.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 126.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 108.3 | 1 | $37.90 | $17.33 |
| Efficient EV | 90.3 | 1 | $31.59 | $14.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 144.4 | 1 | $50.54 | $23.10 |
Gas CO2
126 kg
EV CO2
42 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
1:55 PM
CDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 15 to 30 mph
40% chance
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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 49m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Metropolis, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 361 miles and takes about 6h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 57, Ken Gray Expressway, I 24. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 180.5 miles from Metropolis, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.83 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 15 significant decision points across 361 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 0.6 miles (Pearl Street): Navigation decision point; at 37.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 156.8 miles (I 57): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Metropolis, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Vollmer Road West along the way.
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