The drive from Momence, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 59.7 miles and takes about 1h 30m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Tri-State Tollway, Calumet Expressway, Harlem Avenue for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.2 miles on Tri-State Tollway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.33 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
29.9 miles from Momence, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 59.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 30m drive with frequent turns across 59.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tri-State Tollway is the longest continuous segment at about 17.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 31.1 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.2 miles (I 80; I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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31.1 mi into trip|~46m in
Take the exit toward I 80, I 294 North, I 94 East: Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 80, I 294 North, I 94 East: Iowa, Wisc...
6
31.4 mi into trip|~46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 80 West, I 294 North: Iowa, Wisconsin
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North: Iowa, Wisconsin
5
32.2 mi into trip|~48m in|I 80; I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Merge onto I 80; I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
37.4 mi into trip|~55m in|I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294 / Tri-State Tollway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
49.4 mi into trip|~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward US 12, US 20: 95th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 17
Toward US 12, US 20: 95th Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Momence, IL and Berwyn, IL, road signs point toward Wisconsin and Indiana.
Wisconsin
31.1 mi in|~46m
Indiana
31.1 mi in|~46m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Tri-State Tollway
17.2 mi
22m
Calumet Expressway
14.1 mi
19m
Harlem Avenue
8.6 mi
15m
South Dixie Highway
6.2 mi
9m
North Dixie Highway
5.8 mi
8m
County Road East 1241 North
3.9 mi
5m
East Taylor Street
0.9 mi
1m
Riverside Drive
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Tri-State Tollway
— 17.2 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Momence, IL and Berwyn, IL.
1
Start on IL 1; IL 17
5.8 mi·8 min·North Dixie Highway
2
Continue on IL 1; IL 17
0.3 mi·40 sec·South Main Street
3
Turn right onto IL 1; IL 17
0.9 mi·1 min·East Taylor Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto IL 1
3.9 mi·5 min·County Road East 1241 North
5
Continue on IL 1
6.2 mi·9 min·South Dixie Highway
6
Continue on IL 1
14 mi·19 min·Calumet Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 80, I 294 North, I 94 East: Iowa, Wisconsin, IndianaUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 80 West, I 294 North: Iowa, Wisconsin
9
Merge onto I 80; I 294
4.5 mi·6 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
0.8 mi·1 min·Tri-State Tollway
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 294
12 mi·14 min·Tri-State Tollway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 17Toward US 12, US 20: 95th StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn right onto US 12; US 20
0.4 mi·49 sec·West 95th Street
14
Turn slight right
0.2 mi·35 sec
Toward IL 43 North
15
Turn right onto IL 43
8.6 mi·15 min·Harlem Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
0.8 mi·1 min·Riverside Drive
17
Turn slight left onto Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi·26 sec·Oak Park Avenue
18
Turn left onto West Cermak Road
91 ft·1 sec·West Cermak Road
19
Arrive at destination
West Cermak Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 29.9 miles from Momence, IL, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.2 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 13 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.9 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 13m
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 Momence, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Momence, IL
This is one driving day of about 59.7 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Momence, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Tri-State Tollway for about 17.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.9 mi from Momence, IL
· 44m into the drive
The midpoint is around 29.9 miles from Momence, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
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...
6 mi from route
~16 min detour
Free
near mile 41.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.33 one way
$18.67 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg21 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$10.25
$20.50
premium
$4.89
$11.49
$22.98
diesel
$5.61
$13.18
$26.36
Estimated Tolls: $1.04
Tri-state Tollway
(17.2 mi)$1.04
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
17.9
0
$6.27
$2.87
Efficient EV
14.9
0
$5.22
$2.39
EV Truck/SUV
23.9
0
$8.36
$3.82
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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 14, 2026
Origin
Momence, IL
Afternoon
in Momence on Friday
Local time
3:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Berwyn, IL
Afternoon
in Berwyn on Friday
Local time
3:39 PM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 15 mph37% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:50AM CDT until April 18 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 13 at 11:39AM CDT until April 18 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS St Louis MO
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
16 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
1h 30m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Momence, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 59.7 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tri-State Tollway, Calumet Expressway, Harlem Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.9 miles from Momence, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.33 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 59.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.2 miles (I 80; I 294 / Tri-State Tollway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Momence, IL and Berwyn, IL, road signs point toward Wisconsin and Indiana.
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.
