How far is Berwyn, IL from Belmont Cragin, IL?
The driving distance from Berwyn, IL to Belmont Cragin, IL is about 7.3 miles (11.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.8 miles (9.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
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Township in Macon County, Illinois
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn and Belmont Cragin.
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Start on West Cermak Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · West Cermak Road
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Turn left onto South Central Avenue
5.6 mi · 14 min · South Central Avenue
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Turn left onto West Diversey Avenue
659 ft · 21 sec · West Diversey Avenue
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Turn right onto North Major Avenue
50 m · 9 sec · North Major Avenue
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Turn right
1 m · 1 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Berwyn and Belmont Cragin.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South Central Avenue
Turn left onto South Central Avenue
5.55 mi · 00h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Berwyn and Mostly Sunny near Belmont Cragin.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Berwyn to Belmont Cragin?
The road trip is about 7.3 miles (11.7 km) and usually takes 00h 17m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Austin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.6 miles from Berwyn and 3.6 miles from Belmont Cragin.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.8 miles (9.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:56 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.20 one way or $2.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Berwyn and Mostly Sunny near Belmont Cragin.
Stop Ideas Near Austin
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Chicago Union Station
Summit
La Grange Road
Glenview station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Berwyn and Belmont Cragin. Straight-line distance: 5.75 mi (9.25 km).
#1 Berwyn
A city in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 53,701 |
| Coordinates | 41.8505900, -87.7936700 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Belmont Cragin
Belmont Cragin is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.9317000, -87.7686700 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
End: Belmont Cragin (-87.76867, 41.9317)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 12 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.61 | $1.20 | $2.40 |
| Mid-grade | $5.24 | $1.36 | $2.72 |
| Premium | $5.79 | $1.51 | $3.01 |
| Diesel | $6.59 | $1.71 | $3.43 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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