How far is Berwyn, IL from Pontoon Beach, IL?
The driving distance from Berwyn, IL to Pontoon Beach, IL is about 278.8 miles (448.7 km), with a travel time of about 05h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 246.9 miles (397.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 26m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 13m.
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Township in McLean County, Illinois
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Berwyn and Pontoon Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Berwyn and Pontoon Beach.
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Start on West Cermak Road
28 m · 6 sec · West Cermak Road
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Turn right onto Oak Park Avenue
702 ft · 22 sec · Oak Park Avenue
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Turn right onto Riverside Drive
1.2 km · 2 min · Riverside Drive
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Turn left onto South Harlem Avenue
2.8 mi · 5 min · South Harlem Avenue
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Turn right
42 m · 5 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South
1221 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Adlai Stevenson Expressway
125.9 mi · 2 hr 22 min · Adlai Stevenson Expressway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis, Springfield
64.8 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 55 South: Saint Louis
72.8 mi · 1 hr 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 270 West: Kansas City
2058 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
8.1 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward IL 111 North: Wood River
1580 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left
48 m · 4 sec
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Turn left
1.9 mi · 3 min
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Turn right onto Pontoon Road
2690 ft · 55 sec · Pontoon Road
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Turn right onto Breckenridge Lane
17 m · 5 sec · Breckenridge Lane
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Turn right
9 m · 2 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 Pontoon Beach.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Adlai Stevenson Expressway
Merge slight left onto Adlai Stevenson Expressway
126 mi · 02h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Berwyn and Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms near Pontoon Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Berwyn to Pontoon Beach?
The road trip is about 278.8 miles (448.7 km) and usually takes 05h 13m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Funks Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 139.4 miles from Berwyn and 139.4 miles from Pontoon Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 246.9 miles (397.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:34 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.11 one way or $74.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 87.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Berwyn and Isolated Showers And Thunderstorms near Pontoon Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Funks Grove
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Berwyn and Pontoon Beach. Straight-line distance: 246.88 mi (397.31 km).
#1 Berwyn
A city in Cook County, Illinois.
| Population | 53,701 |
| Coordinates | 41.8505900, -87.7936700 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pontoon Beach
Town
| Population | 5,655 |
| Coordinates | 38.7317200, -90.0803800 |
| Altitude | 127 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pontoon Beach (-90.08038, 38.73172)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 449 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 28m |
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 | $3.77 | $37.11 | $74.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $41.85 | $83.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $45.80 | $91.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $52.19 | $104.38 |
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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