Origin
Pontiac, IL
Late night in Pontiac on Wednesday
Local time
5:29 AM
CDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pontiac, IL to Berwyn, IL
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 50m
Distance
90.2 mi
145 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 43m
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6 AM
1h 51m
8 AM
2h 7m
10 AM
1h 56m
12 PM
1h 55m
3 PM
1h 57m
5 PM
2h 6m
8 PM
1h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pontiac, IL
Ernest Westphal
Berwyn, IL
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pontiac, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 90.2 miles and takes about 1h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Barack Obama Presidential Expressway, South Harlem Avenue, North 1500 East Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.3 miles on Barack Obama Presidential Expressway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.10 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
45.1 miles from Pontiac, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 50m highway drive covering 90.2 miles, with most of the trip on Barack Obama Presidential Expressway and South Harlem Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 82.3 miles on Barack Obama Presidential Expressway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Barack Obama Presidential Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 82.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
728 ft
522 ft
Total Climb
273 ft
Total Descent
303 ft
Highest Point
728 ft
~70.9 mi in
Elevation Range
206 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Barack Obama Presidential Expressway and South Harlem Avenue. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near IL 116 / West Howard Street.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Pontiac, IL to Berwyn, IL is easy. At 1h 50m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 116 / West Howard Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (IL 23 / Old Route 66): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 55 / Barack Obama Presidential Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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IL 116 / West Howard Street
Turn left onto IL 116 / West Howard Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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IL 23 / Old Route 66
Turn right onto IL 23 / Old Route 66
Navigation decision point
5
3.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 55 / Barack Obama Presidential Expressway
Merge onto I 55 / Barack Obama Presidential Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
86 mi into trip
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~1h 41m 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
90.2 mi into trip
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~1h 50m in
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West Cermak Road
Turn left onto West Cermak Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Barack Obama Presidential Expressway | 82.3 mi | 1h 34m |
| South Harlem Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| North 1500 East Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Riverside Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| West Howard Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Old Route 66 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Oak Park Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Custer Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Barack Obama Presidential Expressway
— 82.3 mi, about 1h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pontiac, IL and Berwyn, IL.
1
Start on North Mill Street
108 ft
·
7 sec
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North Mill Street
2
Turn left onto IL 116
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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West Howard Street
3
Turn right onto IL 23
0.4 mi
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46 sec
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Old Route 66
4
Turn left onto IL 23
0.1 mi
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16 sec
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West Custer Avenue
5
Continue on North 1500 East Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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North 1500 East Road
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 55 North: Joliet
7
Merge onto I 55
82 mi
·
1 hr 34 min
·
Barack Obama Presidential Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 283
Toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto IL 43
2.9 mi
·
5 min
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South Harlem Avenue
10
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Riverside Drive
11
Turn slight left onto Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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Oak Park Avenue
12
Turn left onto West Cermak Road
91 ft
·
1 sec
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West Cermak Road
13
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 45.1 miles from Pontiac, IL, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.3 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.1 miles or 54m 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 27m
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 Pontiac, 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 Pontiac, IL
This is one driving day of about 90.2 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pontiac, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Barack Obama Presidential Expressway for about 82.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.1 mi from Pontiac, IL · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 45.1 miles from Pontiac, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Barack Obama Presidential Expressway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.3 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.10 one way
$28.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.48 | $30.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.36 | $34.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.92 | $39.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.47 | $4.33 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.89 | $3.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.63 | $5.77 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Berwyn, IL
Late night in Berwyn on Wednesday
Local time
5:29 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
13 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 50m 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 Pontiac, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 90.2 miles and takes about 1h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Barack Obama Presidential Expressway, South Harlem Avenue, North 1500 East Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.1 miles from Pontiac, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.10 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.
The drive from Pontiac, IL to Berwyn, IL is easy. At 1h 50m with 92% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (IL 116 / West Howard Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (IL 23 / Old Route 66): Navigation decision point; at 3.6 miles (I 55 / Barack Obama Presidential Expressway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pontiac, IL to Berwyn, IL does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 522 ft to 728 ft elevation with about 273 ft of total climbing.
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