Origin
Riverton, IL
Evening in Riverton on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverton, IL to Berwyn, IL
Drive Time
3h 37m
Distance
186.4 mi
300 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 25m
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6 AM
3h 37m
8 AM
4h 2m
10 AM
3h 46m
12 PM
3h 43m
3 PM
3h 47m
5 PM
4h 1m
8 PM
3h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverton, IL
Mike Tyurin
Berwyn, IL
Choco Kitty
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Riverton to Berwyn, you are looking at a straightforward 186.4-mile journey across Illinois. You can easily complete this drive in about 3 hours and 37 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion. Budget roughly $28 for fuel to cover the distance, which remains consistent for most standard vehicles. Since the route stays entirely within the Midwest, you will experience a familiar regional landscape from start to finish. Because the trip is relatively short, there is no need for an overnight stay; you can comfortably manage the distance in a single push. This is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes efficiency over sightseeing.
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
93.2 miles from Riverton, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 48m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a classic highway-focused experience, as 94% of your travel occurs on major roads. The vast majority of your time—specifically 173.6 miles—will be spent on the steady flow of I-55. You will begin your journey on South Williamsville Road before merging onto the interstate for the primary leg of the trip. As you approach your destination, you will transition off the highway to navigate via South Harlem Avenue. Behind the wheel, this feels like a consistent, utilitarian drive rather than a winding scenic tour, allowing you to maintain a steady pace throughout the duration of the trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 173.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 55 and South Williamsville Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near Valor Parkway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 186.4 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 7.1 miles (Valor Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.8 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
7.1 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Valor Parkway
Turn left onto Valor Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
8.6 mi into trip
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~15m in
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I 55
Merge onto I 55
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
25.8 mi into trip
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~33m 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
55.2 mi into trip
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~1h 5m 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
182.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 28m 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
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Riverton, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
Peoria
55.2 mi in
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~1h 5m
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via I 55
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 55 | 173.6 mi | 3h 12m |
| South Williamsville Road | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| South Harlem Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| North 7th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Riverside Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Valor Parkway | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Old Route 66 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 55
— 173.6 mi, about 3h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverton, IL and Berwyn, IL.
1
Start on East Lincoln Street
25 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Lincoln Street
2
Turn left onto North 7th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North 7th Street
3
Continue on County Highway 5A
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
County Highway 5A
4
Continue on CR 5A; CR 31
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
South Main Street
5
Continue on South Williamsville Road
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
South Williamsville Road
6
Turn left onto Valor Parkway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Valor Parkway
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on Old Route 66
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Route 66
8
Turn left onto IL 123
273 ft
·
7 sec
·
County Highway 2
Use the none lane.
9
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
10
Merge onto I 55
17 mi
·
18 min
·
I 55
Use the none lane.
11
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.
12
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.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 283
Toward IL 43: Harlem Avenue
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto IL 43
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Harlem Avenue
Use the none lane.
15
Turn right onto Riverside Drive
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverside Drive
16
Turn slight left onto Oak Park Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Oak Park Avenue
17
Turn left onto West Cermak Road
91 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Cermak Road
18
Arrive at destination
West Cermak Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 3-hour and 37-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Plan for at least one stop to break up the monotony of the 173.6-mile interstate stretch. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Riverton, though the $28 estimated cost makes it easy to budget for a single tank. Because you are heading toward the Berwyn area, consider checking local traffic reports for South Harlem Avenue before you arrive, as local road conditions can fluctuate compared to the open interstate. Taking a break halfway through will keep you refreshed for the final urban transition into Berwyn.
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 93.2 miles from Riverton, IL, or about 1h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 173.6 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 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.2 miles or 1h 48m 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 55m
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 Riverton, 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 Riverton, IL
This is one driving day of about 186.4 miles and 3h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Riverton, 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 173.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.2 mi from Riverton, IL · 1h 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 93.2 miles from Riverton, 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 173.6 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
$28.31 one way
$56.62 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $31.21 | $62.42 |
| premium | $4.80 | $35.19 | $70.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.41 | $82.82 |
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: 65.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.9 | 0 | $19.57 | $8.95 |
| Efficient EV | 46.6 | 0 | $16.31 | $7.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.6 | 0 | $26.10 | $11.93 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Evening in Berwyn on Sunday
Local time
8:32 PM
CDT
Current temp
47°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
8 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 37m 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 Riverton, IL to Berwyn, IL covers 186.4 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 55, South Williamsville Road, South Harlem 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 93.2 miles from Riverton, IL. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.31 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 186.4 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 7.1 miles (Valor Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.6 miles (I 55): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.8 miles (I 55): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Riverton, IL to Berwyn, IL, road signs begin pointing toward Peoria along the way.
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